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Making our way into the autumn months, Crescent Purchasing Consortium procurement professionals are getting ready to be a part of a host of upcoming events, with stops scheduled for London, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham and Cardiff...
On Wednesday 23rd September, we hit the road, heading to the London's Business Design Centre for the Education Summit.
'Leading the Agenda for the Future of Education', this year's Summit kicks off a busy autumn schedule, with market updates, industry leaders and networking opportunities all on offer to those making the trip to the English capital. With as many as 60 speakers advertised, tickets for the Education Summit are free of charge for education providers and available here, with CPC colleagues on site across #EdSummit26 to help unpick your procurement problems - and discuss any potential CPC solutions.
On Friday 2nd October, we cross over the Severn into Wales for the National Education Show at Cardiff's famed Utilita Arena.
More commonly a home to touring stars from the worlds of music, comedy and sport, the venue known locally as the CIA will welcome our CPC colleagues, and we welcome you to bring your queries on any procurement-based differences between the Welsh and Westminster governments, as well as specific issues you may have found related to procurement at your institution.
Looking to join us in Cardiff at the start of October and benefit from CPD-accredited seminars, as well as the knowledge of our CPC procurement experts? Read on for more about the one-day Welsh event and the various value it could offer to your team.
On Tuesday 20th & Wednesday 21st October, we're closer to home for the annual Education EstatesĀ® at Manchester Central.
Offering its delegates an opportunity to "join the national conversation around the education estate", this established event in the heart of MCR encompasses a multi-stream conference, exhibition and awards ceremony, ensuring plenty to see and do. š¤
It has been noted that over 70% of attendees at Education EstatesĀ® hold either decision-making or influencing roles, with more than 5,000 delegates expected in all, including a four-strong team from CPC. Readers can peruse the programme of events and/or book their place here - come along to learn more about our major, new Crescent Construction Framework.
On Tuesday 10th November, CPC will be part of BRILLIANT Festival in the Exhibition Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus.
With an eye on shaping the future of education, BRILLIANT aims to bring both educators and employers together, offering a one-day exploration of preparing our students for a working future, with a focus on technological innovation and new ideas.
Describing itself as 'The UKās Largest STEAM Education Festival', BRILLIANT will run from 8.30am to 5pm, providing a full day's worth of discussion and networking opportunities to an anticipated 2,000+ educators from across the North West of England.
On Wednesday 18th & Thursday 19th November, it's off to the Schools & Academies Show at the National Exhibition Centre.
Did you know the CPC Village is set to play host to a procurement 'super group' of sorts, at the SAAS? Readers can learn more in this special feature on the Birmingham event, which has become one of the leading destinations on the education calendar.
On Thursday 26th November meanwhile, CPC hits the Local Government Procurement Expo (LGPE) at Novotel London West.
From procurement leaders and public sector buyers to a host of goods and service suppliers, the LGPE is also set to play host to a number of featured speakers, with Skills Development Zones and a Product Showcase among the day's other attractions.
Public/third sector professionals can sign up for free and expect to find our sister brand Crescent Services at the Novotel, with our own Sharia Rahman able to provide ideas for support solutions and discussion of procurement in the non-education space.
Follow CPC on our LinkedIn for any announcements of new in-person events for our expert team, over the months ahead...