Celebrate National Freelancers Day with Jump PR in West London
From the outside in: Celebrating freelancing and contracting as a career choice
Umi Hotel, London W2, 23rd November from 6.30pm
Come and meet other contractors and freelancers for a panel discussion about issues facing today’s flexible workers.
This free evening event, organised by freelancer Nicola Miller (Jump PR), will be an opportunity to network with other like-minded freelancers, interact with experienced industry personalities and take part in a group discussion. The event will lead to five key points being fed back to Professional Contractors Group (PCG) about issues that concern and are of most importance to today’s freelancing/contracting professionals.
On the night:
The evening will primarily take the format of a group discussion, with questions to the panel and views being raised by the freelancers and contractors present. You are welcome to be as involved as you want in the discussions, or just listen if you prefer.
The format of the evening will be as follows:
6.30 pm Arrive at Umi Hotel, Bayswater, London
6.30 pm - 7pm Drinks reception
7.00 pm Welcome and introductions (Nicola Miller, Jump PR)
7.10 pm Panel presentations and audience discussion
8.00 pm Conclusions and actions to take back to the PCG
8.15 pm End (more networking in the bar until apprrox 9.30pm)
The PCG’s vision is for freelancers to enjoy the optimum environment in which to operate and thrive. National Freelancers Day will highlight five key themes:
• Fair and equitable taxation
• The right to work freelance
• Government to make it easier for clients to engage freelancers
• Recognition that freelancers are in business on their own account
• Freelancing to be respected as a valid career choice and essential in the success of UK Plc
Other topical issues being discussed on the night might include:
From the outside in: Integrating into a client organisation as a freelancer or contractor
Riding out the recession: Finding work and riding out tough times as a contractor or freelancer
Taxing times: Tax, IR35, limited companies, umbrella companies etc...
Panel and sponsors:
Jenner & Co Accountants
A free welcome drink is being kindly provided for all attendees by Jenner & Co Accountants. Jenner & Co acts for a variety of different types and size of business, from the small business operating from home to UK based subsidiaries of overseas companies. They offer a complete payroll solution and full bookkeeping service along with wide experience of advising new and established businesses on appropriate structure. www.jenneraccountants.co.uk
Bel Grant, Flexible Working
Bel Grant is a published writer and commentator on flexible working through staffing agencies. Her articles can be found in national and local newspapers, trade magazines and on-line and she is the author of ‘Great Expectations’, a guide to flexible working in the UK. She also has an unstoppable passion for the topic of IR35… www.flexibleworkingexpert.com
Anthony Kayne, Senior Agent, Xchangeteam Group
Anthony runs a combined freelance, interim and permanent desk in the PR & Communications team and works on internal and external communications roles for a variety of Agencies, Corporates, Charities and Public sector bodies. www.xchangeteam.com
Tracy Playle, Managing Director, Pickle Jar Communications
Tracy Playle is an experienced contractor who has been running her own limited company – Pickle Jar Communications – since 2007. Tracy is a communications consultant with specialist expertise in new and social media communications. www.picklejarcommunications.com
Nicola Miller, Freelancer, Jump PR
Nicola Miller aka Jump PR is a freelancer who specialises in providing PR, marketing and communications services to clients in a variety of arenas, particularly the not-for-profit sector. www.jump-pr.co.uk
Getting there:
Date: Monday 23 November, 6.30 – 9.00pm
Venue: Umi Hotel, 16 Leinster Square, London W2 4PR
Umi is a short walk from Bayswater tube station. Click here and scroll down for directions.
How to book: Attendance is free for freelancers and contractors. To register for this event (places are limited and registration essential):
Email SUBJECT: WEST LONDON NFD REGISTRATION
Please include your name, company name, whether you are a freelancer/supplier or client and telephone number to. Please also include your PCG Membership number if applicable.
These events form part of National Freelancers Day. PCG cannot be held accountable for views expressed by panel members or members of the audience unless otherwise stated.
