EduConnect Welcome Mixer – Bridging New Teachers to Classrooms & Careers

As the new academic year begins, the BritCham Shanghai Education Committee invites educators—both seasoned and new—to reconnect, network, and reimagine the future of learning. This special Welcome Mixer is designed to help new teachers settle in, build meaningful connections, and explore the opportunities and challenges of teaching in our community.

Whether you’re a fresh-faced educator, a school leader, an EdTech innovator, or a wellbeing advocate, this is your chance to:

• Connect with fellow teachers and industry professionals.
• Discover how AI, CPD, and student wellness are shaping education today.
• Celebrate the start of a new chapter in your teaching journey.

Let’s kick off the year with inspiration, collaboration, and a strong support network!

Admission includes two welcome drinks and snacks.

Beverages (two drinks choose from):

Wine: White wine / Red wine / Sparkling wine

Cocktails: Negroni /Gin Tonic / Aperol Spritz

Soft drinks: Cola /Sparkling water

Snacks:

French fries

Crispy popcorn chicken

Cheese platter

Italian ham & salami

Bread & crackers

• 6:00 – 6:30 pm | Registration & Networking
• 6:30 – 7:00 pm | 
  • Welcome remarks (10 min) from EDU Committee Chair Stuart Perrin
  • Brief introduction (5 min each) from the topic experts
• 7:00 – 8:30 pm | Thematic Networking Tables (rotating or self-selected, hosted by experts)
• 8:30 – 9:00 pm | Closing Remarks & Event End

*The Chamber reserves the right to alter the above agenda at its sole discretion.

Disclaimer: By joining this event, you agree that photos, video, and audio recordings taken onsite may be publicly shared by the Chamber for promotional and communication purposes.

Notes:

In case of cancellation, please kindly note you must email the BritCham Shanghai Event staff bale.xu@britishchambershanghai.cn before 5 pm, 2 Sep. Due to the service charges of Glueup and online payment platforms, we can only partially refund up to 90% of your ticket price and payment will be processed within 14 days after the event via your original payment method. However, it is non-refundable for a cancellation request made beyond the above-mentioned timeframe.

Guests attending the EduConnect Welcome Mixer can enjoy the following special offer in RAY’S The Private throughout the evening:

Cocktail Menu – All Cocktails 88 RMB each

Basel Gin Sour
Key ingredients: Basel infused Gin, lemon, sugar, egg white
Flavour: Fresh, tart-sweet, smooth and foamy with Basel touch

Espresso Martini
Key ingredients: Vodka, fresh espresso, coffee liqueur
Flavour: Rich coffee, slightly bitter, sweet, creamy

Plume Whiskey Sour
Key ingredients: Plume infused Whiskey, citrus, sugar, egg white
Flavour: Fruity, balanced sweet-sour, soft mouthfeel and Shanghai Plume flavour

Coffee Negroni
Key ingredients: Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, coffee
Flavour: Bitter-sweet, herbal, strong coffee aroma

Classic Whiskey Sour
Key ingredients: Whiskey, lemon, sugar, egg white
Flavour: Traditional sour, bright citrus, clean and balanced

White Russian
Key ingredients: Vodka, coffee liqueur, cream
Flavour: Sweet, creamy, smooth, like coffee dessert

Old Fashioned
Key ingredients: Whiskey, sugar, bitters
Flavour: Bold, woody, slightly sweet, classic strong whiskey

Pisco Sour
Key ingredients: Pisco, lime, sugar, egg white
Flavour: Bright, zesty, frothy, light and refreshing

Grasshopper
Key ingredients: Crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, cream
Flavour: Minty, chocolate, sweet, smooth and creamy

Whisky Highball
Key ingredients: Whiskey, soda water
Flavour: Clean, crisp, bubbly, light and easy to drink

*The beverage selection may be adjusted subject to the venue’s actual arrangements and availability.