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Face-to-face networking returns for our young forwarders
In February, BIFA’s Young Forwarder Network held its first networking event in two years in the London East region. With the pandemic having put sessions on pause, we were delighted to be able to bring our regional members together again. Whilst the virtual events have proved popular during the pandemic, enabling young forwarders to feel part of a community without restrictions, BIFA recognises the value that connecting freely face-to-face can add. At the event, we were joined by the fabulous Angie Belalij from Hyundai Merchant Marine as our guest speaker, who shared her ‘Famous 5’ career-boosting tips. With Members joining us from London, Essex and Heathrow, it was refreshing to step away from Zoom for the afternoon and network in person. If the enthusiasm of the London East region is anything to go by, BIFA is confident that the YOUNG FORWARDER NETWORK: Midlands: The logistics behind Birmingham 2022 Wednesday 27 April – 3:30 pm Guest speaker – Andy Blundell, general manager – expo, events & hospitality UK at Kuehne+Nagel.
Such inspirational people are coming up through this wonderful industry. I can’t wait to watch their careers develop. I am humbled and honoured to be invited as a speaker at the event. Angie Belalij, Hyundai Merchant Marine
future of our industry is in safe hands. Following the success of this event, we are
pleased to announce the details of two further events taking place in April:
YOUNG FORWARDER NETWORK: Heathrow: Handling air cargo Thursday 28 April – 3:30 pm Guest speaker – Mohammed Akhlaq, chief commercial officer UK & Europe at dnata.
Please note: These free events are just for young people or those new to the industry and only open to employees of BIFA Members.
To register for these events, scan this QR code to check out the event posts on our LinkedIn Page!
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