Are you struggling to find the right candidates for your roles? Join our free event and access the help you need.

Care After Combat and Portland Charity are delighted to invite you to this high-profile conference which will give you insight into Government policy, practical tools and strategies to overcome recruitment challenges by accessing the huge, yet hidden labour pool of ex-service personnel from within the Justice System and people with disabilities.

Join us and our A List panel of guest speakers for an inspirational and thought-provoking event that will showcase how employing this skilled, yet overlooked pool of people can really help your business and colleagues thrive.

We are bringing this to you free of charge as part of our charitable mission to promote inclusive workplaces.

Event Programme:

We are delighted to offer a packed agenda of influential guest speakers who will share their experiences and successful practices and help us overcome myths and challenges around employing disadvantaged people.  Some of our headline speakers include:

  • Ben Bradley MP – Conservative MP for Mansfield and Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council
  • Alex Norris MP – Labour MP for Nottingham North and Shadow Minister for Policing of the UK
  • Jon White – From war hero to sporting hero, Jon was the most seriously injured Commando to have survived the infamous Operation Herrick 12 tour in Afghanistan in 2007. He is an internationally sought-after inspirational and motivational speaker and top level para-athlete representing Great Britain in both Marathon Kayaking and Ocean Racing Kayaking.

A detailed guest speaker list is available here.

Event Details:

  • Friday 8th March 2024, 9am – 3.30pm
  • Newstart Theatre, Portland College, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, NG18 4TJ, with free parking on site
  • Free lunch and refreshments

Booking is Essential

Places are limited and booking is essential.  Don’t miss out, book your place today.

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