BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GEMX - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:GEMX X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gemx.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GEMX REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250804T153703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T091217Z UID:2426-1764669600-1764678600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Cyber Threats and Attacks Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/interactive-roadshow-2/ LOCATION:NWRC Springtown Campus\, Springtown Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 3QR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20251029T090954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T090954Z UID:2656-1764091800-1764097200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Apprenticeships Unlocked DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/apprenticeships-unlocked-2/ LOCATION:Waterside Shared Village END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20251029T090421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T091259Z UID:2653-1762417800-1762437600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:GEMX Strategy Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/gemx-strategy-day/ LOCATION:The Ebrington Hotel\, 71 Ebrington Square\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 6FA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251030T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251030T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250805T152240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T091024Z UID:2428-1761818400-1761829200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:AIMA Industrial AI Event DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/aima-industrial-ai-event/ LOCATION:NWRC Springtown Campus\, Springtown Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 3QR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20251015T153649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T153649Z UID:2624-1761298200-1761312600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Practical Digitalisation Options for SME Manufacturers DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/practical-digitalisation-options-for-sme-manufacturers/ LOCATION:Da Vinci’s Hotel\, Strand Road\, Derry\, BT48 8JB\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20251015T153422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T153422Z UID:2619-1760612400-1760619600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Launch of the PEACEPLUS SME Development and Transition Project DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/launch-of-the-peaceplus-sme-development-and-transition-project/ LOCATION:ATU Letterkenny Campus\, Port Road\, Letterkenny\, F92 FC93\, Ireland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250804T152906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T152906Z UID:2420-1758789000-1758796200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:MakeME Launch DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/makeme-launch/ LOCATION:Waterfoot Hotel\, 14\, Clooney Road\, Derry\, BT47 6TB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250827T081318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T081318Z UID:2578-1758024000-1758031200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Cross Border Employer Incentives Business Briefing DESCRIPTION:This event is free to attend\, but registration is essential. Click here to register \nThis lunchtime seminar is tailored for SMEs and will explore the range of employment incentives and supports available to employers across the cross-border region. You’ll hear expert insights from the Cross Border Partnership for Employment Services (CBPES) and other leading business development organisations\, covering the latest programmes and services in the North West. URL:https://gemx.uk/event/cross-border-employer-incentives-business-briefing/ LOCATION:Waterfoot Hotel\, 14\, Clooney Road\, Derry\, BT47 6TB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250827T080853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T080853Z UID:2573-1757413800-1757426400@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Cross Border Job Fair DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/cross-border-job-fair/ LOCATION:Foyle Arena\, 2 Limavady Road\, Derry\, BT476JY\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250804T153457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T153457Z UID:2424-1753779600-1753794000@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Engineer Training DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/engineer-training/ LOCATION:NWRC Springtown Campus\, Springtown Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 3QR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250519T100951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T100951Z UID:2404-1750291200-1750377599@gemx.uk SUMMARY:MakeME - Todds Leap Trip DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/makeme-todds-leap-trip/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250529T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250529T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250519T100918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T100918Z UID:2402-1748512800-1748527200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Work Study Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/work-study-workshop/ LOCATION:NWRC Springtown Campus\, Springtown Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 3QR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250408T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250408T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T160726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T160726Z UID:2270-1744137000-1744144200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:MakeME Academy Graduation DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/makeme-academy-graduation/ LOCATION:Whittaker Suite\, Guildhall\, Guildhall Street\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT48 6DQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250328T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250328T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T161108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T161108Z UID:2275-1743154200-1743170400@gemx.uk SUMMARY:GEMX Innovation Showcase DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE URL:https://gemx.uk/event/gemx-innovation-showcase/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T163000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20250122T084527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T084527Z UID:2378-1743062400-1743093000@gemx.uk SUMMARY:InvestNI Powering Productivity Conference DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Powering Productivity Conference to hear from industry and business experts Blaire Palmer and David Meade on the transformative impact successful productivity and innovation improvements can have on your business. \nAt the conference you will: \nhear from leading industry experts and local businesses about their productivity and innovation journeys.