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SUMMARY:The Elevation Lab - Rochford District
DESCRIPTION:Designed for 20 ambitious managers and business owners\, this programme provides a powerful blend of strategic learning\, practical tools\, and personalised support to help participants lead with confidence and accelerate business growth. \n  \nOver the course of the programme\, participants will gain access to more than £2\,000 worth of high-quality professional development\, including hands-on workshops\, expert mentoring\, and ongoing guidance tailored to their business challenges. \n  \nThe 4 workshops in this programme include:\n\nInnovation: Building a Future-Ready Business \n25th February 2026 – 10.30 am – 1 pm \nThis workshop equips participants with the mindset\, tools\, and practical frameworks needed to build an innovative\, resilient\, and future-ready organisation. The session focuses on identifying growth opportunities\, navigating disruption\, and embedding innovation into everyday decision-making. By the end\, participants will have a clear roadmap for strengthening their organisation’s adaptability and long-term competitiveness. \n\n2. Funding Innovation: Finance Readiness and Success\n4th March 2026 – 10.30 am – 1 pm \nThis workshop demystifies the innovation funding landscape\, helping participants prepare their business for investment or grant success. Participants will learn how to assess financial readiness\, articulate value clearly\, and match their innovation to the right funding sources—including grants\, loans\, private investment\, and partnerships. Get guidance on refining financial projections\, strengthening business cases\, and avoiding common pitfalls. By the end of the session\, participants will understand what funders look for and will leave with the confidence and tools to pursue funding effectively. \n  \n\n  \n3. Marketing for Growth\n11th March 2026 – 10.30 am – 1 pm \nThis practical\, interactive workshop is designed to help businesses create clear\, compelling marketing that supports sustainable growth. Participants will work on defining strong\, consistent messaging\, improving the customer journey at every touchpoint\, and engaging customers more effectively to maximise existing resources. The session will also explore how purposeful engagement can drive retention and growth\, alongside practical ways to use measurement and data to track performance\, understand what’s working\, and make informed marketing decisions that support long-term success. \n  \n\n4. Pitch Perfect: Communicating Your Innovation Story\n18th March 2026 – 10.30 am – 1 pm \nThis workshop helps participants craft a compelling and confident pitch that brings their innovation to life. Through guided practice\, participants learn how to structure their narrative\, connect with their audience\, and communicate complex ideas with clarity and impact. The session covers storytelling techniques\, pitch deck essentials\, and delivery skills for both in-person and virtual settings. By the end\, participants will have a polished pitch outline and the skills to present their innovation in a way that inspires action—whether for customers\, partners\, or investors. \n  \nPlease note: This programme is for business leaders and managers based in the Rochford District of Essex. \n  \n\n  \n  \n\n  \nThe Innovate and Elevate Rochford District Programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. \n  \nThe UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is a UK Government initiative providing funding for local investments to support the government’s five national missions\, including economic growth\, making the UK a clean energy superpower\, and breaking down barriers to opportunity. From April 2025 to March 2026\, UKSPF will continue to support local projects focused on communities and place\, supporting local businesses\, and people and skills. For more information\, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/the-elevation-lab-rochford-district/
LOCATION:Rayleigh Club\, Hullbridge Road\, Rayleigh\, Essex\, SS69QS
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Protect your business from Cybercrime Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Cybercrime currently impacts two in every five businesses: make it your business to ensure its not yours. Join us for an introductory webinar with Essex Police’s Cyber Protect Team. \nCyber Threats are growing\, and it is no longer enough to look at just Cyber Security there is a need to undertake Cyber Resilience. Legislation is changing and businesses need to change to meet the new requirements. The Cyber Protect Team was set up to help protect small to medium-size businesses and charities from the ever-growing threat of cybercrime. \nThey provide advice\, presentations and planning exercises with businesses and charities to raise awareness of cyber threats and help organisations to protect themselves. Their advice is impartial\, and all their services are continually revised to make sure they are up to date with the latest security guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). \nExperts from Essex Police will explain cyber security best practices\, outlining potential threats\, vulnerabilities and mitigations\, including Business Continuity\, Disaster Recovery\, and Incident Response\, empowering businesses to take steps to prevent or report cybercrime. \nThis session is designed to: \n•    Help you understand the legislation requirements\n•    Provide you with the knowledge and tools to protect your organisation \nDate:  Thursday 26 February  10.00am – 11.00am\nVirtual:  Microsoft Teams \nCost to attend:  Free for Members  Non-Members £25.00 + VAT
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/protect-your-business-from-cybercrime-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Police Courses
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SUMMARY:Networking with USP College at XTEND Digital Campus
DESCRIPTION:Business Networking at USP College’s XTEND Digital Campus \n  \nJoin us for an insight of USP College’s XTEND Digital Campus\, where innovation\, industry and education come together under one roof. This business networking event invites you to step inside one of the region’s most advanced digital environments and experience first-hand how the college is preparing the workforce of tomorrow. \n  \nYou will hear directly from USP College about their vision for digital skills\, employer partnerships and the growing importance of extended reality within industry. Their team will share how local businesses can connect with the college through talent development\, collaborative projects and future-focused training opportunities. This insight will give attendees a clearer understanding of how the college works alongside employers to shape regional innovation and workforce capability. \n  \nAlongside the college’s perspective\, attendees will also hear from SEATS\, who will share their role in supporting skills development\, strengthening employer engagement and promoting high-quality training across the region. Their contribution will highlight how collaborative partnerships between training providers\, colleges\, universities\, and businesses help drive the growth of a skilled\, future-ready workforce. \n  \nThis will be followed by a guided tour of the campus through the spaces that define XTEND Digital’s reputation for cutting-edge capability. As you walk through the motion capture studio\, the recording and editing suites\, the discovery lab and the expansive infinity cove\, you will see how the college uses immersive technology to support real-world application\, creativity and technical development. Each part of the tour offers an opportunity to engage with staff\, ask questions and explore how these facilities can align with business needs. \n  \nJoin us to network with fellow professionals\, exchange ideas and explore new connections. This setting provides a relaxed yet inspiring environment for conversation\, making it an ideal opportunity to strengthen your network while discovering how an educational institution and the business community can work together to drive progress. \nDate:   Thursday 26 February  5.00pm – 7.00pm \nVenue:  USP College – XTEND Digital Campus. Meppel Ave\, Canvey Island SS8 9RZ\nCost:  Members Early-Bird  £25.00 + VAT   |   Members Standard  £30.00 + VAT   |   Non-Members  £50 + VAT\nOnly TWO attendees per company  \n \n  \nMember Early Bird bookings close on Monday 19 January\, any tickets booked after this time will be at full price.  \nAgenda: Subject to change\n5.00pm – Registration and Networking\n5.30pm – Welcome from Essex Chambers\n5.35pm – Presentation from USP College\n5.55pm – Presentation from SEATS\n6.05pm – Tours Commence\, Networking & Refreshments\n7.00pm – Event ends
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/networking-with-usp-college-at-xtend-digital-campus/
LOCATION:USP College\, XTEND Digital Campus. Meppel Ave\,\, Canvey Island\, Essex\, SS8 9RZ
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