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SUMMARY:Why brand awareness ads are NOT a waste of money
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gear up for Small Business Saturday on 6th December with our series of free\, virtual webinars designed to help small businesses grow. \nEach webinar is hosted by successful small business owners and recorded for later viewing. \nAttend 10 sessions\, and receive a free gift from us! \nBrand awareness campaigns are often underestimated\, but they can be the launchpad for a successful Meta ads strategy. In this webinar\, Michaela Parker will show how to unlock their potential and not be discounted. \nYou will learn: \n– Why brand awareness campaigns can set the stage for long-term success with Meta \n– Three overlooked campaign types that deliver powerful results \n– How to interpret and value awareness metrics the right way \nSign up for more webinars in this series here: https://smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com/the-tour
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/why-brand-awareness-ads-are-not-a-waste-of-money/
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:How to Find the Right Investors
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gear up for Small Business Saturday on 6th December with our series of free\, virtual webinars designed to help small businesses grow. \nEach webinar is hosted by successful small business owners and recorded for later viewing. \nAttend 10 sessions\, and receive a free gift from us! Need investment to launch or grow your business? Paul Grant shares proven strategies to secure capital through crowdfunding\, angel investors\, venture capital\, and more. Ideal for startups or scaling businesses\, this one-hour webinar offers a clear\, step-by-step approach to raising funds. \nYou’ll learn: \n– How to choose the best investment route for your business \n– The fastest ways to find and connect with investors \n– How to deliver a winning pitch \n– How to value your business and avoid legal pitfalls Join for insider tips and a live Q&A to tackle your funding questions! \nSign up for more webinars in this series here: https://smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com/the-tour
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/how-to-find-the-right-investors/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Create a Rock Solid Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gear up for Small Business Saturday on 6th December with our series of free\, virtual webinars designed to help small businesses grow.\n\nEach webinar is hosted by successful small business owners and recorded for later viewing.\nAttend 10 sessions\, and receive a free gift from us!\n\nA strong business plan is the foundation for growth and resilience\, allowing you to make confident decisions and stay focused on what drives your business forward. In this webinar\, business strategist Emma Mills-Sheffield will share practical ways to build a plan that works for you.\n\nYou will learn:\n\n– ⁠How to prioritise what really matters in your business plan\n\n– ⁠Tools to help you build and challenge your plan\n\n– How to monitor your progress and make sure you’re on the right track during the year\n\nSign up for more webinars in this series here: https://smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com/the-tour
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/create-a-rock-solid-business-plan/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Money Made Simple: Cash Flow Forecasting for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gear up for Small Business Saturday on 6th December with our series of free\, virtual webinars designed to help small businesses grow. \nEach webinar is hosted by successful small business owners and recorded for later viewing. \nAttend 10 sessions\, and receive a free gift from us! \nManaging money can feel overwhelming\, especially for small or one-person businesses. Join Simon Rigby in breaking down the essentials of cash flow forecasting into clear\, simple steps you can apply right away. You’ll learn how to predict your income and expenses\, avoid cash shortfalls\, and make confident financial decisions without needing an accounting degree. \nYou will learn: \n• What cash flow forecasting is (and why it matters more than profit). \n• A Simple method to forecast your cash flow using real numbers from your business. \n• Spot potential cash gaps early—and know what actions to take. \n• Practical tips and tools to keep your business financially healthy. \n• Walk away with confidence in managing your money\, not fear of it. \nSign up for more webinars in this series here: https://smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com/the-tour
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/money-made-simple-cash-flow-forecasting-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Stress Smarts: Thrive Under Pressure
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gear up for Small Business Saturday on 6th December with our series of free\, virtual webinars designed to help small businesses grow. \nEach webinar is hosted by successful small business owners and recorded for later viewing. \nAttend 10 sessions\, and receive a free gift from us! \nStress is often seen as an inevitable part of the entrepreneurial journey but it doesn’t have to be. In this session\, Helen will help you look beyond the clichés to understand what stress really is and identify hidden triggers that quietly undermine wellbeing and decision-making in business. Helen will also be sharing practical techniques to effectively handle the pressures of entrepreneurial life. \nYou will learn: \n– The true nature of stress and why it’s often misunderstood \n– How to identify hidden stressors (mesotrauma®) specific to founders \n– Learn and apply tips to start hacking your stress response \nSign up for more webinars in this series here: https://smallbusinesssaturdayuk.com/the-tour
