Bright Network Beyond London 2024 is taking place on Wednesday, 6th November. We're looking forward to it, and hope you are too! The leading employers joining us (including BNY Mellon, BT Group, Deloitte and more) are excited to connect with you and other members to share their insights with you.
We know attending events can be a bit nerve-wracking for some people, so we want to make sure we provide as much reassurance and guidance as possible to ensure Beyond London is an enjoyable experience and safe place for everyone.
Resources:
- Accessibility and inclusion- look at this section to learn how to use Zoom and utilise the accessibility and inclusivity features.
- Networking top tips and etiquette - here are some key Dos and Don'ts for networking and access extra resources to feel confident in your networking abilities before the event.
- LinkedIn Groups - we have created an online community where you can meet other attendees before the event. Join the Beyond London 2024 group via the links in the emails we've sent to you since you got a place at the event (try searching for "Your Application to Bright Network Beyond London 2024" in your inbox).
Event support
Zoom
The event will be streamed over Zoom. You can access the sessions via a web browser or the Zoom app. You will need to have a Zoom account to access the experience.
Signing into your account
Your joining link will be sent to you before the event. Please ensure that you log into Zoom using the same email address you used to apply to Beyond London. Click on Register.
An example of the type of email you'd receive is below.
Auditory and visual support
Closed captioning can be added on Zoom Events by clicking the "CC" icon in the lower toolbar on Zoom.
The hosts', speakers' and panellists' introductions will include an audio description for any attendees with visual impairments. For example, "My name is Hester and my pronouns are she/her. I'm the Senior Events Marketing Executive at Bright Network. I'm a white female in her early twenties with curly ginger hair. I'm wearing a green t-shirt and behind me is a busy office."
Your profile
If you click on your icon in the top right corner, you can update your personal profile. You can also select whether you’re ‘Feeling Social’ and are happy for people to connect with you, are ‘Simply Exploring’, or would prefer to be hidden. If you select ‘Hide Me’ people will not be able to DM you, but we will still be able to see your icon and name if you post in the Lobby chat.
How to edit your profile
We suggest adding your First Name, Last Name, your Degree and University. Add your Degree in the designated space for ‘Position.’ Add your University in the designated space for ‘Company. If you have joined via the Zoom desktop app/client, you will have the option to Create a full profile. You can also add your pronouns next to your last name.
Anything we haven’t covered? Get in touch
If you need support with anything prior to or during the event, or have any questions, please don't hesitate to email us at events@brightnetwork.co.uk and we'd be more than happy to help. Additionally, if you have any requirements that would help your attendance at the event be more accessible, please let us know and we can make suitable arrangements.