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The MCA Communications Committee are meeting for the second time this year on Tuesday 14th May 2019 where they will discuss key issues in the consulting industry and help guide and shape the MCA communications activity. We look forward to welcoming guest speaker Adam Parsons, Sky News Business Correspondent, who covers UK and...

MCA Associate Member, The Openside Group, are hosting two training sessions for SMEs on Business Development and Storytelling titled 'Representing the Firm'. The training sessions will be delivered via two events at the MCA Offices in the City. We recommend that you attend both sessions as otherwise you will only...

The MCA's SME Committee and Source Global Leadership are combining forces to bring this roundtable to MCA SME members. Attendees will begin the session by hearing from recent MCA Awards 2019 winners Carnall Farrar, who took home the trophy for Best Use of Thought Leadership for their project with IPPR....

To mark the release of the 2019 MCA Annual Industry Report, the MCA are hosting a briefing session on Tuesday 16th July, joined by guest speakers and a panel of experts. Please note, spaces are limited to one individual per firm, so please do nominate where appropriate. Programme: 18:00 –...

The MCA will be hosting the next SME Group meeting on Monday 9 September, 11:00 - 13:00 at the MCA offices. Two representatives from the Crown Commercial Service will be in attendance and provide a briefing for attendees on how best to work with government.

The MCA are hosting two free of charge MCA Awards masterclass sessions led by expert judges from the independent judging panel. With years of knowledge and experience of the MCA Awards process, the judges will offer support to firms and individuals preparing for both project and individual entries for 2020....

The MCA Communications Committee are meeting for the third time this year on Tuesday 10th September 2019 where they will discuss key issues in the consulting industry and help guide and shape the MCA communications activity. The guest speaker will be Leyla Boulton, Special Reports Editor at the Financial Times. Leyla...

The MCA are hosting two free of charge MCA Awards masterclass sessions led by expert judges from the independent judging panel. With years of knowledge and experience of the MCA Awards process, the judges will offer support to firms and individuals preparing for both project and individual entries for 2020....

The MCA Council is the Association’s governing body. Each member company is represented on the Council by its nominated representative, normally a senior partner or equivalent in the consulting practice. The next council meeting will be held at Arcadis on the Wednesday 13 November 2019. Please RSVP to lorraine.nicolson@mca.org.uk. If...

This event is sponsored by Deltek. The MCA is holding a 'Future of Talent, Diversity & Inclusion' event aimed at senior leaders and HR professionals within member firms. This event will be moderated by BBC Radio 4 Presenter, Justin Webb, include guest speaker, Ann Francke, CEO of the CMI, and...

The MCA are offering a virtual workshop session, hosted by MCA President Howard Scott, PwC, for all member firms focusing on emerging good practice to virtual working; If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to MCA members and...

The MCA are offering a virtual workshop session, hosted by Nadun Muthukumarana, Deloitte, focusing on Managing client relationships during disruption brought about by Coronavirus. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to MCA members and Associate Members ONLY,...

The MCA Council is the Association’s governing body. Each member company is represented on the Council by its nominated representative, normally a senior partner or equivalent in the consulting practice. If you are unable to attend, please appoint another representative.

MCA COVID-19 Session 3- The MCA are offering a virtual workshop session, hosted by David Bailey, focusing on keeping the Consulting projects and sales pipeline moving during disruption brought about by Coronavirus. Read about David Bailey If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below....

Join MCA member firm EY, as they host an online workshop session focused on discussing the current government support packages in response to COVID-19 If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to MCA members and Associate Members ONLY, please...

A chance to hear from some of our leading economists (Nick Forrest, PwC and Debapratim De, Deloitte) on the economic shock, the profile of recovery and the longer term implications. If you would like to attend this session, please register by scrolling down to the link below. This virtual event...

Join the MCA for an online session on Building emotional resilience and coping in demanding times. Hosted by Roberta Carter (PwC) and Jeanette Pratt (Leadership Coach), the workshop will focus on practical tips and sharing best practises on managing mental well-being whilst social distancing. If you would like to attend...

hosted by Phil Walker This workshop will discuss the activities that will engender loyalty and reward long after this crisis dissipates. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to MCA members and Associate Members ONLY, please use your...

