About Culture Clash

The HR World Culture Clash Series was held in partnership with the University of Bristol and was set up to investigate what is coming next for emerging talent in the UK.

The series included two all-day events, in Bristol and London, and included a high-level panel debates, focus groups and keynote speakers.

Findings from both Culture Clash Bristol and London were put together into a white paper released in 2023.

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Feedback from Culture Clash Events

"A fantastic, insightful debate with an incredible line up of panelists.”

"We thoroughly enjoyed yesterday's Culture Clash Event at Bristol's Engine Shed. Thought-provoking to say the least. To be part of this 'in person' after such a long time was a privilege."

"Keynote speaker and panellist, Hannah Awonuga, really challenged audience perspectives and gave great insight into engaging all generations into the conversation. I look forward to continuing the conversation in London in October!"

I am still buzzing from the amazing time in Bristol last week!”

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HR World Culture Clash HR Event, Mark Pullen

HR World Culture Clash HR Event, Dr Harry Pitts

Culture Clash event Bristol, Hannah Awonuga

HR World Culture Clash HR Event, Sanderson

HR World Culture Clash HR Event, Chris Butt

Networking at HR World Culture Clash HR Event, Bristol

Culture Clash Event, Mike Beesley and Mark Pullen

HR World Culture Clash HR Event audience member

HR World Culture Clash HR Event, Orlagh Hunt

Who wass involved?

The HR World is the UK’s freshest news and view platform in the future work. Creating bespoke, immersive and outcomes based events they aim to help senior HRs collaborate and problem solve to support economic and business ambition.

University of Bristol is one of the UK’s most respected education organisations with a huge focus on ensuring their students are the next generation of world-leading talent. They offer free and cost effective ways to engage with students during their studies and when they graduate. They can also raise awareness of organisation’s aims support recruitment drives.

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