The Future of Tech Talent: Hiring, Training & Building the Next Generation

Empowering Businesses & Students to Shape the Future of Tech

Tech leaders, educators & students—let’s shape the future together!

The demand for skilled developers, data scientists, and AI experts is higher than ever, but are today’s graduates ready to step into the roles that businesses urgently need to fill? How can companies ensure they’re hiring the right talent while also helping to shape the next generation of tech professionals?

This exclusive panel event brings together leading tech businesses, academic experts, and ambitious students to explore how we can better align education with industry needs.

Join us for an afternoon of insightful discussion, networking, and opportunities to directly influence the future of tech talent in the UK.

💡 Why Attend?

👩‍💻 FOR BUSINESSES:
🔹 Struggling to find graduates with the right skills? This is your chance to voice your needs and help shape university training.
🔹 Meet top emerging talent from the University of Sussex’s School of Engineering & Informatics.
🔹 Learn how other companies are successfully hiring, training, and developing new talent to stay ahead.
🔹 Directly influence academic curriculums and ensure students graduate with industry-ready skills.

🔥 Event Highlights

🎤 Expert Panel Discussion: The Future of Tech Talent & Innovation

Hear from top tech businesses, educators, and proactive students as they discuss:
✅ The technical skills, mindset & aptitude businesses need in graduates
✅ How the Informatics Department’s research is shaping industry advancements
✅ The role of businesses in influencing university curriculums
✅ How students can prepare for careers in tech and make the most of their time at university

📢 Confirmed Panelists:

• Dab Apps – A leading software development company sharing insights on what makes a standout tech hire.
• Trusted Housesitters – Discussing the skills and mindset they look for when hiring tech talent.
• Splash BI – Insights from a fast-growing analytics company and how they work with graduates.
• Ian Wakeman (Head of School for Engineering & Informatics, University of Sussex) – The academic perspective on how universities are preparing students for industry.

💡 Special Talk by Jess Banks (University of Sussex)

Want to get involved with the university and access a talent pipeline? Jess will share practical steps for businesses looking to collaborate with Sussex Informatics and connect with students.

🤝 Networking & Connections
After the discussion, stick around for refreshments and networking with business leaders, university representatives, and some of the brightest tech students from Sussex.