If you've spent at least 6 months studying at a UK university, Alumni UK Connect & Learn is your gateway to a unique experience. These free events unite alumni worldwide to explore, learn, and grow together. Engage in online workshops led by renowned facilitators like Ricardo Ortiz and Carol Quevedo, experts in innovation management, mentoring, talent and skills acceleration.
Why join Alumni UK Connect & Learn?
- Stay updated: Access insights on trending topics and workplace influences.
- Knowledge boost: Gain valuable insights from professionals in professional development.
- Join discussions: Participate in meaningful conversations on innovation, AI, diversity, and more.
- Online presence: Stand out on platforms like LinkedIn, enhancing your professional image.
- Global network: Connect with alumni and professionals worldwide, opening up new opportunities.
- Reconnect & forge connections: Reconnect with fellow alumni and establish new connections
Agenda:
All sessions will take place at 16:00 Mexico City | 17:00 Bogota, Lima | 19:00 Brasilia time, will have a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, and will include a group activity, tools, and tips to use in your day-to-day life.
Meet our facilitators!
Ricardo Ortiz possesses extensive expertise in innovation management, technology-based product development, market research, and the transfer of research results to the market. With a keen understanding of market intelligence applicable to various productive sectors, he excels in accelerating entrepreneurship and digital startups. Ricardo is an expert in digital transformation, project evaluation, and the development of financing instruments through calls for proposals from Colciencias, Fondo Emprender, and Innpulsa. His proficiency extends to creating impactful business models and generating innovative ideas for design, production, and execution.
Carol Quevedo, an Industrial Engineer from Colombia with an MBA from the USA, brings 16 years of versatile experience leading diverse areas in Insurance, Banking, Consulting, and Telecommunications in Colombia. Serving as the President of the Mentoring Chapter for ALL Ladies League, she is a Professional Mentor and the creator of the Talent and Skills Acceleration Plan (PATH). Additionally, Carol is a professor in Business Administration at Universidad Javeriana, fostering strategic synergy between academia and the corporate world.
How to Participate?
To maximize your experience, we recommend joining using a laptop or PC. This ensures easy access to multiple windows and optimal visibility of shared tools during interactive sessions.