Ulster University Business School has launched its award winning ‘Talent Hub’, co-designed with industry partner FinTrU and in collaboration with the Derry Chamber of Commerce. The Talent Hub focuses on connecting talented students with Derry~Londonderry employers to help them build their professional networks whilst committing future talent to the North West region.

As part of the Talent Hub, 100 second-year students will complete four workshops delivered by academic experts and FinTrU’s team of professionals. Derry Chamber were proud to be involved in the most recent session which saw students and local businesses come together for a networking event held in the Great Hall. Organised to help students develop essential communication skills, the event was a collaboration with industry professionals, focusing on breaking down communication barriers and fostering valuable connections.

Our own Natalie McCloskey offered an introductory welcome on behalf of the Chamber, expressing gratitude to all Chamber members and businesses present for supporting the event.

Natalie McCloskey addresses the students.

Anna Doherty, Chief Executive of The Derry Chamber of Commerce, speaking around the launch of the Talent Hub, said:

“Londonderry Chamber of Commerce have facilitated this fantastic collaboration between two of our corporate partners, Ulster University and FinTrU, to the benefit of everybody involved – the businesses who are providing the skills and expertise, the educators who are shaping the programming, and the students taking part. We are proud to see the university and business working together to provide tangible results and a confident talent pipeline.”

An eagerly awaited occasion for continued networking and relationship-building, the Grand Finale for the Talent Hub is scheduled for December 10th. Businesses interested in participating in future Talent Hub events are encouraged to reach out. The Talent Hub is dedicated to fostering connections between students and industry leaders, providing invaluable experiences for students and creating opportunities for businesses to engage with emerging talent.

We at the Chamber are delighted to be closely involved with this initiative, ensuring that top local talent is being connected with our first-class businesses in the North West. Ensuring a local talent pipeline is crucial for fostering sustainable economic growth and promoting long-term prosperity in our region, and we encourage all of our members to get involved. If you’d like to be involved in the Grand Finale of the Talent Hub on December 10th please contact natalie@londonderrychamber.co.uk.