Beyond Education (BE)

Yesterday evening, I had the privilege of attending Octopus Energy’s Equality Foundation event 🐙! On the energy generation front, it was an exciting opportunity to delve into the implications of current policies on investment strategies regarding offshore wind turbines with industry experts, especially in light of the latest AR6 outcomes—timing couldn’t have been more perfect! Moreover, I had some insightful conversations about the ins and outs of onshore wind turbines with David Omagba and had a chance to explore Octopus Energy’s unique culture with Givens Wiafe and Tomilola Jonah. A big thanks to the organisers (& Beyond Education (BE)) for an inspiring evening! I enjoyed Ashley John-Baptiste’s keynote where he highlighted how our diverse backgrounds can benefit our career trajectories. Looking forward to staying engaged with all things renewable energy, wind turbines and, decarbonisation - exciting times!

Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Employer Networking Event hosted by Octopus Energy Equality Foundation on behalf of Beyond Education (BE). BBC journalist Ashley John-Baptiste shared an inspiring story of perseverance when the odds are stacked against you. I also got the opportunity to network with some fantastic employees at Octopus Energy, and gained valuable insights from David Omagba on how to effectively sell yourself to potential employers. A huge thank you to Beyond Education (BE) for providing me with this incredible opportunity and to everyone at Octopus Energy for sharing your time and wisdom.

Summer has flown by! It’s my last week as a Regulatory Compliance Intern at IQ-EQ and I want to take some time to reflect on the last 9 weeks. During this internship, I’ve gained invaluable insight into financial regulation, the FCA, and the crucial role compliance plays in the financial industry. From understanding complex regulatory frameworks to gaining hands-on experience with compliance processes, this journey has been incredibly rewarding, significantly deepening my knowledge and skills in this field. Here are some of my highlights: ✨𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Learnt about the critical role of compliance and financial regulation, focusing on areas such as Sustainable Development Reporting, Senior Manager & Certification Regime, Fund Operations, and Financial Promotions. I also completed in-house training on Market Abuse, Money Laundering, and the Responsibilities of Approved Persons, equipping me with the knowledge to navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence. ✨𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭: Reviewed essential client documentation for a regulated operation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This project required me to familiarise myself with the client’s operations and organisational structure, and collaborate closely with experienced colleagues, deepening my understanding of the compliance process. ✨𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: Reviewed and analysed key regulatory documents to create a template. This aims to help colleagues streamline the regulatory disclosures for their clients and assists in more efficient reporting. ✨𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Reviewed and verified the information in a client’s public communications. This task required careful attention to detail, as well as careful research, and reinforced the importance of precise and clear communication. I am deeply grateful to Harry Barnes, and the entire Regulatory Compliance team for all their support and encouragement over the past two months. As well as Shah Rehman and the wider IQ-EQ family. Thank you all for your patience and for always making time to answer my questions! I also want to extend my thanks to Stephen Adeoye and Beyond Education (BE) for this opportunity and their guidance throughout. This internship has been an enlightening experience and allowed me to work alongside some of the most dedicated and knowledgeable professionals in the industry, as well as some incredible interns. Enjoy these pictures from our first week and wishing you all the best! #internship #IQEQ #RegulatoryCompliance #LearningAndDevelopment #Compliance

Reflecting on My Internship Experience at Octopus Energy Energy🌍 Recently, I concluded my internship with Octopus Energy Services where I had the privilege of working as a Sales and Install Support Intern. My role involved advising customers and selling Octopus's heat pump systems, helping them transition to cleaner, more sustainable alternatives to traditional gas boilers. Here are some key takeaways from my journey: Sales Experience 🛠️: I had the opportunity to manage a sales pipeline, converting quote-issued customers into sales by actively listening to their needs and applying the RENEW training I received. Industry Insight 🌱: I gained a deeper understanding of the energy sector through insightful talks from various divisions within the Octopus Energy Group. From learning how Octopus Energy Generation manages wind assets and energy trading to exploring Kraken a revolutionary energy tech platform that leverages advanced data and machine learning capabilities, all centred around the customer. Sales Process Analysis 📈: I conducted an in-depth analysis of the current sales process and provided recommendations to enhance conversion rates. My findings were well-received by the team, and there are plans to implement them. This project not only broadened my understanding of the sales process but also honed my presentation skills. Results 💪: Over the course of 8 weeks, I successfully converted 14 homes to heat pumps, thereby removing an impressive 16.8 tonnes of CO2 per year from the atmosphere. This achievement was made possible by the support of my mentors and collaboration with my co-intern, David Oyatunde. I am incredibly thankful to everyone at Octopus Energy Services, especially my mentor, Oreoluwa Oyegbesan, whose unwavering support guided me from start to finish. A huge thank you to the sales team— Jim Bennett, Sivvy Mikitsey, William Marshall, Charlotte Quinn, Henry Williams, Daniel Phillips, Winston Nazareth and Daniel W. —for their invaluable assistance. A special thanks to Sai Cham, Shruti S., Alex B., Suraj Bhudia,Colette Mbang and other collaborators for organising and coordinating the internship. I’m also grateful to Stephen Adeoye for sharing this opportunity with me. Lastly, I want to express my sincere gratitude to Octopus Energy for this opportunity. The knowledge and skills I have gained are truly appreciated, and I look forward to applying them as I continue my career journey 🚀.