\nwatch a live panel discussion with Economy Minister Conor Murphy\, Dr David Jordan\, QUB\, Stephen Kelly\, Manufacturing NI and Innovate UK.\nexplore how productivity and innovation can add value to your business.\nshare knowledge and network with likeminded professionals to develop productivity and innovation solutions.\nlearn about Invest NI’s productivity and innovation support.\nWho should attend? \nBusiness leaders\, entrepreneurs\, public and private sector professionals with an interest in productivity and innovation. \nAgenda \n08:00 – 09:00: Registration and networking \n09:00 – 09:10: Welcome and introductions \n09:10 – 09:50: Panel discussion: Productivity challenges and opportunities for Northern Ireland \n09:50- 10:50: Keynote speaker\, Blaire Palmer \n10:50 – 11:15: Networking break \n11:15 – 11:45: Presentation: Creating a vibrant lean culture \n11:45 – 12:00: Powering productivity – Overview of Invest NI support \n12:10 – 13:10: Morning breakout session \nAttendees can select one session only. In each session you will hear from subject matter experts and local companies that have successfully used innovation to achieve productivity. \nAM session 1: Leading Lean: Making the world of work a better place for people. This session will explore the vital role of lean leadership in successful lean adoption. \nAM session 2: Lean and digital transformation Many local businesses are looking to digital transformation to address business and resource constraints. This session will address how understanding and adopting Lean and Industry 4.0 principles can deliver transformational change across value chains. \nAM session 3: Lean accounting Lean accounting is a different approach to accounting principles and practices that aligns with the principles of lean thinking. Learn how to achieve value in your business by eliminating waste through better workflow and material management. \nAM session 4: The IDNI approach – Decarbonisation through productivity and efficiency improvement Industrial Decarbonisation for Northern Ireland (IDNI) helps clusters of manufacturing companies across NI to decarbonise by facilitating information\, collective resource\, and knowledge sharing. Join this session to hear how this approach could benefit your design and production processes and save you money. \n13:10 – 14:10: Lunch \n14:10 – 15:10: Afternoon breakout session \nAttendees can select one session only. In each session you will hear from subject matter experts and local companies that have successfully used innovation to achieve productivity. \nPM session 1: Building and sustaining a lean enterprise \nMany businesses fail to sustain their lean efforts. This session will share insights into a leading company’s journey. \nPM session 2: Learning to think like Toyota Successful lean transformations develop leaders as coaches. Toyota use an approach called Kata coaching\, this session will show why Kata is the best way to learn to think and behave in a more effective way. \nPM session 3: Creating a vibrant lean culture\nBusiness from all over the world want to learn how they can implement a vibrant lean culture. In this session you will learn how to create your own unique\, vibrant lean culture. \nPM session 4: Innovate UK – Scaling with lean\nInnovate UK is the UK’s national innovation agency with an annual budget over £1bn. Join this session to find out how you can benefit from their support to increase your productivity and enhance your business operations. \n15:25 – 16:30: Closing speaker\, David Meade \nThis conference is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. \nFor more information and to register for the event\, visit https://myini.investni.com/events/event-details/?id=f12086d0-25b2-ef11-a2f4-00155d019359 URL:https://gemx.uk/event/investni-powering-productivity-conference/ LOCATION:La Mon Hotel & Country Club\, 41A Gransha Road\, Comber\, Newtownards\, Down\, BT23 5RF\, United Kingdom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250326T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250326T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T160631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T160631Z UID:2268-1742979600-1743001200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Engineering Day @ Ulster University DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/engineering-day-ulster-university/ LOCATION:UU Magee Campus\, Northland Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT48 7JL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250116T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250116T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241205T102025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T121043Z UID:2368-1737019800-1737032400@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Apprenticeships Unlocked - POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed until further notice. URL:https://gemx.uk/event/apprenticeships-unlocked/ LOCATION:Waterfoot Hotel\, 14\, Clooney Road\, Derry\, BT47 6TB END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T160455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T160455Z UID:2265-1733994000-1734015600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Springtown Experience Day - MakeME Academy DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/springtown-experience-day-makeme-academy/ LOCATION:NWRC Springtown Campus\, Springtown Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 3QR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241121T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T160225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T160225Z UID:2263-1732195800-1732203000@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Meet the GEMs DESCRIPTION:An event to enable young people to spend some time talking informally to our GEMs about their education and career to date. \nToday’s event will include Chemical Engineers/ Mechanical Engineers/ Process Engineers and Design Technicians from Seagate\, DuPont\, The LYCRA Company\, NWRC\, AE Global and MiM URL:https://gemx.uk/event/meet-the-gems-2/ LOCATION:North West Regional College\, Strand Road\, Derry END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T160842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T160842Z UID:2272-1731609000-1731616200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Mock Interviews - Limavady Grammar DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/mock-interviews-limavady-grammar/ LOCATION:limavady grammar school END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T143000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241007T110243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T110243Z UID:2140-1730971800-1730989800@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Interactive Roadshow