Do you care about the future of the Faciliities industry?

As someone who cares about the future of the industry (which I know you do – you read this!) – and how training and education will play a part in this – I hope you will consider this request.  

I am looking to establish a group of leading industry figures which will direct and shape the work of Skillset in the facilities sector. This new group (“The Facilities Skills Council”) will (amongst other things): 

·         Set Skillset strategy for facilities;
·         Act as expert advisors to Skillset on issues specific to facilities;
·         Act as a forum for discussion on issues raised by the facilities industry and respond accordingly;
·         Prioritise actions. 

The initial plan is to meet four times a year, with an elected Chair (and Deputy Chair) attending the Skillset Board of Directors on at least an annual basis to discuss issues and make recommendations. It should have a membership of 8-12.  What are needed are key figures in the industry – like you – senior representatives with a detailed knowledge of the sector, and with influence. Ideally I would like to see people from all aspects of facilities (post, studios, outside broadcast, sfx, kit hire, broadcasting and manufacturers). A good split of London / outside London is also welcome. Any Facilities Skills Council members will receive a comprehensive induction upon joining, and just to clarify – Skills Council members have no legal obligations and are neither Directors nor Trustees of Skillset. 

So if you want to help make sure we have a bright, well-trained future for Facilities, (or you know of a figure that would be excellent for this), then please, drop me a line. 

If you want more information then please do get in touch. I look forward to getting your thoughts and proposals on this – many thanks in advance.