The IOA Early Careers Group has joined up with UKAN+ EC SIG to create a special two-day conference; if you register to attend the Art of Being a Consultant you can attend FREE the Art of Being an Acoustician on Friday 28 March by ticking the box on the registration form.
The Art of being a Consultant is aimed at future acousticians looking to join ,or who have recently joined the acoustic consultancy world. The day will explore what being an acoustic consultant is, how to do the job and the rules around consultancy.
The Art of being an Acoustician is aimed at acousticians remaining in acoustics academic, research and policy making.
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Itinerary |
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09:30 |
Registration and refreshments |
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09:50 |
Welcome & introduction –Zachary Simcox, Meeting Chair, Early Careers Group Chair |
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10:00 |
The Institute of Acoustics – David Waddington, professor, University of Salford, president of the IoA |
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Session 1 |
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10:10 |
What is acoustics consultancy? – David Boaden, Managing Consultant, AIRO |
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10:35 |
Negotiating Contracts - Daniela Filipe, Senior Associate, Experience Studios |
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11:00 |
Refreshments |
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Session 2 |
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11:30 |
Doing the Job - Russell Richardson, Director, RBA Acoustics |
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11:55 |
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Consultancy- Angela Lamacraft, Senior Consultant, Sustainable Acoustics |
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12:20 |
Working with Teams – Mike Hewitt, Managing Director, Acoustical Control Engineers & Consultants |
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12:45 |
Lunch |
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Session 3 |
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13:45 |
Writing the Report - Chris Turner, Director, Arthian |
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14:10 |
Quality issues - Ed Clarke, Director, Clarke Saunders Associates |
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14:35 |
Refreshments |
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Session 4 |
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15:00 |
Gaining Professional Recognition, CPD – Why it matters - Paul Shields, Senior Lecturer, Derby University |
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15:25 |
Rules of the Game – the Ethics of Consultancy – Robert Adnitt, Director, Adnitt Acoustics |
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15:50 |
Discussion Session |
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16:30 |
End and an informal social in the Northern Quarter |
This code MERWED is an exclusive promotional offer provided by the hotel. It is only available for bookings made directly through the Mercure website, ensuring that guests receive the best available rate without the additional terms and conditions that come with third-party booking platforms.
- The MERWED code offers up to 20% off our Flexible Bed & Breakfast Rate when booked directly through the Mercure website.
- The discount does not apply to already discounted rates, such as the Advance Saver Rate or other promotions.
- Please note that we will not be holding any bedrooms under an allocation, and all bookings will now be subject to availability at the time of booking.
- If demand increases and rates change closer to the event date, we will not be able to revert back to the previous allocation or rates.
Additionally, you can receive a further discount if they become Accor Live Limitless (ALL) members before booking.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations are payable in full. In most cases it will be possible to transfer your registration to another person. If you book to attend in person and switch to online you will not be eligible for a refund.
IOA EARLY CAREER GROUP
This rate applies to any member who is 35 or under, or in the first 5 years of their careers.
CATERING – DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
The registration form allows you to choose Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free diets, if you have any other requirements please email sheema.ali@ioa.org.uk
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DISCLAIMER: Any views or opinions expressed on any matters by the presenters or participants during or in connection with this presentation are solely the views of the authors of the respective comments and/or opinions and must not be taken to be the views of IOA or any other organisation. IOA makes no representations, warranties or assurances concerning any information provided in these presentations and accepts no responsibility for the content and/or accuracy.
| Event Fee(s) | |
| Students | £60.00 |
| Early Careers | £60.00 |
| Researchers | £60.00 |
| IOA Members | £192.00 |
| Non-Members | £316.00 |
| IOA Sponsors | £154.00 |
| The Art of Being An Acoustician | £0.00 |
| Catering | |
| Vegetarian | |
| Vegan | |
| Gluten Free | |
| Other (please email details) |