Call for Speakers
London Tech Community Days: Technology Trends and Career Growth
11 Oct 2025
Online
Join London's most inclusive tech community for an accessible exploration of current technology trends and career advancement strategies. This virtual event welcomes professionals at all stages-from students exploring tech careers to experienced practitioners planning their next moves.
What Makes This Event Special:
- Inclusive & Welcoming: All skill levels and backgrounds encouraged
- Career-Focused: Practical guidance for real career advancement
- Technology Balanced: 50% Microsoft ecosystem + 50% broader tech landscape
- Community-Driven: Organised by the Greyface Guild CIC, supporting marginalised voices in tech
- CPD Points Available: Professional development recognition
Target Audience
- Career changers transitioning into tech
- Students and recent graduates exploring career paths
- Junior professionals (0-3 years) seeking advancement guidance
- Mid-career professionals planning skill updates or career pivots
- International professionals new to London's tech market
Technology Focus Areas
Microsoft Technologies (50%):
- Microsoft 365 and workplace productivity evolution
- GitHub Copilot and AI-assisted development
- Power Platform for business automation
- Azure fundamentals and certification pathways
Complementary Technologies (50%):
- Popular development frameworks and career paths
- Open-source contributions and portfolio building
- Multi-cloud computing strategies
- Emerging technologies: AI, blockchain, IoT opportunities
Call for Speakers
14 Sep 2025
04 Oct 2025
Session Types Needed
Opening Keynote (45 minutes)
"London Tech Landscape 2025: Opportunities and Trends"
- Industry demand analysis and salary insights
- Career pathway recommendations
- Market predictions for 2026
- Ideal Speaker: Senior tech leader, recruiter, or industry analyst
Technology Deep-Dive Sessions (30 minutes each)
Session A: "Microsoft Ecosystem Career Paths"
- M365, Azure, and Power Platform opportunities
- Certification strategies and ROI
- Career progression examples
- Ideal Speaker: Microsoft MVP, certified trainer, or experienced Microsoft stack professional
Session B: "Full-Stack Development in 2025"
- Popular frameworks and market demand
- Portfolio building strategies
- Open source contribution guidance
- Ideal Speaker: Senior full-stack developer, technical lead, or engineering manager
Session C: "Emerging Technologies Career Planning"
- AI, cloud, and automation opportunities
- Skill development roadmaps
- Future-proofing strategies
- Ideal Speaker: Innovation lead, AI practitioner, or technology strategist
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
"Career Development Clinic"
- Live Q&A and personalized advice
- Resume and LinkedIn optimization
- Interview preparation strategies
- Ideal Speaker: Career coach, technical recruiter, or HR professional with tech focus
Speaker Benefits
- Platform to reach London's growing inclusive tech community
- Professional networking with diverse tech professionals
- Content recording for portfolio/marketing use
- Access to ongoing community events and networking
Speaker Requirements
- Experience relevant to session topic
- Commitment to inclusive, welcoming presentation style
- Alignment with community values supporting marginalised voices
- Ability to provide actionable, practical guidance
- Professional presentation skills
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