The Training Department has announced a new venue collaboration with Excel London, one of the UK’s leading international venues, marking a significant step forward in specialist training for the live events and production industry.
The new initiative reflects a shared commitment to professional development, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration within an ever-evolving sector. By combining The Training Department’s specialist training expertise with Excel’s world-class facilities, the collaboration aims to create an exceptional learning environment for both current and emerging production professionals.
As live productions continue to grow in scale and complexity, access to high-quality, practical training delivered within real-world venues is increasingly vital. Hosting courses at Excel will provide learners with first-hand insight into the operational realities of large-scale venues, helping to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
The first course delivered as part of the collaboration will be Health & Safety for Production Managers, taking place at Excel on 24 February. The course is designed specifically for professionals working across corporate events and live experiences, equipping them with the practical knowledge and confidence required to manage safety effectively in complex production environments.
Joe Chilvers, Founder of The Training Department, said: “Today’s announcement represents exactly the kind of collaboration our industry needs. Working with a venue of Excel’s calibre allows us to deliver training in an environment that truly reflects the scale, ambition, and professionalism of modern production management.”
James Rees, Excel’s Executive Director, said: “Here at Excel, we’re always keen to support both current and the next generation of event professionals, so we’re delighted to be collaborating with The Training Department. There’s no better way to learn than from real-world environments, and with 400 events every year at Excel – from major international congresses to bespoke, intimate meetings – there’s so much for the attendees to learn and experience.”
Katy Gough, Senior Account Manager at Excel London, added: “All of the Excel team are looking forward to working closely with Joe and The Training Department to help inspire and develop future talent within the industry.”
Founded by the team behind The Production Department, The Training Department delivers tailored, practical skills training for the next generation of Production Managers working in corporate events and live experiences. Its mission is to set, maintain, and continuously evolve the standards of production management and event delivery across the live events industry.
Further courses delivered at Excel will be announced throughout the year.
For more information about the course and upcoming training, visit https://thetrainingdept.live/courses/intro-to-health-and-safety-for-events-and-exhibitions/
Author: Sam Hyland
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