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Member exclusive event
This special interest group provides the Chartered Institute's members operating within the Export Control industry priority access to the latest information, policy updates, and education relevant to your sector and a network of like-minded individuals with whom you can discuss challenges and solutions to the issues impacting your business.
When: 10:00 am - 10:45 am GMT, Tuesday 5th February 2025
Where: Microsoft Teams | Interactive event
Opening from Head of Membership Sophie Tothill
Introduction from Sector Lead Scott Parker
Introduction from Technical Expert Andy Bridges
Breakout rooms
Feedback (facilitated by Lead and Expert)
Close from Head of Membership
Sophie has built a successful career within international professional membership bodies and senior roles in the public sector. With experience at ICAEW and CIPD, she has a proven ability to drive membership growth and engagement through strong value propositions and strategic relationships. A former HR professional and Police Officer, Sophie is a passionate advocate for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) and is committed to advancing organisational success through strategic leadership and collaboration.
Scott is the Sector Lead for Manufacturing and Export Controls, dedicated to helping businesses advance in trade. With a strong focus on regulatory compliance and operational efficiency, Scott drives initiatives that empower organisations to navigate the complexities of export controls. My passion lies in supporting companies as they thrive in a competitive global market
A trade and customs specialist at the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade Academy, Andrew Bridges has over 25 years’ of experience working in international trade and has been a member of the Chartered Institute since 2020.
He has extensive knowledge of shipping, logistics and other aspects of cross-border movement of goods. Bridges also has 16 years’ worth of experience in moving foodstuffs, military equipment and car parts, especially in North America and China, and has extensive knowledge of the aerospace and defence sector.
