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Startup Huddle Oxford

Overview

Come and network with Startup founders and entrepreneurs in the Business & IP Centre, Oxford Westgate Library

Recognised as the world’s largest monthly startup networking event. EVERY third Thursday of the month, since July 2022.

Startup Huddle is designed to help one entrepreneur at a time while strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem. With 2 preselected start-ups presenting their business journey so far followed by QA, feedback and plenty of time for networking. With ecosystem opportunities and national/international opportunities being shared.

Entrepreneurs discover solutions to the challenges they face through purposeful engagement with a broad array of voices from the Oxfordshire entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Participants encouraged to support one another with their connections, knowledge and insights. With a great opportunity to explore all of the facilities and resources available to access for free at Business & IP Centre Oxfordshire, a large centre located 2nd floor of Oxford Westgate Library (city centre).

Hot and cold refreshments provided. The Startup Huddle is part of the Global Entrepreneruship Network, further details and opportunities: Welcome | Global Entrepreneurship Network

BIPC Oxfordshire collects your name and email address to manage your registration for the Startup Huddle event. Your information will only be used for event administration and will not be shared outside the business support service. For more information on how we handle your data and your rights, please see the Oxfordshire County Council privacy policy: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/council/about-website/privacy-notices/privacy-notice

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Women in Nuclear: Speed Mentoring & Networking

Women in Nuclear (WiN) Central England Branch held a networking and speed mentoring event at UKAEA on the Culham Campus, Oxford, last night (06/11/25).

There were five mentors representing UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), Nuclear Waste Servies (NWS), Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) and Collaborative Environmental Advisors (CEA) with six mentees who all had the chance to talk to all mentors.

Speed mentoring is a great way to introduce both mentor & mentee to each other in short, timed sessions of ~15/20 minutes. Mentees are able to gain insight from each mentor in order to foster quick relationships as opposed to the longer-term commitment of a traditional mentor.

This concept is also valuable for the mentor who gains skills and a development opportunity by talking to different professionals and offering important support.

The evening offered diverse perspectives, a focused learning opportunity, the ability to network during, before and after sessions, and allows a more informal setting than some traditional methods.

Please reach out if you are interested to hear how you can join your local branch of WiN for free! We encourage men and women to join as we want to foster collaboration and allyship in the industry.

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Nuclear Institute & APM: An Audience with Adrian Bull

Last night we had the pleasure of joining ~30 other nuclear industry professionals hearing from Adrian Bull who is due to take over the NI Presidency position in January 2026.

Adrian’s background with the Dalton Nuclear Institute, Westinghouse, the BNFL and NNL, mean that Adrian was well-placed to take us on a journey through nuclear.

We were given an interesting insight to the nuclear sector through the ages beginning with the post-war resurgence and technical advancement, through to the present day focusing on nuclear new build, the GDF and SMRs.

A summary of topics:

The 1970’s was a time when the reputation of the nuclear industry was not great mainly due to the Windscale and Three-Mile Island disasters.

During the 1980’s Britain had an enlarged nuclear fleet and the nuclear baseload helped the nation; however, in April 1986 the Chernobyl accident happened. Plans for a fleet of 10 PWRs were thwarted and instead only one was built, Sizewell B.

In the 1990’s, “Dash for Gas” was the was the focus as the electricity supply sector was broken up and privatised. Several Magnox sites were closed while SZB came online in 1995.

Throughout the early 2000’s the government lacked the mechanisms to make nuclear happen and by 2008 there was policy support, but no direct funding route for the sector.

The industry was not without its bad press and, unfortunately, in 2011 the Fukushima disaster happened. While this happened there were different financing models which allowed Hinkley Point C to progress.

The fracking of gas was the main concern for the public and by the 2020’s Sizewell C and SMRs don’t have significant public opposition. Energy security and affordability have become the important topics compared to net zero. The Russian invasion of Ukraine caused high volatility and the GDF siting process sparked local concerns.

In conclusion, it was apparent that the nuclear industry needs to work harder and smarter in the way we communicate. What is the message? What voice do we need to speak in at a given time? What channel do we utilise to spread this message? Who are the audience we are talking to? And, perhaps a good starting point, what outcome are we trying to achieve?

Adrian gave us lots to think about and there were some thoughtful questions during the Q&A at the end of the presentation.

Nuclear Institute: Northwest Branch Winter Social

As the year winds down, the Nuclear Institute North West Branch invites you to our Winter Social at Immersive Gamebox – an evening of interactive festive fun and relaxed networking!

Join us in our private area where nibbles will be served throughout the evening. Step into a world of tech-driven adventures where you and your team control the action, from Squid Game challenges to Angry Birds mayhem!

Whether you’re here to play, chat, or just unwind, it’s the perfect way to wrap up the year with colleagues and friends.

Why attend?

Professional Networking

  • Connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed, informal setting.
  • Meet new faces and expand your industry contacts.

Relaxation & Enjoyment

  • A chance to unwind after a busy year.
  • Enjoy nibbles and a fun atmosphere.

Unique Experience

  • Immersive Gamebox offers a cutting-edge, tech-driven adventure. This is not your typical social event!

Register: https://nuclearinst.com/Events/north-west-branch-winter-social-/16172?OccId=22087

North East Branch: Current and Future Projects at Hartlepool

The Nuclear industry in the Northeast is set to grow, and this is an opportunity for anyone with an interest to expand their knowledge. This event will provide brief talks on projects that are happening in the Northeast of England, with focus on Nuclear Professionalism.

The evening will commence at 5.30pm with pizza and drinks plus an opportunity to network. Talks will start at 6pm and finishing at 7.15pm.

Agenda

5.30      Pizza and drinks

6.00       Welcome and Safety – Gary Riches, Hartlepool College

6.05       Introduction – James Bewley, Chair NI NE Branch

6.10       A new plant at Hartlepool – X-Energy

6.20       Constructing the new plant – Mick Renshaw, Cavendish Nuclear

6.35       Upgrades at Hartlepool, Gas Turbine Resilience – Matt Howell, EDF

6.50       The GT upgrade – Kevin McEneny, Cullum

7.05       Summary and future events – James Bewley, Chair NI NE Branch

7.15      Close

Register: https://nuclearinst.com/Events/north-east-branch-current-and-future-projects-at-hartlepool/16105?OccId=22019

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