JOIN US FOR THE FUTURE FIFTY MEDIA MASTER CLASS

Join Rachel Gurney and Jessica Heaney, Co-Founder and Director at Founders Comms, for a dynamic and interactive media training session designed specifically for tech founders.

This session will equip you with the essential skills and strategies to navigate media interviews with confidence. You'll learn the key dos and don’ts of engaging with journalists, ensuring you communicate your company’s mission, vision, and USP clearly and compellingly.

Through practical exercises and real-world examples, we’ll cover:
- How to stay on message – confidently delivering your key points without getting sidetracked.
- Building rapport with journalists – understanding their needs and creating lasting media relationships.
- Handling tough questions – staying calm and in control, even when faced with tricky topics.
- Polishing your delivery – using tone, body language, and storytelling to make an impact.

By the end of the session, you’ll be media-ready and prepared to make the most of every press opportunity.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday 13 May 2025


Time: 9am-12:30pm (9-10:30 at HSBC IB; 10:30-11 travelling between locations; 11-12:30 Bloomberg tour and Q&A)


Location: HSBC Innovation Banking Offices in Finsbury Square – at 10:30am, we'll walk over to Bloomberg Studios for a VIP tour and behind the scenes glimpse of their broadcast suites and HQ, wrapping up around 12:30pm

Event Partner

Bloomberg

Founding Partner

HSBC Innovation Banking