Skills Exchange Network
The Event
One-day training conferences
Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
i2detail designed with Hamish Taylor a model Skills Exchange Day which has been successfully implemented at subsequent SXN training events. Five fast-moving workshops ensure delegates remain motivated for optimum learning throughout the day.
i2detail contributed to the design of marketing literature, built the database of invitees, worked with the SXN team during the sales process, received delegate payments, secured sponsorship and assisted in sourcing workshop leaders.
Workshop leaders came from very different fields of expertise - listening skills were taught by a Primary School Teacher; Learning new skills by professional athlete and ex-Scottish International rugby captain Andy Nichol; problem solving under pressure was led by Jon, a Captain in the TA who served in Iraq; Strathclyde Fire & Rescue Service were invited to demonstrate how to cope with the unexpected at work and two black belt Olympic Judo instructors showed delegates how to increase efficiency.
As a relaxing end to a busy day i2detail worked with John Lewis’ fashion adviser, putting together a stunning fashion show.
Delegates received a parchment training certificate and delegate bags with promotions and gifts appropriate for the busy PA.
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“Thank you very much for all your hard work. Your enthusiasm and ‘eye to detail’ certainly made this an event we can all be proud of and I look forward to working with you in the future.”
Hamish Taylor, CEO, Skills Exchange Network
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“The organisation of the event was really impressive and professional – i2detail is really well named!”
Susan Kynoch, The PA Exchange
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“Fantastic, original day. First non-boring training course I’ve ever attended!”
Delegate, Scottish Widows
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“Can I just say how fabulous yesterday was. It completely exceeded my expectations. The whole day went very smoothly and the workshops were excellent – what a great group of people you sourced to do the event”.
Delegate, European Management Assistants
The Assignment
Skills Exchange Network is a management and leadership development organisation set up by Hamish Taylor based on the principle “If you want a breakthrough … look outside your current environment”.
Hamish commissioned i2detail to work with him to help design, promote and launch a series of Skills Exchange Days aimed specifically at PAs, Secretaries and Administrative Staff.
120 delegates