• A Guide to Government Contracts – Series of 4 workshops on How to Tender – Rochford Business Customers Only

    Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

    A guide to Government contracts - Series of 4 workshops Rochford District Council, Southend-on-Sea City Council and Launchpad Southend are pleased to provide local businesses with a series of FREE new workshops designed to help your business navigate the world of Government contracts! Join us at Launchpad for four interactive sessions where you will learn everything you ... Read more

    Free
  • Preparing for Your Public Sector Tender Journey – Southend Business Customers Only

    Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

    OverviewThis workshop is designed for micro and small businesses looking to take their first steps into public sector tendering. If you're aiming to win lower-value tenders and requests for quotations (RFQs) but feel overwhelmed by procurement jargon, this session will help you build confidence and clarity. What You’ll Learn How to access public sector opportunities ... Read more

    Free
  • Christmas Networking Breakfast at Braxted Park

    Braxsted Park Estate Braxted Park Estate, Great Braxted, Essex

    🎄 End 2025 in Style at Our Final Physical Networking Event of the Year! 🎄 Celebrate the season with a sparkling start to your day in the stunning Braxted Park, one of Essex’s most prestigious country estates. Enjoy a warm welcome, a delicious breakfast, and festive touches throughout the stately surroundings as you connect with local business ... Read more

    £30 – £50
  • Using AI in Bid Writing – Opportunities and Risks

    Online

    Essex Growth Agency is pleased to offer this free webinar for businesses and organisations across Essex. Join us for an insightful session on how Artificial Intelligence is shaping the future of bid writing. Discover practical ways AI can support your bidding process, the potential risks involved, and expert tips to improve success rates. Date: 16th ... Read more

    Free
  • December Virtual Networking

    Online

    Connect with local business leaders and professionals at our December Virtual Networking Session! As we close out 2025, this engaging online event offers the perfect space to build new relationships, exchange insights, and discuss New Year goals. This is your chance to wrap up the year with meaningful connections and fresh ideas for 2026. During ... Read more

    Free – £35.00
  • Health, wellbeing and personal development for small businesses

    Online

    Welcome to our national health, wellbeing, and personal development event for small businesses, happening on the third Wednesday of the month. When you’re busy running your own small business, it’s important to take the time to look after your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Join us for insightful presentations from wellbeing experts who will share ... Read more

    Free
  • Understanding and Developing a Marketing Strategy

    Zoom

    Description Need to create a marketing strategy document but don’t know where to start? This workshop breaks down all the elements of a marketing strategy, to help you create a consistent and cohesive plan that helps you attract the right customers, communicate clearly, and grow your business with purpose.   Struggling to make your marketing ... Read more

    £35.00
  • A Guide to Managing the Risks of Social Media Workshop

    Online

    Do you understand how to tackle the risks of Social Media? Social media can be a powerful tool – but it also comes with risks. Every business of every size is vulnerable to online abuse, misinformation and reputational damage. The more platforms you use, the greater the potential for things to go wrong. This practical and ... Read more

    £95 – £150.00