Conference 2022: Be Your Unique You!

It’s that time of year…

“For what?” we hear you cry?

It’s only our first face-to-face conference and celebration since 2019!

So, as you can probably guess, there’s a lot going on behind the scenes and we definitely don’t want to spoil any surprises! So, we’re not going to give away too much straight away. But in this blog you’ll find everything you need to know for Conference 2022 right now – and don’t forget to go here to tell us if you’re coming, your accommodation and food requirements and so on.

So, without further ado, drum roll please …

#BeYourUniqueYou!

What does that mean?

It’s simple: Be your best you!

Come wearing whatever makes you feel comfortable! If that means getting dressed up to the nines in your flamingo pink posh frock or tuxedo, do it and turn up looking fabulous. If you prefer casual, go for it and feel relaxed. Traditional cultural attire such as kilts, dashikis, saris and salwar kameez are all welcome!

#BeYourUniqueYou and join the party in an outfit you just love wearing and we really do mean that. This year, what is important is being together, the opportunity to meet in-person and celebrate together as colleagues.

It’s the ultimate “come as you are” party!

Essential Details

CLICK HERE to find out more about our venue in Nottingham, The Orchard Hotel.

Confirm Your Attendance 👇

Conference attendance is mandatory for all P3 staff, but we do need to know if you have any personal or dietary requirements to ensure you can enjoy the day and have total peace of mind about the arrangements.

Do take two minutes to confirm your attendance by clicking here and let us know if you will be staying on for the evening celebrations, if you need a hotel room and if you have any dietary or access requirements.

Award Nominations

As usual, we’ll be looking for nominations for teams, colleagues and leaders who have inspired you and who you know deserve wider recognition for their dedication to the people we work alongside and their teams.

These awards recognise pride in every aspect of working for P3. The passion, commitment and drive of nominees should be without parallel.

Without further ado…

The Kim Whitsey Award for the Best Frontline Leader

Kim Whitsey’s colleagues were heartbroken when she passed away earlier this year. She was the Service Manager for the Huntington Floating Support and was known for her loyalty, passion, kindness and wisdom. This new award is being established in her memory to honour a manager, coordinator or leader who embodies her fun spirit and dedication to the people we work alongside.

Frontline Team of the Year

This team is an inspiration to us all. They pull together and truly make a difference, valuing each person for what they bring to the group effort.

Behind the Frontline Leader Award

Not all roles at P3 are highly visible, but this leader is crucial to the work that we do. This leader will work in a non-support role, they will be an unsung champion, who regularly goes above and beyond and ensures colleagues receive the best possible service!

Behind the Frontline Team of the Year

This is for a team who work in a non-support role whose strength, unity and gusto keeps P3 moving forwards. We simply would not be able to function without them! Their work holds up the organisation and enables our support teams to go about their daily tasks.

Rising Star

This is to recognise a new colleague who has been working at P3 for less than one year. This person will have been exceptional in their professional growth and development, already making a positive impact in the lives of the people we work alongside.

Above and Beyond

Every person at P3 brings something unique to their role, but this person is remarkable and thinks nothing of going ‘above and beyond’ what is expected of them. It’s just who they are!

Mandy Griffin ‘People First’ Award

This is an award for our most compassionate colleague who always acts as a champion for the people we work alongside and has a wicked sense of humour too, just like Mandy of course!

See the next section for travel information to the venue.

Any questions? Feel free to contact Comms with any Conference-related queries on Conference2022@p3charity.org

By car

Take junction 25 off the M1 and get on to the A52 towards Nottingham. The nearest campus entrance to the hotel is the West Entrance. Follow Beeston Lane once you are on campus.

Satnav postcode: NG7 2RJ

Please note: In the unlikely event that the hotel car park is full, and you have to make use of the on-street parking within the campus, do go to the hotel reception where you will be able to obtain a permit so you can park free of charge.

By train

The most convenient train station for onward travel to the hotel is the main Nottingham station. This offers the simplest route for anyone travelling by train from outside of Nottingham, as you will just take the tram.

National Express coaches also go to Nottingham and stop next to the train station.

From Nottingham:

The tram stop is a minute’s walk from the train station, down Station Street. Take the tram towards Toton Lane and get off at University Boulevard (six stops, see map below).

From there it is a (rather pretty!) 15-minute walk through the campus to the hotel.

Alternatively, it’s a short walk from Nottingham train station to Friar Lane, where you can get the i4 bus towards Sandiacre, towards Wollaton Park Gates (stop UN17).

Again, it is a short walk to the hotel from this stop.

From Beeston:

If you’re local and familiar with the area, it is about a half-hour walk from Beeston station to the hotel.

You can also take a ten-minute walk to Beeston Centre where you can catch the Indigo bus to West Gate (stop UN01), which is a 12-minute walk from the hotel or alternatively, you can take the tram two stops from Beeston centre to University Boulevard and walk from there (take the tram heading for Hucknall).