A School of Thought Partner

School of Thought supported our Corporate Partner Vizion at Vizion Kinetic in the Telford International Exhibition Centre, which brought together over 1,000 attendees based both nationally and internationally from bodyshops, insurers, vehicle manufacturers and industry professionals, making this the perfect event to jump-start new connections and rekindle old ones.

Kinetic showcased The Vizion Network and the industry, providing the opportunity to connect, learn and be part of the future, showcasing the industry of today and what we can expect tomorrow and continue to be part of something very special, combined with 80 plus exhibitions, live demonstrations, lots of tech, vehicles and a packed conference with great presentations and insights

Our School of Thought stand was busy for the whole two days meeting old and new friends to showcase our Legacy programme to the Vizion Network of repairers and the wider collision industry.

The School of Thought India Foundation is all set up and ready to go with the mechanical, body and paint curriculum, courses, college and equipment all in place.

The 25 students have all enrolled and raring to go.

All we need now is to raise £5k for the tutors to deliver the courses.

School of Thought have created the curriculum and course content with the help of Paul Sewell from Chesterfield College and had virtual meetings with the department of education in the Tiptur region and the tutors.

We have had meetings during visits to Dubai in 2021 and 2022 with Mr Guru Nonavenakere who is originally from the Tiptur region and is in a senior role with the Dubai Ministry of Transport and together we have created the programme.

A Just Giving crowdfunding page has been created to reach out to the industry to give just a little to help launch this unique programme which when it is successful could be introduced into the India Schools curriculum helping thousands of young students into careers in the automotive sector. (see below) https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ schoolofthoughtindiafoundation

All we can do is keep trying and making this project work in India, means it could work anywhere so if anyone would like to help just a little, please scan the QR code or use the link to donate.

Creating a truly inclusive industry means understanding applicants from many sectors including disabled applicants.

School of Thought have developed a personal profile document for people with disabilities to use to inform potential employers of their abilities.

This also includes a simple to understand brochure for employers enabling them to understand the abilities of the applicant and adjustments that might need to be implemented.

Created by our in-house expert Susan Allan we believe it will make it easier for employers and applicants.

This information will be available very soon on our new website.