9th, January 2015

Teesside Society of Chartered Accountants help raise £5,850 for High Tide

At a recent Dinner hosted by the Teesside Society of Chartered Accountants a sum of £5,850 was raised on the night from donations by attendees and a generous match Funding by Barclays Bank.

Events, Industry Insight

Kevin Shakesheff , Chairman of both Casper Shipping Ltd and the Charity Foundation High Tide gave an insight into the global commercial shipping industry , plus a brief talk about the Somali Pirate situation over the last 10 years, to an audience of more than 200 Chartered Accountants and their guests.

Kevin completed his speech explaining the activities and success of the High Tide Foundation which has had a major influence with Teesside schools and local shipping Industry, and has been endorsed by Prince Charles.’

The Trustees of High Tide wish to express their sincere thanks to the Teesside Society of the Chartered Accountants and Barclays Bank.’

Kevin Shakesheff - Teesside Society of the Chartered Accountants

 

Kevin Shakesheff - Teesside Society of the Chartered Accountants

Kevin Shakesheff - Teesside Society of the Chartered Accountants

33,500

Students supported since 2012
with life-changing industry-led work experience programmes and enrichment events

28,000

Hours of engagement with employers
connecting students directly with people in various job roles for real-life career experiences

750

Business members involved
from a range of sectors who co-designed and delivered our industry-led career programmes

"“This has been so educational, not only for the students but also the teachers; I had no idea of what really went on down here. This is great knowledge that I can take back with me and share with the other colleagues and students.”"

Teacher, Middlesbrough

""It was very informative and was definitely worth every minute. The speakers and staff were very kind and helped us all build a better understanding of the world of engineering. This was an insight I doubt I could have gotten anywhere else.""

Year 7 Student, Redcar

"“I am grateful for the help and life changing experience High Tide have gave me and believe that I wouldn’t have got this chance anywhere else. I believe that without high tide I would have never received or had an opportunity to gain valuable experience and knowledge”"

Year 6 Student, Middlesbrough

"“My experience with High Tide provided me with amazing opportunities and allowed me to meet very influential people who have helped me to gain confidence as well as skills I will take with me for the rest of my life.""

Year 6 Student, Middlesbrough

"Start to finish there was loads of enthusiasm from the employees and the students! Really fun to be a part of this!"

Age 17, 5-day VWEX (Engineering)

"I enjoyed the work experience, I learnt new skills on how to write my CV and what employers look for."

Age 13, Discovery day (Employability)

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Casper Shipping
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