Hosted by Charles Newhouse (BAE Systems Applies Intelligence) and Mark Bilney (Gobeyond Partners). Exploring the etiquette and psychology of remote collaboration/ meetings. Having rolled out a lot of remote working technologies in the past, many organisations never adequately trained staff beyond functionally on how to use them. Most working relationships...

Hosted by Nigel Slater (KPMG) and Gitte Ganderup (Arca Blanca), This workshop will focusing on protecting the pipeline and potential areas for future client assistance during disruption brought about by Coronavirus. This virtual workshop is for MCA Member Firms and Associate Members only. If you would like to attend this...

Finding balance, happiness and success can feel like a day-to-day battle at the moment, particularly while we are in isolation at home. And the key – when things go awry – is to keep resetting, especially at the moment. Join well-being champion Suki Thompson and mental health expert David Beeney...

Hosted by David Freedman (Huthwaite International) Post shock, we understand that many businesses still need to work and still need to sell – they just have to do it in new and different ways. What are those ways? People are getting used to working and learning virtually, so what happens...

Getting the message and the tone right is more important than ever during this challenging time. Hear from PR and marketing experts from across our sector. Jamie Harley, Head of Media Relations at PwC, JT Joseph, Head of Marketing, Carnall Farrar and Robin Harrison, Marketing Director at Gobeyond Partners discuss...

We recognise that people have a lot going on to respond to this crisis but fundamentally peoples routines have changed. Hosted by the the Gap Partnership this workshop will focus on 5 things you can be doing while working from home to improve and maximise your negotiations. If you would...

Join Jacqueline Stein, Partner at Korn Ferry as she discusses how to lead your team virtually and deliver across the organisation. She will also look at on mindset shift and what leaders need to harness to get the best from their team whilst working in this disruption. This virtual workshop...

Join the MCA for an online workshop on using positive psychology to build resilience in demanding times. Hosted by Jeanette Pratt (Leadership Coach), the workshop will focus on what positive psychology is and why we need it. It will also look at how we can adopt 5 transforming habits for...

Join the MCA for a briefing with Simon Jack where he will discuss the business impact of COVID -19 and interview a few of our member firms. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to MCA members ONLY,...

Hosted by Greg Bradley (Arcadis) and Sayeh Ghanbari (EY) this workshop will discuss keeping infrastructure projects moving and the impact brought on by COVID-19. This virtual workshop is for MCA Member Firms and Associate Members only. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below using your...

A chance to hear from some of our leading economists Nick Forrest (PwC) and Filippo Gaddo (Arup) as they discuss their predictions for the upcoming months and answer any questions. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to...

Join the MCA for a briefing and Q and A session with the Chief Economist of the Bank of England, Andy Haldane. Andy Haldane will be answering MCA members key questions about the economic outlook for the UK, the Bank’s response to COVID 19 and recent policy measures. If you...

The way we engage, communicate, and collaborate with our peers, colleagues, and partners has radically changed. How we engage our customers and build relationships needs to be different as well. What does customer engagement look like when face to face is no longer enough? Join MCA Associate Member Deltek for...

Hear from consultants across Europe on how they have been assisting clients as the lockdowns have lifted in different countries. Eric Falque Chairman of Feaco the European Federation of Management Consultancies Associations and also partner at Bearing Point will be joined by Manuel Giralt Herrero (EY) from Spain. This workshop...

Understanding the mind of the buyer and implications for behaviour; Brand and Differentiation; and Introduction to Storytelling MCA SME Session 1 Webinar Overview - Hosted by MCA Associate Member The Openside Group. Designed specifically for SME Member firms, the session will begin by exploring the many issues prospective clients consider...

Your Firm’s Story, Critical Conversations and POV MCA SME Webinar Session 2 Overview - Hosted by Associate Member The Openside Group.  Following on from Session 1, having gained a deeper understanding of the psychology behind the client’s buying process and principles of Differentiation and Storytelling, participants will have the opportunity...

Dynamics noun, forces or properties which stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process In this webinar we will look at the forces or properties of Covid19 on the growth, development and change of the professional services sector.    Specifically, we will explore the effect of Covid19 on value...

To mark the release of the 2020 MCA Annual Industry Report, the MCA are hosting a briefing session on Wednesday 1 July 2020. Please note, spaces are limited to one individual per firm, so please do nominate where appropriate.

As the recently published MCA Annual Industry Report showed an increasing number of consulting firms are introducing apprenticeship schemes and the number of apprentices in MCA member firms doubled last year. Join this online briefing to find out more about the schemes and to hear from government officials on the...

This MCA online workshop focuses on productivity and future ways of working, hosted by business editor Simon Jack. Join guest speakers Laura Hinton, PwC, Dr Marcin Remarczyk, Cognizant Consulting , Vikram Jain, JCURV and Edward Taylor, Digital Workplace Group as they discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on productivity in...

The MCA are hosting two MCA Awards masterclass sessions led by expert judges from the independent judging panel. With years of knowledge and experience of the MCA Awards process, the judges will offer support to firms and individuals preparing for both project and individual entries for 2021. These workshops are...

Join the MCA and experts from MCA Member firms EY, BearingPoint, Arcadis and Vendigital as they discuss the impact COVID has had on supply chains, the current stresses and challenges and a look to the future. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below....

The MCA is pleased to invite MCA Members to attend this online briefing with Ben Page, CEO of Ipsos MORI as he discusses the latest research and opinions regarding the UKs COVID-19 recovery followed by a Q&A session. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the...

The MCA are hosting two MCA Awards masterclass sessions led by expert judges from the independent judging panel. With years of knowledge and experience of the MCA Awards process, the judges will offer support to firms and individuals preparing for both project and individual entries for 2021. These workshops are...

The MCA will be joined by Helen Dickinson, CEO of the British Retail Consortium, as we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the retail sector, and a look to the future for the industry, followed by a Q&A with MCA Members. If you would like to attend this session, please...

Join guest speakers, Chris Dean (DMW Group) and Martin Wassell (Chaucer) as they share their experiences on Private Equity. This workshop will look at  reasons a consultancy firm might decide to go down the route of private equity investment and the options that are available when searching.  The speakers will...

Join Global Head of Brexit for Financial Services, Andrew Gray (PwC) and UK Trade Strategy and Brexit Leader, Sally Jones (EY) as they discuss Brexit and next steps. If you would like to attend this session, please register via the link below. This virtual event is open to MCA members...

The MCA Council is the Association’s governing body. Each member company is represented on the Council by its nominated representative, normally a senior partner or equivalent in the consulting practice. If you are unable to attend, please appoint another representative.

The MCA will be hosting a virtual launch event on Monday 30th November, 12:00-13:30, hosted by BBC Chief Presenter, Maryam Moshiri. Our key note speaker will be, Head of Consulting at Deloitte Anne-Marie Malley. We will then have a panel of guests including Gita Singham-Willis of Cadence Innova, Noeleen Cowley...

Join the MCA for an online workshop discussing the challenges and best practices for bringing in new talent, supporting graduates and new starters with training whilst working remotely and practical tips on how to manage the induction process If you would like to attend this session, please register via the...

The MCA will be joined by Kemi Badenoch: Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury and Minister for Equalities on Wednesday 13th January 1400 - 1445. This online event is for MCA Council, Public Sector Working Group, Infrastructure Working Group and Diversity & Inclusion Working Group Members only. To find out more...

Join event host BBC Radio 4 Presenter Justin Webb and guest speaker Chris Giles, Economics Editor for the Financial Times at this MCA panel event to mark the release of the 2021 MCA Annual Member Survey on Wednesday 20th January 2021. Joining us for the MCA Member panel discussion will...

The MCA will be joined by the Prime Minister’s Chief Strategic Advisor, Sir Edward Lister on Tuesday 19th January 2021 1230 - 1315. Sir Edward will discuss the main priorities for business recovery, the UK government’s priorities and some of the challenges they are looking to address, followed by a...

As we work and live through yet another national lockdown the mental well being of staff continues to be a high priority for firms across our industry with many employees facing isolation, juggling responsibilities and working on critical national projects . The human impact of this pandemic continues to be...

This event will focus on sharing best practice of how to manage the gap in careers and what policies firms should adopt. We’ll hear from MCA members and individuals for advice from an employer perspective and also hear an employee view on how to approach a career break or a...

The MCA will be joined by Andrew Haines, Chief Executive at Network Rail for the first in a series of Infrastructure webinars with leading figures from the Infrastructure sector.  Andrew Haines will be talking about the impact of the pandemic on the rail sector, how transformation projects are evolving as...

Secretary of State for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy The Rt Hon Kwasi Kwarteng MP will be joining us as a guest speaker at the MCA AGM and Council meeting, The MCA Council is the Association’s governing body. Each member company is represented on the Council by its nominated representative,...

The MCA SME Group will be joined by guest speaker Rob Garner from Garwood Solutions as he offers advice and guidance to SMEs to streamline and enhance efficiency in their operations and how to maximise this to support them as they grow.  Guest speakers from our membership include Bev Evans,...

This MCA workshop is aimed at one senior representative per member firm to share challenges and best practice for the return to office working in June. We will be joined by Nadun Muthukumurana MCA President and Partner at Deloitte, Lucy Jefferys Cognitive Process Transformation Leader UKI at IBM, Sue Saikia...

Join us for the ChMC event to celebrate the launch of the new Chartered Management Consultant Award, the first ever professional award for management consultants.  This is our ground-breaking initiative delivered in partnership with the CMI, supporting consultants to achieve professional accreditation for high standards of quality. Hear from our...

The MCA will be joined by Alan Morton, Managing Director at SBR Consulting and Matthew Neale Chief Commercial Officer at Credera for this online workshop providing practical tips and insight gathered on the following topics Build the foundations of virtual sales success. Build trust based relationships at a distance. Gain...

As we begin to transition out of lockdown and into a new way of working, the mental wellbeing of staff continues to be a high priority for firms across our industry. The human impact of this pandemic continues to be a major focus for leaders and in this session, you...

Join guest speakers Paul Pugh from Mason Advisory, Chris Robson from Akeso & Co, Chris Dean from Credera and Dave Yip from KPMG as they share their experiences and advice on how SMEs can develop partnerships to benefit their business and enhance their growth. This virtual event is part of...

MCA Member Senior Leaders and HR Directors are invited to join the MCA for a session discussing and sharing best practices on inclusive performance reviews with guest speakers Roberta Carter, Head of People at PwC, Caroline Cooke, Associate Consultant at North Highland, Irene Molodtsov CEO at Sia Partners and Jacqueline...

Guest Speakers Clare Gibbs OBE Director, Sourcing Programme and Matthew Browne, Cabinet Office, Deputy Director of the Outsourcing Programme from the Cabinet office will join the MCA Public Sector Working Group meeting to give feedback on the next steps around the implementation of the Consultancy Playbook and hear feedback from...

Join guest speakers Andy Woodfield, Partner at PwC, Cynthia Bell, Senior Planner at Propaganda and Simon Lipscomb, Sales and Marketing Director at Efficio and as they share their advice and best practices on how to build and market your brand to help raise your company profile and increase your pipeline....

Commissioning Editor from the Financial Times, Maxine Kelly will be joining the MCA Communications Committee as a guest speaker at their upcoming meeting in September. Invitations have already been circulated to the Communications Committee members, if you would like more information about this group please email caroline.florence@mca.org.uk The MCA Communications...

This online workshop will provide advice and insight from medium sized members that have been on a journey to grow their business from small to medium, they will be sharing their experiences and best practices. Guest speaker Rob Garner from Garwood Solutions for will be joined by Steve Watmough from...

The MCA Annual Industry Report 2021 included more data than ever before on how our industry is performing on Diversity and Inclusion.  Collecting data on D and I from across the employment cycle is vital to driving business improvements. Most powerfully, publicly setting and reporting on key diversity indicators is...

The MCA is hosting another online workshop focusing on mental wellbeing. We’ll hear from guest speaker Neil Shah, Founder of the Stress Management Society as well as speakers from our member firms, Roman Podolczuk, Associate Partner at IBM and Hannah Farrar, Chief Executive at Carnall Farrar. We'll be sharing the best practice...

In light of recent tragic events on UK streets, the MCA is hosting an online workshop discussing the ways in which member firms are supporting and ensuring that staff feel safe while traveling to or for work. We'll hear the views of young consultants on this topic as well as...

Chris Giles, Economics Editor for the Financial Times will join MCA council members for part of this biannual council meeting.  The MCA Council is the Association’s governing body. Each member company is represented on the Council by its nominated representative, normally a senior partner or equivalent in the consulting practice....

Join the MCA and CMI for an online workshop aimed at any Management Consultancy firms considering starting the process to have their in-house training programmes accredited for Chartered and would like to find out more as well as firms who are already engaged but not yet on contract. CMI will...

Speakers from across the MCA SME group will share their experiences and best practice on how to boost and maintain your sales pipeline. This virtual event is part of a series of workshops specifically focusing on providing best practice and advice for our SME group members. This virtual event is...

The MCA Public Sector Working Group will be joined by Sarah Orchard, Category Lead for Consultancy at the MoD. She will be discussing consultancy strategy in the MoD and as well as answer questions from MCA Members. Invitations have already been circulated to the Public Sector Working Group members, if...

The MCA will be joined by Government Chief Commercial Officer Gareth Rhys Williams for a briefing specifically for SME sized consultancy firms (up to 250 employees) on the value of the Chartered Management Consultant Award in the Public Sector. This online briefing is open to all MCA and Non-MCA SME...

The MCA Public Sector Working Group will be joined by guest speaker Janet Baker, Executive Director Government Consultancy Hub at the Cabinet Office. Janet will provide feedback on the government consultancy playbook as well as hear the views of MCA members. Invitations have already been circulated to the Public Sector...

The MCA Public Sector Working Group will be joined by guest speaker Dr Philip Orumwense CBE, Commercial Director and Chief Technology Procurement Officer at the Crown Commercial Services. Dr Orumwense will provide feedback and answer MCA Member questions regarding digital frameworks. Invitations have already been circulated to the Public Sector...

The MCA will be joined by Lee Rowley MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State in the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy at this MCA AGM & Council Meeting. The Minister will provide a short update and briefing and will answer MCA Council Member questions. The MCA Council is...

The MCA Public Sector Working Group will be joined by Matthew Browne, Deputy Director for Outsourcing at the Cabinet Office, to discuss a proposed update to the Government’s Consultancy Playbook and answer questions from MCA Members. Invitations have already been circulated to the Public Sector Working Group members, if you...

The guest speaker for the next MCA Communications Committee will be the Chief Business Correspondent for The Times, Louisa Clarence-Smith. Louisa will talk about the recent changes in the business team at The Times, her new role and the areas she will be covering as well as an overview of...

Attend this online SME workshop to hear from leading external speakers on how to use customer market research and LinkedIn to boost the profile of your firm. Emma Payne from EVP Marketing will give top tips on the steps you need to take when positioning your firm publicly. We'll also...

Join us for an MCA Awards 2022 briefing session to help to provide practical guidance on the upcoming MCA Awards digital interviews. Hear from MCA Awards judge Bev Thanker-Fell and Tamzen Isacsson as they provide tips, advice and give further insight. This session will focus on: Practical guidance for the...

This event provides an opportunity for senior leaders to meet face to face and discuss some strategic business topics that challenge CEOs of SME consulting firms. This event is an MCA SME Member only event and invitations have already been circulated to SME CEO Member firms. If you would like...

The MCA Public Sector Working Group will be meeting to discuss the latest developments in government and the publication of the recent Consultancy Playbook. We will be joined for part of the meeting by officials from the Crown Commercial Service for their regular updates and Janet Baker from the Cabinet...

With the job market currently more fluid than it has ever been in the sector, the importance of recruiting diverse talent and creating inclusive organisations has never been clearer. The MCA Diversity & Inclusion Toolkit aims to help member firms improve the design and implementation of their D&I strategies and...

The MCA will be joined by guest speaker Jacqui Rock, Chief Commercial Officer for NHS England for an update on the priorities for government this winter and the commercial strategy for the NHS. Ally Robson, Head of NECS Consultancy and Chair of the MCA Health Sector Working Group will lead...

Council leaders from across 80 member firms will be attending the upcoming bi-annual MCA Council meeting which will take place at EY’s offices in Central London. This meeting is a chance for leaders to come together for an update from the Management Consultancies Association as well as to hear from...

Join the MCA for an online workshop focusing on how best to collect data on diversity and inclusion from across the employment cycle. This event will aim to provide members with the best practice, advice, and support for collecting data in this area as they look to achieve their diversity...