First Time Freelance

  • Networking

IPSE, the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed and Big Ideas Wales would like to invite you to join us for our Freelance Start Up event in Wales.

This completely FREE of charge event, is part of a series of events designed to provide individuals, from all industries, with top tips and advice on how to successfully launch a career as a freelancer.

Secure your place now to enjoy 2 sessions of keynote speakers, join in a practical workshop, as well as hear from our panel of successful freelancers who will share their journey, challenges and successes. You will also have the opportunity to speak to a business advisor about how to progress to start up.

The event kicks off at 5pm and will conclude with refreshments and pizza!

Schedule 

17.00 – Registration and welcome drinks
17.30 – Introduction to freelancing and tips on networking from Rebecca Willey, Deputy Head of Education and Training, IPSE
18.00 – Panel discussion with:

  • Shaunnah Crosbie, Founder of ‘Shaunnah’s So Crafty’
  • Ian Campodonic - currently Creative Director at Go Compare, previous freelance and shortly going back in to freelance
  • Jessica Morgan – Director, Designer, Illustrator at Jessica Draws 
  • Bradley Channer - Director of Acceler8me

18.45 – Keynote - The importance of social media for freelancers with Luan Wise, Chartered Marketer and Independent Consultant
19.00 – Drinks, nibbles and networking
20.00 – Close