University of Westminster students were treated to exclusive educational visits to the offices of Stonehage Fleming and Howard De Walden in April 2024, as part of the University’s Westminster Working Cultures UK programme.
As founding members of the Chancellor’s Circle, Stonehage Fleming and Howard De Walden each hosted 30 students at their central London offices. The visits provided the students with unparalleled access to various professional workspaces and the chance to engage directly with industry experts.
At Stonehage Fleming, the students received a warm welcome from Heidi Butterfill, Marketing and Events Manager, and Guy Hudson, Head of Group Marketing and Communications, who shared his advice and insights with students during an opening talk. The student group was also joined by University Chancellor, Natalie Campbell MBE, a Stonehage Fleming UK Advisory Board member. Natalie shared the experience of her own leadership journey with students, offering a personal perspective on career development. A breadth of colleagues across Stonehage Fleming professionals, including specialists in private equity, wealth management and marketing then conducted focused career sessions with smaller groups of students. The day concluded with an informal networking session, allowing students to forge connections with various colleagues at Stonehage Fleming.
The visit to Howard De Walden, a long-standing partner of the University, offered the students an informative panel discussion on sustainability, property investment and development. Howard De Walden, known for its historical significance in Marylebone, also gave students the chance to contribute to a ‘live’ project which aimed to introduce safer cycling routes and greener spaces to the local area. Students engaged with a range of key speakers through the day, including organisers Andrea Merrington, Director of Planning and Engagement, and Luke Mosson, Planning Manager.
Linsey Cole, Director for Business Engagement at the University of Westminster, said: “Our partnerships with industry leaders are hugely important for exposing our students to ‘real life’ work settings and equipping them with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their future careers. On behalf of the University of Westminster, I extend my sincere thanks to Stonehage Fleming and Howard De Walden for their continued support and for providing such enriching opportunities for our students.”
The University of Westminster remains committed to collaborating with members of the Chancellor’s Circle to create valuable learning and development opportunities for its students.
Student group at Howard De Walden office
Student group at Stonehage Fleming office
Students at an interactive session at Stonehage Fleming