For 2012, we are proposing a series of "Staying Connected" discussion forums for the BHBIA membership. As mentioned in the title, the goal is to create some informal gatherings outside the traditional BHBIA events like conference and training courses to discuss relevant "hot topics" that are adjacent to the business intelligence industry, where everyone can contribute equally to the discussion.

The intention is to change the topics and the venue location each time to engage the membership from across the country and keep the discussion fresh.

• The sessions will run from 5pm – 8pm with light refreshments provided.

• Venues will vary (not just Central London) and we are keen to hear from any members who may be interested in hosting one of these events at their premises.

• There will be no charge for attendance but numbers will be strictly limited to foster a more informal discussion.

With the format being proposed, there is expected to be a higher level of interaction and potential networking between the members attending the event.

NEXT EVENT: NHS Developments - 29th March 2012

WATCH THIS SPACE for more information and details of how to reserve a place.

Details of our first event are below - however please note that this date is FULLY BOOKED:

Fitting Social Media into your Research Mix
January 25th 2012 – 5-8pm World One Studios, 11 Weymouth Street, London W1W 6DD

Format for the meeting:
Kick-off with “Ice breaker exercise” in smaller groups
Key questions related to the topic will be proposed for discussion in smaller groups
- Smaller group feedback to the whole group
Expert Perspective: Dr. Jessica Santos, WorldOne
- Follow up questions
Networking

How to book: Simply email us: admin@bhbia.org.uk by 11th January, stating your name and company. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and we will email you to confirm your place and to provide directions to the venue. There will be no charge for attendance but numbers will be strictly limited to foster a more informal discussion.  In addition, places will initially be restricted to one person per organisation, with pharma company and agency quotas to ensure broad representation and a good mix of delegates. 
Please let us know as soon as possible if you have to cancel, so that your place can be given to someone else (we’ll keep a waiting list if the event is oversubscribed).