Mentoring Social

Sponsored By American Airlines, Amex GBT, Direct Travel, British Airways, United Airlines, easyJet, BCD Travel, Qatar Airways


Mentoring Social

Join us for the FREE ITM Mentoring Social, a relaxed and informal evening designed to bring together mentors, mentees, and the wider ITM mentoring community.
 
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow participants in a friendly, social setting.
 
Whether you’re new to the programme or an existing participant, this event offers the chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and celebrate the power of mentoring.

Note: This event has a limited capacity! Book now to avoid disappointment! 
 
We look forward to welcoming you!

Partners & Sponsors

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Title Sponsor

American Airlines

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

Amex GBT

edyn Group

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BCD Travel

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

British Airways

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

Direct Travel

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

easyJet

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

Qatar Airways

edyn Group

Title Sponsor

United Airlines

Venue

Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences

About Venue

Address

51 Buckingham Gate Suites And Residences, London, England, SW1E 6AF

London, Greater London, United Kingdom, SW1E 6AF

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Registration Fee
ITM Mentoring Ticket Free
Registration Closes

Tuesday Dec 02, 2025

12:00 PM Europe/London
Event Time

Thursday Dec 04, 2025

6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Europe/London
Venue

Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences

London

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