16/04/2025
In a time of transformation for the Employability Sector, collaboration, innovation and shared purpose have never been more essential. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that The Digital College will once again sponsor the IEP Summit 2025 Networking Lunch – a key moment in the Summit programme where professionals come together to connect, reflect and spark ideas that drive change.
As digital solutions reshape how support is delivered, The Digital College stands at the forefront – championing accessible, flexible training that empowers people and enhances services.
“We’re proud to sponsor the IEP Summit Networking Lunch again this year,” said The Digital College CEO Matt Kingswood FIEP. “The Summit is a vital space for Employability Professionals to come together, share ideas, and shape the future of our sector.
“At a time of ongoing change, it’s more important than ever to be part of the conversation – and to champion inclusive, scalable solutions that help people move forward.
“Change in our sector is inevitable, but it can also be empowering. We see technology as a critical enabler in making employability support more inclusive and efficient.”
The Digital College provides accessible, online training designed to help people gain the skills they need to move into sustainable employment. Working closely with employability providers, local authorities, and community organisations, we offer flexible, self-paced courses that meet a wide range of learner needs – including ESOL and entry-level qualifications. Our training supports jobseekers, career changers, and those facing barriers to work, helping the sector deliver measurable outcomes with maximum efficiency.
“When resources are stretched, innovation becomes essential. We’re here to help the Sector turn digital delivery into a real opportunity to do more with less.”
By equipping advisors and providers with the tools to deliver high-quality training at scale, The Digital College is helping services navigate tight budgets and evolving commissioning models while expanding their reach.
“We’re designing the tools that frontline teams need to succeed today – and tomorrow. Innovation in this Sector doesn’t start with tech, it starts with people.”
The IEP Summit 2025, headline sponsored by City & Guilds, is the must-attend event for the Employability Sector, bringing together thought leaders, sector experts and stakeholders to explore the future of employability support. The event will cover a range of topics focused on the evolving world of work, from the role of employability professionals in navigating workforce challenges, the skills needed to deliver high-impact employment support and defining what it means to acquire durable skills for a resilient workforce.
This year’s Summit theme, ‘Employability in a Changing Landscape,’ will cover a range of topics focused on the evolving world of work, from the role of employability professionals in navigating workforce challenges, the skills needed to deliver high-impact employment support and defining what it means to acquire durable skills for a resilient workforce.
“A stronger Sector starts with a stronger workforce. We believe in empowering professionals with the tools, knowledge and recognition they need to lead from the front.”
From devolution and AI to procurement reform, the current climate demands collaboration and innovation across the board. The IEP Summit 2025 provides a timely opportunity to connect strategy with practice – ensuring that forward-thinking digital solutions like those from The Digital College are part of the sector’s collective response.
“At a time of uncertainty and reform, the IEP Summit gives the sector a much-needed moment to regroup, share and lead with confidence.”
As we look ahead to Summit 2025, The Digital College recognises this event is a crucial touchpoint for reflection, networking and future-shaping collaboration.
“The conversations that happen at the IEP Summit go far beyond the room. They shape strategies, partnerships, and ideas that ripple across the sector all year round.”
Join the Employability Sector community for a day and evening of sharing expertise, forging new partnerships, and exploring ‘what works’ in the ever-evolving landscape of employability.
Register for the IEP Summit 2025: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/instituteofemployabilityprofessionals/1564358
Register for the IEP Summit 2025 Networking Dinner: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/instituteofemployabilityprofessionals/1564383
