AFTER FOUR YEARS OF INACTIVITY, I AM EXCITED TO BE BACK WITH AN APPRECIATION POST.

As the Chairperson of the Human Resources Society Teesside University Students' Union (TUSU) , a society where my committee and I oversee 255 members, I would like to extend a big thank you Elizabeth Idowu . Elizabeth Idowu has not only been a great tutor but also a mentor, showing massive support, commitment, and effort in making it possible for over 35 members of our society to attend the June 12th Festival of Work London event .

Colin Powell once said, "There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure." This quote resonates deeply as I recall our discussions and preparations for the event over six months ago. It seemed like a distant future then, but through days of convenience and your busy schedules, Elizabeth Idowu meticulously prepared and checked all documents to ensure as many students as possible could attend. This was a significant milestone for Teesside University students, especially those in the Human Resources Society Teesside University Students' Union (TUSU) , as it was our first time attending the .

On behalf of myself, the committee members, and all members of the Human Resources Society present at this year’s June 12, 2024, Festival of Works CIPD London event , we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your commitment, support, and dedication. Your presence made the trip and event exceedingly successful, surpassing our expectations as students.

Elizabeth Idowu , I know you have always been supportive of my little efforts, and I would recommend Teesside University to recognise your capabilities in major tasks and activities, as I am absolutely confident in your success in any endeavour.

?I would also like to express sincere thanks to Jacqueline Barlow for her kindness and generosity. Her participation and the expertise she shared were invaluable, enriching our experience and inspiring us to engage more deeply at the event.

?A big thank you to Peter Hammond , Human Resources Society’s advisor Teesside University and former Chair for The CIPD Branch in Tees Valley , whose level of support and advice is beyond measure.

Thank you, ★ Simon Clayton FCIM ★ , for inspiring me to bring back my LinkedIn. You are more than just a personal tutor.

Thank you, Peter Cheese , CEO of CIPD , for organising such a great event and also providing the opportunity for attendees to enjoy the joining fee waiver of becoming a member of the CIPD .

?Thank you, Stephen Newman , for your words of encouragement and enlightening myself and my colleagues. It was a pleasure to meet you at the Festival of Works event.

Thank you, Nina Elisabeth Car?e ?? , Chief Human Success Officer at Zensai. It was a pleasure to meet you at the Festival of Works CIPD London event.

?Thank you, #Swag Hut .

?Thank you, #Cezanne HR. Katie Reis CIPD,

Thank you, Ben Jones , Director of Client Solutions at BPP.

?Thank you, Lisajay Baker, Director of Business Performance and Chief of Staff.

Thank you, Elizabeth Cox, CIPD-HR Programme Tutor & Coach

I am thankful to Teesside University International Business School for the support and for recognising the importance of its students attending professional and meaningful gatherings like the CIPD .

I must also appreciate the students who attended the event, as your commitment and dedication have brought you one step closer to understanding what it means to be a leader and a professional. Michael Adewunmi, Yemi Awoyemi, Priscilla Acheampong, Precious Ozommah, Sylvanus Njoku, Omolabake Adewumi Adegbite, UGWUIRO OLUCHI, Emmanuella Agboola, Juliet Oseyomon

?Thank you to my course-mates in the M.A. Human Resources Management January 2023 cohort for the opportunity to serve as their Course Rep. Thank you, Dr. Xiaoxian Zhu , for the opportunity to serve as the Student Ambassador to The CIPD Branch in Tees Valley .

?Thank you,Teesside University Teesside University , for the privilege to serve as a Sub-Committee Member of the Business School and to start another role as School Rep TUIBS by September. These experiences and exposures are incomparable to monetary values.

?Hopefully, if I have the opportunity to be part of the planning committee for the next Festival of Works CIPD London event on June 11-12 June 2025, from Teesside University , we hope to make even bigger plans.

?Finally, as the Chair of the HR Society at Teesside University Students' Union (TUSU) , I am pleased to announce that the Society is currently working on creating a LinkedIn group which will be live soon. We will need support for our over 260 members to connect with high-level professionals in the field, gain more insight, and choose their mentors. Some of these professionals, with whom I have been able to connect recently, I believe might be willing to share their expertise, knowledge, and experiences are

Stewart D. McLaurin - President at The White House Historical Association.

Bernard Toney Jr. - U.S. Diplomat & Foreign Service Medical Provider | Fmr. White House Medical Officer | Harvard Senior Executive Fellows Alum.

Helena Bowman - Head of Business Operations and Community, Middlesbrough Football Club.

DR. NADER ALAALI - Chief Investment Officer, Famous Investment Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Iain Standen FRSA - CEO of the Bletchley Park Trust

Michael Jackson - Michael (The Other Michael Jackson) Jackson, www.theothermichaeljackson.com

Ms Mamokolo Sethosa - Private Secretary at Department of home affairs, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

Colm Judge - Operations Recruitment Manager at Ryanair.

Catherine Addy - CEO & Founder at Virprac.

Mark Beard - Director Of Operations at Orangebox Training Solutions Ltd.

Huw Roberts - Senior HRBP, Department of Business and Trade.

Dr. Olusola (Sola) Idowu - Executive Director/CEO of Hexis Lab Limited & the Chair for AfBC North East England Region.

Sue O'Donovan - Associate Director - Senior and Executive HR Appointments, Nigel Wright Recruitment

Thank you once again to everyone who has been a part of this journey. Here’s to many more successes and collaborative efforts in the future!

Sammy.

Chairperson, Human Resources Society

Teesside University Students' Union (TUSU)

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