Kindly hosted by WSP on Chancery Lane, the event brought together people at every stage of their career journey. From school, college and university students to business leaders and CEOs, the room was full of energy, conversation and new connections.

One of the things we love most about these events is seeing people who might never otherwise meet making genuine conversations. Advice is shared, questions are asked, experiences are exchanged and professional networks start to grow. That’s exactly what happened throughout the afternoon.

We were particularly pleased to welcome two students who travelled from Denmark to attend. Hearing how much they valued the opportunity to meet industry professionals and build their networks was a great reminder of why these events matter.

A huge thank you goes to WSP for hosting us and creating such a welcoming environment. Special thanks also to Darren Connolly, Victoria Smith and the wider WSP team for their support and hospitality. The excellent lunch certainly helped get the conversations flowing!

 Networking can open doors, build confidence and create opportunities, yet for many people it remains one of the least accessible parts of professional life. That’s why we continue to create spaces where everyone feels welcome, whether they’re a student taking their first steps into the industry or a CEO with years of experience to share.

Most importantly, thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the afternoon such a success. The conversations and willingness to support others are what make the Common Ground community so special.

What’s Next?

We’re incredibly grateful to Mills & Reeve and Deloitte, two hosts that have already stepped up for upcoming events, and we’ll be sharing more details soon.

Whether you’re a student, apprentice, graduate, career changer, director or CEO, we’d love to welcome you to a future From Student to CEO event.