Career talks delivered to inspire next-generation

Business professionals recently delivered career talks to pupils at Christleton High School as part of West Cheshire & North Wales Chamber of Commerce’s Young Chamber Programme.

Taking place as part of morning assemblies during National Careers Week, three sponsors of the programme spoke about their career journeys and how they got to where they are today.

The first to deliver a talk to Year 9 pupils was Maria Davison, Business & Skills Consultant, who spoke about her academic journey to gaining a degree and teaching qualifications which led to a career in the education sector. Maria then encouraged pupils to push themselves and step out of their comfort zones as it helps to develop resilience and a positive mindset.

Maria said: “It was a pleasure to speak to the year 9 students at Christleton High School about my qualifications and career journey. Events like these are important because they give students a wider understanding of the qualification routes and career opportunities that are available. I wanted to highlight that there are many routes to employment.”

Year 11 pupils then heard from Davinder Lotay, Managing Director at Altimex Ltd, who gave an interesting presentation about his career and education journey so far which has taken him all over the country following his passion to learn from the best lecturers in the field of fibre optics. Davinder told students about setbacks he faced in his early career and how he dealt with these by utilising his secondary skills in coding.

Trainee Solicitor at Aaron & Partners, Grace Roberts, then delivered her talk to Year 13 pupils about her route into law. Grace explained her journey and also emphasised how important work experience was to those who are interested in a career in law.

Following the event, Grace commented: “I had a great time at Christleton High talking to Year 13 about my career so far as a trainee solicitor. I explained my route into law and talked about the different routes that can be taken. The pupils were engaged and interested. I look forward to seeing the next generation of lawyers coming through!”