Sponsors
NMITE Centre for Innovation & Future Skills
The Centre for Innovation and Future Skills (CIFS) at NMITE is dedicated to enhancing innovation and skills development in Herefordshire and beyond, enabling businesses and individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Located at NMITE's Blackfriars campus in Hereford, CIFS focuses on upskilling, reskilling, and providing business and innovation support to prepare the region for the future of work. Supported by over £2 million in capital funding from the Government’s Towns Fund, CIFS is a core element of the Stronger Hereford programme, which aims to make Hereford a better place to live, learn, work, and visit. For more information about CIFS and its programmes, please visit NMITE's official website.
NMITE is proud to sponsor the 2025 Skills Show, as it represents a vital opportunity to engage with the next generation of local talent and support our ongoing industry collaboration and local business support. This event allows us to inspire and connect with young people, showcasing the exciting educational pathways available through NMITE's innovative degrees and the cutting-edge opportunities at our Centre for Innovation and Future Skills (CIFS). By investing in the skills and ambitions of Herefordshire’s youth, we are fostering a brighter future for individuals, businesses, and the region as a whole. " Samantha Lewis, Director of People and Operations, NMITE
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Group Training Association - HWGTA
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Group Training Association (HWGTA) is an employer led, not for profit training provider offering bespoke apprenticeships and training to local businesses and communities. HWGTA has over 50 years of experience in delivering excellent training across the two counties, consistently rating above the national average for learner success rates, holding "Outstanding" grading from Ofsted and maintaining successful, long-term relationships with local employers.
Apprenticeships with HWGTA are proud sponsors of Herefordshire Skills Show. Graded Outstanding by Ofsted, we have a strong, proven history in upskilling school/college leavers through apprenticeship programmes and progression opportunities. We are committed and passionate about supporting the needs of apprentices and local businesses and work hard to fulfil the skills needed with the county. Offering apprenticeships in Accountancy/Finance, Business Administration, Customer Service, Engineering and Leadership & Management.
The Skills Show is an important event for us to connect with the workforce of the future and showcase apprenticeship opportunities.
Apprenticeships are an excellent choice to gain a qualification and career through a combination of hands-on work experience, classroom learning, gaining mentorship from workplace professionals in your chosen industry, all with no debt or cost to yourself!
HWGTA are showcasing themselves at the Herefordshire Skills Show.
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is an advocate for businesses across the two counties, and being part of the Skills Show is an important link between us, the local business community and possible business owners or staff members. Also being able to showcase who we are and what we provide to help companies maximise their potential.
