Rising Stars

Five ways to benefit from a portfolio of courses


Five ways to benefit from a portfolio of courses


Did you know that you can use a Rising Star Award to fund more than one course? The £1500 can be used for a combination of courses to support rounded development of complementary skills. Investing in a training course portfolio can be a great way to acquire new...

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Women in Packaging: how we can keep the ball rolling

Women in Packaging: how we can keep the ball rolling

Women represent almost half of the UK labour force, but they account for only 26% of workers in the manufacturing sector. Our Director of Marketing and Engagement, Liz Ross Martyn, joined a panel at February’s Packaging Innovations entitled “Women in Manufacturing...

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The power of personal skills for career progression

The power of personal skills for career progression

Our 2023 Rising Star Award winners who used their funding for personal skills developmentIn the quest for career success, it's typical to focus on acquiring technical know-how, certifications and experience in our chosen fields. These are undoubtedly crucial, but...

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