The Power of Events (TPOE) has launched into the North East with the new Leeds region for its Schools Engagement Programme. The unique initiative is connecting thousands of young people with the dynamic world of events, providing insights and career pathways into the industry.
In its first academic year from 2024 to 2025, the programme engaged over 106,000 young people through 350 school visits. Ambassador registration is now live on the Schools Engagement Programme portal and industry professionals are invited to sign up and support the next generation of talent by volunteering as little as an hour. The first wave of Leeds school engagements will begin in the spring, with the aim of reaching over 10,000 young people in the first year.
Rick Stainton, CEO of TPOE, said: “The launch of the Leeds Hub marks a significant progression into the North East for one of our core projects, to engage and inspire young people across the UK about the diverse opportunities within the events industry. With the incredible support of our ambassadors and sponsors, we look forward to developing a lasting impact across the region.”