New Professionals Forum (NPF)
WHAT IS THE NEW PROFESSIONALS FORUM?
The New Professionals Forum (NPF) is a networking and professional development forum for industry professionals new to the aerospace, defence, security & space sectors. The NPF is an inclusive and supportive group and is always keen to welcome our new members.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE FORUM?
The New Professionals Forum provides ADS members with the opportunity to help new starters navigate the broad landscape of support networks and initiatives available to them outside of their companies. The forum hosts senior keynote speakers, panel sessions with industry experts, professional development workshops, site tours and market stalls, at special events hosted by ADS member companies. The forum also helps guide members to various external initiatives, institutes and groups through an open hub on the ADS website.
The NPF is a thriving group with a core committee that meets regularly to maintain momentum and build on success. As well as a chairperson, there is a wider comms team with specific roles created to help keep the group active:
2024 Core Committee
- Nicola Harrison (QinetiQ) - Chair
- Kieron Leahy (Atkins Realis) – Social Media & Comms (joint)
- Prenavin Mudaly (MBDA ADS Secondee) – Social Media & Comms (joint)
- Elle N Ussi (Boeing) – Event's Officer
- Alex Young (Leonardo) – Onboarding Officer
In carrying out these roles, the team will keep you informed of opportunities and group activities throughout the year, but they will only be contacting you in relation to NPF activity.
HOW DO I JOIN?
Membership of the group is open to all ADS member companies. You need to register a profile in the members area first. Then, click on the Join button in the members area for the New Professionals Group or alternatively please contact Nicola Green by emailing nicola.green@adsgroup.org.uk