Future Connect: Your Voice, Your Impact | Finance Events in Jersey, CI

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Elections don’t just shape politics -they shape careers, industries and everyday life. But for many young professionals, voting can feel distant, confusing or disconnected from the realities of work and life in Jersey.

This interactive session is designed to change that.

‘Your Voice, Your Impact’ is not a political lecture and it’s not about telling you who or what to vote for. Instead, it’s a space to explore how election outcomes influence the finance industry, your career prospects and the Island you live in — and to have your say on what really matters to your generation.

Through short, practical insights, live polling and small-group discussions, we’ll look at:

How government decisions affect jobs, skills and long-term career opportunities
What elections mean for Jersey’s competitiveness as an international finance centre
How policies on housing, cost of living, transport and digital services shape daily life
What corporate citizenship looks like — and the role businesses and young professionals can play

You’ll help build a collective priorities manifesto for young professionals, capturing the issues this generation wants future decision-makers to hear and take part in a practical Q&A that demystifies voting and cuts through the noise.

Above all, this event is about listening, not lecturing — giving young professionals a platform to share their views, understand their influence and decide for themselves how (and whether) to use their voice in 2026.

If you’ve ever wondered “does my vote really matter?”, then this conversation is for you.

For more information, please contact a member of our events team.

Speakers

Karolina PilcherSenior Strategy and Research Manager, Jersey Finance

Profile

Karolina joined Jersey Finance as Strategic Projects Manager in May 2016, becoming Senior Manager in 2017.

Karolina is a qualified chartered accountant and a fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Previous to Jersey Finance Karolina was an Advisory Manager with PwC in the Channel Islands where she has managed a number of consultancy projects including regulatory and AML related projects at financial services providers and worked on the design and implementation of a new operating model for one of the leading global providers of financial services to institutional investors.

Helen De La Cour Director of Financial and Professional Services, Government of Jersey

Helen was appointed as Director of Financial and Professional Services in October 2024, having previously headed up the Financial Services Directorate and worked in both the Government of Jersey’s Financial Services Policy and Financial Crime Strategy Teams, providing broad experience of the policy and legislative agenda relevant to the financial services sector. Helen was called to the Bar in 2009 and admitted as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2012. Prior to joining Government, she worked for a leading offshore law firm and more recently, Jersey Finance.

Alexandra Ruddy Chair, Institute of Directors Jersey

Alex is Chair of the Institute of Directors Jersey branch and co-founder of the Mind the Gap Community which are both voluntary roles. She is a Chartered Accountant and holds the position of Executive Director in Collas Crill's Regulatory & Compliance team. Having served on the Board of Governors of Victoria College and VCP for three years she is also a passionate advocate for young people, skills and education.

Lucy CotterPresentation & Media Training Coach, Boost

Lucy is a journalist and broadcaster with more than 18 years’ experience at the forefront of national and international media. A Cambridge graduate in Social and Political Studies, she built her career with Sky, BBC and ITV, where she reported on breaking news, anchored live events and told stories that reached global audiences. Her career highlights include anchoring Sky’s live Oscars coverage and reporting from landmark events such as the Royal Wedding, the Hay Festival and the Edinburgh Festival. She has also written and presented documentaries for Sky Arts, Sky1 and Sky News, showcasing her gift for bringing stories to life on screen.

Emily Thomas Campaign Manager, States Greffe

Emily Thomas is Campaign Manager in the States Greffe’s Digital and Public Engagement team, where her work focuses on creating ways for Islanders to engage with the States Assembly – Jersey’s elected parliament and through Vote.je (Jersey’s Official Election Guide), to understand what’s needed to vote or stand for election to the States Assembly. Emily arrived in Jersey in 2010, when she made a switch from art librarianship to offshore law library and knowledge management. These beginnings in libraries kick-started a long-term interest in helping connect people with the right information to empower their work and life. Knowledge is power, and ahead of Jersey’s next election on Sunday 7 June 2026, Vote.je’s mission is to help you unlock your political power.

Agenda

8.30 am

Arrival and Networking

9.00 am

Welcome and Introduction

9.10 am

Panel: Why Elections Matter

9.25 am

Audience Q&A via Slido

9.30 am

Interactive Session: What Matters to You

9.55 am