------ Welcome\, London R Users! ------

Welcome back!

As before, the event will be brought to you by Datacove. We are a Data and Analytics Consultancy Team based in Brighton, with experience in founding many well-attended R & Python events. Plus, home of the EARL Conference! We work across multiple streams - from marketing and customer analytics, to bespoke dashboards, process automation, and training! :)

We will be supported by the generous team, organised by Valerio Ficcadenti, at London Southbank University, in Elephant and Castle, London. Hosted by Abbie Brookes and Jeremy Horne from Datacove.

------ Talk One ------

For our first talk, we are thrilled to be hosting Matthew Thomas, Director of Insight and Improvement at British Red Cross. Matt began his career working as a Senior Application Analyst at Alzheimer's Society, before venturing into a Lead Researcher at British Red Cross and excelling into Acting Director of Insight.

Matthew will be sharing his talk with us, 'Where data meets disaster: A journey through the British Red Cross’ Humaniverse'. Matthew goes on to explain: "The ‘Humaniverse’ is a suite of R packages produced by the British Red Cross’s data scientists for sharing humanitarian data and tools. Open data and analyses are vital for 21st Century humanitarianism and these packages have transformed the speed and scale at which we can provide answers about emerging and ongoing humanitarian crises in the UK."

------ Talk Two ------

Secondly, we have the pleasure of being joined by Guy Hancox, Head of Data and Analytics at People's Partnership. Guy began his career working as a Pricing Manager at Mercury Communications Limited, later working for companies such as BT, O2, Regus, Waitrose, Knight Frank and The Kite Factory - with experience as a Head of Department or Manager for over 10 years, Guy has had vast experience in Data and Analytics.

Guy's talk will be covering, 'Data Strategy - 10 Things I Have Learnt Not to Do.' Expanding, the talk will discuss 10 (or thereabout) key lessons Guy has learnt over the years while watching things go horribly wrong. Not one to be missed!

------ Timing Information ------

6pm: Arrival and greetings from our team. 6:15pm: Food and drinks are served while networking. 6:40pm: Introduction to the event commences. 6:45pm: Talks commence. 8:00pm: Talks conclude. 8:10pm: Networking continues. 8:30pm: Event moves to the local pub.

------ Catering Information ------

Our event relies heavily on sponsorship from companies that attend. In July, we are grateful to Fathom Data to sponsoring the food below. Please contact the organisers or [email protected] to get involved.

What to expect: light buffet & finger style nibbles with vegan, vegetarian and meat options. Tap water also provided.

Please feel comfortable to bring your own snacks and drinks in.

------ Arrival Instructions ------

Please read the instructions carefully below due to there being multiple LSBU buildings.

Arrive at the London Southbank University Business Building on Borough Road. The room code is Floor One, Learning Lounge. Our staff will be inside the entrance to greet you.

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Please feel free to register guests and spread the word. We look forward to seeing you all again!