The importance of workplace inclusivity with Julian Pietrangelo We recently caught up with Julian Pietrangelo regarding his Data Analyst apprenticeship and career at UK’s children’s charity, Barnardo’s. Kaplan · 10 min read
Approaching your identity at work: Lisa Coombes shares her story Lisa Coombes talks about her experience as a trans woman in a professional working environment and the topic of approaching your identity at work. Kaplan · 10 min read
10,000 Black Interns: Continuing to encourage diversity through internships For another summer, Kaplan welcomed a group of inspiring and ambitious young interns as part of the 10,000 Black Interns programme (now 10,000 Interns Foundation). Kaplan
“There’s strength in unity,” Daniel Ironside shares his story We recently caught up with Daniel Ironside, one of our Learning Services Coordinators at Kaplan. He shared his experience of being an openly gay man working in a professional environment. Kaplan
“You decide when, how and who you disclose your sexual orientation to,” Sue McCamley shares her story We recently spoke to Sue McCamley. Not only does she work in the IT department at Kaplan, but she is also a pianist, dog owner and proud to be part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Kaplan
“If it’s not obvious that you're a queer person, sometimes you just have to come out repeatedly.” Alex Butler’s story We spoke to Alex Butler who works in the Service Operations department at Kaplan. He shared his experience of being out in the workplace, and how companies can build an inclusive work environment. Find out what he had to say. Kaplan
“I never wanted to be anything other than ordinary” Beth Tomlin shares her story We recently spoke to Beth Tomlin, a Senior Learning Designer within the Learning Design and Development (LDD) team at Kaplan. She shared her Pride Story and experiences as an openly gay person in a professional environment. Kaplan
The secret to success in the city In this episode of our Learn Better Podcast host, Stuart Pedley Smith, Head of Learning at Kaplan, discusses how networking, determination and not being defined by others can help you to succeed in your career. Kaplan
How to be a trans ally in the workplace Being kind and respectful to everyone in the workplace is essential. Read on to find our guidance and webinar on how you can stay educated and be a trans ally while at work. Kaplan
10,000 Black Interns: Diversity through internships This summer, the 10,000 Black Interns programme offered work placements to young Black talent who were seeking experience in various sectors. Interns, Courtney Brown and Mary Dontoh, shared their experiences. Kaplan
Investment Leadership and Social Change Find out how education and personal sponsorship can support social mobility. Kaplan
There’s still a lack of diversity in accountancy, and we want to change that We give a summary on how we are trying to create change. Kaplan
Transforming businesses through Apprenticeships - Case Study We spoke to Apprenticeship Manager at Marston’s PLC, Paul Fellows, to find out how businesses can transform through using apprenticeship training programs to upskill employees. Kaplan
Making sure all learning needs are met Read about the latest progress made by our new SENCo. Poppy Laila
Women in Accountancy - Former student, now Mazars Audit Director We catch up with former Kaplan student, Charlene Lancaster, to find out how her career has progressed. Kaplan