Join Book Aid International and Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce for an exclusive networking event and behind-the-scenes tour of the charity’s Swindon distribution hub.

Discover how books donated in the UK are prepared, packed, and shipped to schools, libraries, universities and communities around the world, helping to create opportunity through literacy and education.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet fellow business leaders, network, learn about the charity’s global impact, explore volunteering and partnership opportunities, and gain a unique insight into a world-changing organisation now proudly based in Swindon.

Agenda

9:30am – Arrival, registration, tea, coffee and networking

9:50am – Welcome from Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce

10:00am – Alison Tweed: The Book Aid International story, the move to Swindon and future ambitions

10:20am – Guided warehouse tour

10:40am – Interactive “Pack & Stamp” experience, allowing guests to see first-hand how books are prepared for shipment

11:00am – Networking and discussion around volunteering, business partnerships and corporate support opportunities

11:30am – Close

Who should attend?

Join fellow business leaders, professionals and community organisations for a unique networking and knowledge-sharing event at Book Aid International’s Swindon distribution hub. Designed for Chamber members, business owners, HR and CSR professionals, logistics and supply chain specialists, education providers and anyone interested in making a positive impact, this event offers the opportunity to build valuable connections, gain behind-the-scenes insight into how millions of books reach readers around the world, share ideas and expertise, and explore volunteering, partnership and corporate engagement opportunities with one of the UK’s leading international charities.