“The programme is offered at heavily subsidised rates thanks to Rise AV's partners and sponsors”

UK - Rise AV, the advocacy group championing gender diversity and professional development in the AV sector, has announced the launch of the Elevate Programme, a leadership accelerator designed exclusively to ‘fast-track the careers of mid-level women professionals working in AV, residential AV, and live events sectors’.

Following the success of the inaugural Rise AV Mentoring Programme, which demonstrated the tangible impact of targeted support and community-building, the Elevate Programme marks the next strategic step in empowering women to take on senior leadership roles across the AV industry.

Running from October to December 2025, this intensive six-week hybrid programme blends virtual and in-person sessions, real-world leadership challenges, and group mentorship from senior AV leaders. Limited to 35 delegates across the UK, the Elevate Programme is designed for women currently in management roles, managing teams and aspiring to transition into senior roles. Whether in engineering, marketing, sales, project management, HR, finance, consulting, or events production, all women in the AV ecosystem are encouraged to apply. Applications are welcome from individuals or their employers.

Valued at over £3,000, the programme is offered at heavily subsidised rates thanks to Rise AV's partners and sponsors.

Sponsors include Audiologic, Diversified, Midwich, AV User Group, Shure, Epson, iiyama, Yorktel, Faye Bennett Consultancy Services, LTSMG, Unicol, Nuvias UC, Uniguest, Peerless AV, Hewshott, Exertis, Kinly, proAV and Woop Jobs!.

"We are building something truly transformational, not just for the women who participate, but for the businesses they will go on to lead, and the AV industry they will help redefine,” said Rachael Hamilton, managing director of Rise AV.

Applications are open until 31 July 2025, with selections notified in early August. To learn more and apply, visit: https://rise-av.com/elevate-programme


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