Sometimes, I wonder if I’m missing something or if the information is just not as accessible as it should be 🥴 But here’s the deal - if you’re on the job hunt right now, internships are probably your easiest way in. Here are some organisations offering internships or ones you should keep an eye out for: (Mostly focused on marketing, but applicable to anyone currently job hunting) ☁ 20/20 Levels - https://lnkd.in/etvwKEyJ ☁ 10,000 Black Interns - https://lnkd.in/eW2TEGp5 ☁ Beyond Education (BE) - https://lnkd.in/eNtae3U4 ☁ Brixton Finishing School - https://lnkd.in/eziXHTrW ☁ Monks The S4 Fellowship Program - https://lnkd.in/eP6sJUFQ And check out these flagged events: ☁ Publicis Groupe Discovery Session - https://lnkd.in/envSSDSx ☁ VCCP 1-Year Paid Entry-Level Scheme - https://lnkd.in/eTrVKEjk ☁ Pretty Little Marketer Workshop on Social Algorithms - https://lnkd.in/eCKwyBpG ☁ Publicis Groupe Free 9-Week Online Branding Program - https://lnkd.in/eUSSzfZ5 ☁ Creative Lives in Progress Free Kickstart Your Marketing Career Workshop - https://lnkd.in/eFTwbJc8 If you know of any more, or if you’re running some yourself, drop them in the comments below!

It’s been a week since we held the first-ever UnderOne Festival at the University of Northampton – and wow, what an experience! A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing attendees, inspiring speakers, workshop and wellness facilitators, performers (so many to mention! We've tagged you all the comments), and the dedicated team who made this event so special - Lydiah Igweh Leanne Gouck Corina Pascal, MA, FHEA Beryl Onye Sarah Stanyer Clarice Morgan Angel Parkinson Candice Chambers Ernest Benti David O. A huge thank you to our sponsors and partners for their belief and support Warner Bros. Discovery, Clyde & Co, University of Northampton, Apples & Snakes, Diversity-X, Beyond Education (BE), @theuwi, London Stress Centre, Inspiring Action Media and Small World PR. While the festival has come to an end, the impact continues as we return to our workplaces and communities, invigorated and committed to placing diversity, equity, and inclusion at the forefront. “What’s next?”, I hear you ask? Keep an eye on your inbox for the post-festival manifesto paper which will include insights and learnings, links to photographs and videos of the event! Cheers to new connections and future collaborations! ❤️ #FestivalReflection #UnderOneFestival #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #UnderOneAwards

Mummy I made it!!!!! Footballer to investment professional. ⚽️➡️👨🏾💻💰 Investment Operations Certificate obtained by The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (The CISI) ✅ Thank you Jesus. 🙏🏾

Someone once told me that "if there is no picture, it never happened." 📸 I am happy to share that I attended my first networking event by myself organised by Beyond Education (BE) and Octopus Energy – and it was an amazing experience! The event provided a fantastic opportunity to connect with individuals within the company and other young professionals just like me. A huge thank you to Beyond Education (BE) and Octopus Energy for putting on such a remarkable event. Your efforts made it possible for so many of us to network, learn, and grow. Hearing about the initiatives and discussions on equality in the workplace from was particularly inspiring. It highlighted the importance of creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. This is a crucial aspect of any organisation, and I am grateful to have been part of these conversations. For anyone hesitant about attending networking events alone, I encourage you to just do it! Stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to incredible opportunities and personal growth. You never know who you'll meet or what doors might open.

Y'all don’t put enough respect on Marketing! What YOU see: Diverse 2024 Internship Cohort What you DON’T see: → End-to-end bespoke marketing strategy → A lot of scripting, copywriting & editing → 3 influencer activations across TikTok → The algorithm acting a mess → 1 Live streaming session → 6 newsletters sent out → TikTok Spark Ads → 23 TikTok videos → 3 LinkedIn posts → 1 Virtual event Results: 👁️ 339,558 candidates reached online 📶 2,300 application website visits 📝 214 applications submitted 🏆 5 quality Interns hired Attracting & hiring diverse talent using proven digital strategies! This is no fluke… we really do this at Beyond Education (BE) 🤷🏽♀️ PS: I may or may not be working on a resource sharing all the digital assets for this campaign 👀 Just need to convince Stephen that it's ok to give y'all our marketing tea for the free 🙊🥺 📸 IQ-EQ 2024 Internship Cohort 🏆

🚀 **Welcome to IQ-EQ, RegCom Interns!** 🌟 We’re thrilled to have a new group of talented interns joining our Regulatory Compliance Team at IQ-EQ! Your journey with us begins now, and we can't wait to see the fresh ideas and energy you bring to our organisation. From orientation and training to diving into exciting projects, we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way. Let’s make this an unforgettable experience together! Here’s to new beginnings and endless possibilities! 💼✨ #iqeq #oneiqeq #insideiqeq #talentiqeq #interns #regcom #regulatorycompliance