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CAREER CONNECT

Personalised career coaching to help young professionals achieve success and growth.

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About the Event

Landing your dream job can be tough, but with the right skills and support, you can stand out and succeed. Our free Career Support service, equips young people with the confidence, tools, and mentorship to turn their passion into a thriving career. Whether you're entering the job market or exploring self-employment paths, we’re here to help you take control of your future.

Upcoming dates:

  • 18th June, 2025 (12 pm - 3 pm)

at Tooting Works, 89 Bickersteth Road, SW17 9 SH

Core Benefits

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Skills

Development

Build the essential skills needed to succeed in the modern job market.

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Interview & Networking Skills

Master the art of interviews and build a network that opens doors to new opportunities.

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Career

Exploration

Discover potential career paths and find the one that aligns with your passions.

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Panel

Discussion

Gain expert insights into managing your career as you grow professionally.

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CV Crafting & Job Search Strategy

Create a winning CV and learn job search tactics to enhance your employment prospects.

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Dedicated

Coaches

Experienced coaches who help you set achievable goals, stay accountable, and navigate challenges with confidence.

Why choose us?

We’ve helped over 300 young people, many from ethnic minority backgrounds, launch successful careers, and we’re committed to helping you achieve your dreams too. Our mission is to equip young people with the skills, confidence, and support they need to thrive in today’s competitive job market. Through personalized coaching, practical workshops, and ongoing mentorship, we’ll help you turn your passion into a career. Join us, and be part of a programme dedicated to your long-term success!

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Our Panellists

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Frankie Barnes

​Frankie Barnes is a freelance project coordinator and WordPress developer at Shapeways.io. He combines web development with accessible tech training to empower communities and build digital confidence.

He has delivered digital skills sessions to over 300 learners and specialises in practical, user-focused solutions that help others break into the tech industry.

 

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Caroline Odogwu

Caroline Odogwu is a Learning and Organisational Development Advisor at Capital City College Group, supporting leadership, staff development, and inclusive learning.

She’s also the founder of She Is You, a social enterprise empowering women and girls through mentoring, personal growth, and wellness. Caroline brings over a decade of experience in youth work and community engagement to her work.

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Amma Anderson

Amma Anderson is the co-founder and CEO of The Skills Spot, a South London-based organisation helping young people build the confidence, skills, and networks to succeed.

Her career began as an apprentice, before working across education, youth services, and the charity sector. Amma now leads a values-led organisation rooted in community and also serves as a trustee for national charities shaping youth and education policy.

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Jefferson Iweh

Jefferson Iweh works in resident engagement for a social housing organisation, with a background spanning retail, accountancy, teaching, and the start-up space.

With over 10 years of experience in the gig economy and community-led initiatives, he’s passionate about building pathways for growth that benefit both individuals and the wider community. Jeffrey’s work has earned him recognition from the Diana Award, Wandsworth Council, and the Universal Peace Federation.

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Jenni Asiama

Jenni Asiama is the Enterprise and Business Communications Manager at Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, with over 20 years’ experience in events and marketing.

She’s led successful initiatives like Wandsworth Enterprise Week, Women’s Enterprise Day, and Access to Finance, all aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and start-ups. Jenni has also run her own events and PR consultancy and began her career as a journalist.

What to expect?

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CV Writing & Mock Interviews

Polish your CV and sharpen your interview skills with expert-led CV writing and mock interview sessions.

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One-to-one

Coaching

Get personalised support to explore self-employment opportunities and entrepreneurial ventures.

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Panel

Discussion

Hear from industry experts in our panel discussion as they share real-world insights, career tips, and inspiration.

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Our Testimonials

" BLP helped me transform my idea into a successful business. The coaching and workshops were crucial for launching my site and attracting clients."

Troy Johnson

- Founder of Sweet Dee’s Jerk

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