DESCRIPTION:Kindly hosted by St Patrick’s & St Brigid’s College\, Claudy. \nOver 14 GEMX companies will be attending and will provide a variety of activities for attending pupils to engage in. \n  \n  URL:https://gemx.uk/event/interactive-roadshow/ LOCATION:Diamond Centre\, Claudy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241106T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241105T155959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T155959Z UID:2261-1730885400-1730890800@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Meet the GEMs DESCRIPTION:An event to enable young people to spend some time talking informally to our GEMs about their education and career to date. \nToday’s event is Meet the Chemists! URL:https://gemx.uk/event/meet-the-gems/ LOCATION:North West Regional College\, Strand Road\, Derry END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241105T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20240924T102552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T102552Z UID:2117-1730800800-1730808000@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Money & Pensions Advisory Service DESCRIPTION:As part of Money Week – Session for GEMX companies on services available to SMEs and individuals \nPleaser register with joanne@gemx.uk URL:https://gemx.uk/event/money-pensions-advisory-service/ LOCATION:NWRC Springtown Campus\, Springtown Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT47 3QR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241025T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241015T161652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T161652Z UID:2147-1729854000-1729861200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Cyber Security Business Forum DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Cybersecurity Business Forum where global leaders including\, Dr John Brickey\, Senior Vice President and Cybersecurity Evangelist at Mastercard Technology will share their insights on cybersecurity strategies that can transform your approach to digital protection. This is a unique opportunity for business leaders in the North West to learn directly from top experts in the field and ensure their organisations are equipped to navigate the challenges of our digital world. \nTo register: \n Empowering Business Leadership in Cybersecurity \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/empowering-business-leadership-in-cybersecurity-tickets-1042796812337?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  URL:https://gemx.uk/event/cyber-security-business-forum/ LOCATION:UU Magee Campus\, Northland Road\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT48 7JL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241022T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20240814T160947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T160947Z UID:2089-1729589400-1729602000@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Green Economy Showcase DESCRIPTION:Opportunity to network with a range of representatives from local companies and supporting stakeholders. Hear about and discuss topics such as national and regional net zero plans/ electrical governance/ energy efficiency projects/ training and address asks for the future of the North West. \nLunch will be provided. URL:https://gemx.uk/event/green-economy-showcase/ LOCATION:Waterfoot Hotel\, 14\, Clooney Road\, Derry\, BT47 6TB ORGANIZER;CN="GEMX":MAILTO:joanne@gemx.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241015T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241015T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20240924T095039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T095039Z UID:2114-1728990000-1728993600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Department for Communities Resources: Recruitment Support Webinar DESCRIPTION:The aim of this webinar is to inform and showcase the extensive range of recruitment support and resources available through DfC to employers. \nThe Department for Communities (DfC) provides a free\, comprehensive recruitment support service\, tailored to the diverse needs of employers across Northern Ireland. Whether you’re a multinational corporation or a local shop-owner\, DfC offers a range of services designed to assist in every stage of the recruitment process. Our team of highly experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering personalised support\, including: \n\nRecruitment advice and guidance\nJob advertisement and promotion\nCV sifting and interview facilities\nAccess to employment and disability support services\nOrganisation of bespoke recruitment events\nInclusion in employability and skills initiatives URL:https://gemx.uk/event/department-for-communities-resources-recruitment-support-webinar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241016T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241016T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241016T110347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T110639Z UID:2144-1729074600-1729074600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:CPD Event for DfE Career Advisors - Visit to nuprint DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/cpd-event-for-dfe-career-advisors-visit-to-nuprint/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20241007T105405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T110342Z UID:2136-1728468000-1728475200@gemx.uk SUMMARY:CPD Event for DfE Career Advisors - Visit to FastHouse DESCRIPTION: URL:https://gemx.uk/event/dfe-career-advisors-visit-to-fasthouse/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240930T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240930T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20240715T110049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T110726Z UID:2066-1727697600-1727708400@gemx.uk SUMMARY:Strabane Job Fair 2024 DESCRIPTION:Strabane Job fair will be held on Monday 30th September 2024 in the Alley Theatre\, Strabane – please see attached\, Call for Employer and Employer Registration of Interest form. \n  \nFeel free to share or register if this is an event that may interest you \n  \nAny questions please contact Niamh at  NIAMH.MCGRANAGHAN@DFCNI.GOV.UK \n  \nEmployer Registration of Interest form 2024 \n \n  \n  URL:https://gemx.uk/event/strabane-job-fair-2024/ LOCATION:The Alley Theatre\, 1A Railway St\, Strabane\, BT82 8EF END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T023614 CREATED:20240814T160320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T160320Z UID:2085-1726653600-1726662600@gemx.uk SUMMARY:HR Breakfast DESCRIPTION:  \nOpportunity to network with a range of representatives from local companies and stakeholders. Hear about and discuss topics such as peer recognition/ labour relations/ mental health/ neuro-diversity in the workplace and training of middle management. URL:https://gemx.uk/event/hr-breakfast/ LOCATION:BEAM Centre\, Maydown ORGANIZER;CN="GEMX":MAILTO:joanne@gemx.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR