An Evening with CUFC: ARU graduates' careers in the sport industry

Thu Nov 27 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC+00:00

Anglia Ruskin University | Cambridge

Anglia Ruskin University - Community Engagement
Publisher/HostAnglia Ruskin University - Community Engagement
An Evening with CUFC: ARU graduates' careers in the sport industry
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Join Dr Harley-Jean Simpson and guests for a revealing insight into the careers of former ARU graduates in the sport industry
About this Event

An Evening with CUFC: ARU graduates' careers in the sport industry


Join us for the third instalment of An Evening with CUFC, hosted by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), as we celebrate the inspiring journeys of ARU graduates who have built successful careers in football and sport.

The discussion will be hosted by Dr Harley Jean Simpson, Senior Lecturer at ARU, who will guide the conversation through themes of leadership, career development, and the transferable skills that connect higher education with the football and wider sport industries.


🎤 Meet the Panel
  • Nick Tyler Hicks – Head of Recruitment, Cambridge United
  • Janet Mills – Head of HR, Cambridge United
  • Tasha Collins – Operations Manager, Cambridge United Foundation
  • Andrew Gleave – General Manager, David Lloyd Cambridge

💬 What to Expect
  • Insights into career pathways from university to the professional football sector
  • Behind-the-scenes perspectives on working at a professional football club
  • The role of sport in community engagement and wellbeing
  • Lessons in leadership, teamwork, and resilience beyond the pitch


This free event is open to all, offering a unique opportunity to hear directly from professionals shaping the future of football—on and off the pitch.

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Anglia Ruskin University, East Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom

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