“The research went really well thanks and a big thank you to Charlotte and Stepladder for putting me in touch with Kai and his cousin Navada. I caught up with Charlotte after the research to say that they were really great – sparky, articulate, intelligent and they gave some fantastic feedback on all the creative ideas. We used a lot of clips of their interviews in the pitch which went down really well.
They also seemed really keen to get involved in any further creative development workshops that we ever need to run with their target audience, so I have got their email addresses and will definitely get in touch in the future if opportunities crop up, which I’m sure they will!”
 Lucy Morris, TMW

“The site is great thank you it has really helped. Now I have got a a clearer idea of the direction i’d like to go. Thank you for your help.” Frances

“To find an organisation like Stepladder Worldwide in the creative industry is like gold dust! Its very exciting being surrounded with people that share your interest and are eager to help myself and others gain knowledge and experience. I worked with Stepladder to help run a fundraiser night for the charity Childs I Foundation. I learnt alot from observing the skills needed to organise a fundraising event and enjoyed the evening thoroughly. I would like to say a big thankyou to Charlotte for giving me the amazing opportunity and Emma for giving such useful advice!” Lucy Denny, 18, Essex

“I just want to say a huge well done and thank you for your dedication, professionalism and cool head throughout the night. I’ve never seen anyone look so in control and calm and the night was seamlessly organised. Thank you…so proud of you and the Stepladder crew”. Lucy Buck, Founder of Childs i Foundation

“I was interested to read about the role you play in raising aspirations of young people, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds. Stepladder is leading by example in areas such as the employment of apprentices, and the willingness to encourage young people to develop their employability skills to prepare them for the world of work.” Rt Hon Michael Gove MP, Secretary of State for Education

“I wanted to thank you and all the stepladder team for helping me finding a work experience at the Field Day Festival 2012 within the Loudsound team. I think that the most important thing for me is that this week really confirmed my will to dedicate myself to the festival and live industry, I know I was always very interested in it, but being present on site for the whole week made it very clear to me that this was the environment that  wish to evolve and bring my skills and energy. I really had a good time and learnt a lot, and they assured me that they will have more opportunities for the summer season.”Pierre Odehnal - 22, London

“My first week at Stepladder was very inspiring and informative. I’ve had to take a lot on board, including the way I present myself. I’ve got involved with meetings, made and answered phone calls, attended conferences, learnt about organising events, started organising events and plenty more. Living life in a proper working environment in the real working world has been a great opportunity that has only just started for me.” Bukola Bakinson – 18

“I was supported by Stepladder, who offered me the fantastic opportunity to gain a beneficial insight into working behind the scenes at a variety of events and hone in on the areas that interest me most.” Nora Naief – 23

After speaking with Stepladder I was much more focused and enthusiastic about finding a job which shone through during the interview process resulting in me being offered a job role which I started last week and am really enjoying.” Lucy Johns 23, Bristol

“I had very little career advice at school and at University and it can be very daunting approaching companies in order to gain more work experience. Therefore stepladder was a very approachable company where their key aim is to help young people have more access to working environments and shadows you throughout your time with them, making sure you get the most out of your working placement.” Emma Colquhoun 23, London

“It was so much fun working with everyone at Stepladder, it’s a wonderful experience I won’t forget in a hurry, thanks to Oliver once again for making this work. Also to Dan for taking me to Olympia to see an exhibition it was really worth.” Subomi Dare 18

“It has been amazing working with Stepladder, at first the CREATE Programmers was something to occupy my time with. We have now formed a really solid team and for me, working with outstanding industry professionals has been an exceptional experience that will hopefully lead to a potential career in the creative industries.” Erica Jeffery 16

“I found it really exciting being able to talk to professionals and that they wanted to speak to us.” Leanne Simmns 16

“When I was told about Stepladder I was ecstatic…I know it is going to be beneficial in my career.” Jazz Ganga 19, Kent

“To get experience and get your foot in the door with this industry is a big thing. Stepladder has given me a lot of experience and is a fantastic thing to put on your CV. I think careers advise departments should talk to Stepladder and get someone in to talk to young people about the creative industries.” Christina 18, Walthamstow

“I got involved with Stepladder because I like the things they are doing with youth…it’s all about empowering the youth and helping them gain knowledge and a career in the creative industries. It would have been very difficult for me to get this placement at Ministry of Sound without Stepladder…their help and support has been really good.” Taysha 18, London

“Stepladder gives people real life experiences to determine if they want to pursue that industry further in their career, and if they do like it Stepladder can help.” Vanessa 23, Toulouse

“I really appreciate your help and I take any criticism as positive, as I thrive on improving myself and my music, so I will take the advice on board. I’d like thank you again for giving me the time of your day to help me”  Tom Przylipiak