Kent And Medway Manufacturing Focus Group (KMFG)

Pictures may be taken at this event. If you do not wish your picture to be taken, please let us know ahead of the event.

Bookings will remain open until the event itself, but please note that if you book with less than 24 hours to go, your name won’t be on the “Signing in Sheet” and you won’t have a “Name Badge” on arrival.

Kent & Medway Manufacturing Focus Group (KMFG) is a networking and business group for Manufacturing & Engineering organisations across Kent and Medway offering a unique access to peers and colleagues, sector specific information, advice and support.

The group meets every last Wednesday of the month, either in person or online, see our website for details of future events – https://kentemployerskillsplan.org/

KMFG is open to all organisations operating or directly supporting the Manufacturing and Engineering sector in Kent & Medway, whether they are chamber members or not.

Following the successful launch of KMFG in April and our online session in May, we are pleased to announce our second in person event.

This session will cover a number of subjects, including some development funding opportunities available to Manufacturing & Engineering businesses; what support is available and how to access it.

The Event will be hosted by Tudor Price, Deputy CEO and incoming CEO of Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce.

Lunch will be provided on arrival as well as the opportunity to network with other local business representatives before our keynote speakers.

KMFG will enable the Manufacturing & Engineering sector to influence in a more concerted way the different agendas that are key to business growth and success.

Our speakers include;

Tudor Price, Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce 

Tudor joined the Chamber in 2011 having worked briefly for the Government Business Support Agency, Business Link. Prior to that, Tudor worked in senior roles within the logistics and recruitment industries and has established several small businesses throughout his career and enjoyed a successful career as a professional actor in his early years.

As well as deputising for the CEO at the Chamber, Tudor is responsible for business support and international trade activities and is the principle bid writer. Tudor also has a remit to explore and develop commercial revenue streams that align with the Chamber’s core commercial aims.

Tudor was born in Wales and now lives in Kent with his wife and two children and is actively involved with the Scout Association, local amateur theatre and performs with a male voice choir in his spare time.

Charlotte Good, Canterbury Christ Church University

Charlotte Goode is the Knowledge Exchange and Engagement Manager at Canterbury Christ Church University and lead for the University’s Knowledge Exchange team, connecting academia with business and the community.

With an increasing focus on knowledge exchange activities and reporting requirements in the higher education sector, Charlotte leads on Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and the University’s consultancy service, bringing people together to create positive change through societal, economic and environmental impacts.

For those that have never considered working with a university before, Charlotte will introduce a few ideas for ways that you can connect with Canterbury Christ Church University to help your business flourish and grow.

Camilla Maurice, MidKent College

Camilla Maurice is a qualified teacher of Business and experienced Curriculum Manager whose passion for creating opportunities for young people has always been evident in her work. Camilla realised she could continue to have a real impact on the lives of young people beyond her work in the classroom and she transitioned to her current role of Employer Engagement Manager at MidKent College in January 2023. Since assuming post Camilla has worked to increase employer engagement across all areas of the college, successfully setting up opportunities within a variety of sectors.

Camilla strongly believes that positive relationships with local and national employers will equip students with the critical skills for the modern workplace, inspiring entrepreneurship and enterprise, whilst ensuring that employers and the local community benefit from a skilled, proactive and innovative workforce.

Lunch will include a selection of savoury options and will be served with tea/coffee on arrival.