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/stress-smarts-thrive-under-pressure/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Insights for SMEs on Surviving Recessions and Transforming into Leading Businesses
DESCRIPTION:In an era of economic uncertainty\, resilience and adaptability are the true hallmarks of successful businesses. \nThis interactive online workshop is designed specifically for midsize to larger SMEs that are navigating transformation and growth during challenging economic times. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Thursday 4th December 2025 \nTime: 10:00AM – 1:00PM \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) Workshop \nFor: Businesses based in Essex (excluding Thurrock) \nLed by an experienced business coach\, this session will explore how to build resilience\, manage resources effectively\, and create a forward-looking strategy that balances immediate operational needs with long-term investment. \nThrough practical insights and real-world examples\, participants will learn how to: \n\n\nSustain operations and manage resources effectively during economic downturns\n\n\n\n\nBalance short-term stability with long-term strategic investments\n\n\n\n\nEncourage innovation and agility while maintaining strong governance\n\n\n\n\nIdentify new opportunities for growth amid market disruptions\n\n\nParticipants will gain actionable frameworks\, real-world case studies\, and proven strategies to strengthen their business fundamentals\, enhance decision-making\, and position their organisations for future leadership. \nWhether your business is preparing for the next economic shift or actively working to scale sustainably\, this workshop will equip you with the tools and insights needed to thrive\, not just survive. \nWho Should Attend:\n\n\nCEOs\, Managing Directors\, and Senior Executives of SMEs\n\n\n\n\nBusiness Transformation and Strategy Leaders\n\n\n\n\nFinancial and Operations Managers involved in growth planning\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your business and connect with peers who share your ambition for lasting success. \n  \n\n  \nAbout the host:\nRoss Moran\, Business Advisory Manager \nOver two decades focusing on new venture creation and business transformation\, Ross has worked in multiple finance\, management\, and technology roles within small and large organisations. Implementing new business models and developing a deep understanding of how technology process improvements intersect with business lifecycles and ecosystems has given Ross a unique perspective on most aspects of business including market research\, new product development\, raising finance\, sales\, marketing\, and business transformation. \n  \n\n  \nThis workshop is provided courtesy of Backing Essex Business. Fully-funded by Essex County Council and delivered by Let’s Do Business Group. Backing Essex Business (Formerly Back to Business Essex) is here to support business growth across the county\, promoting economic growth and creating jobs\, by providing free business support\, access to finance and training. \n  \nFor more information visit https: www.backingessexbusiness.co.uk \n  \nPlease click here to see the Backing Essex Business Privacy Policy
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/insights-for-smes-on-surviving-recessions-and-transforming-into-leading-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:HR Prime FREE Training Session- Company Branding- Attracting Customers and Enhancing Your Reputation
DESCRIPTION:HR Prime FREE Training Session \nCompany Branding: Attracting Customers and Enhancing Your Reputation \nJoin us for an exciting online training session where you will learn all about company branding. Discover how to attract customers and enhance your reputation in the market. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level! \nPlease register to secure a spot!
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/hr-prime-free-training-session-company-branding-attracting-customers-and-enhancing-your-reputation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Using AI in Bid Writing – Opportunities and Risks
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDate: 16th December 2025\nTime: 09:30 AM – 10:00 AM \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction – Overview of Thornton & Lowe\nThe Importance of Effective Writing – How strong writing impacts success rates\nWhat’s Involved in Writing – Key considerations for a winning bid\nHow AI Can Help – Practical applications for bid writing\nHow AI Can Be a Risk – Understanding limitations and compliance issues\nQ&A Session – Your questions answered\n\nSpeaker:\nCharles Grosstephan\, Director of Development\, Thornton & Lowe \nAbout Thornton & Lowe:\nThornton & Lowe is a leading Bid Management and Bid Writing Consultancy with a success rate of nearly 80%\, supporting businesses across all sectors nationwide to plan and secure contracts and frameworks.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/using-ai-in-bid-writing-opportunities-and-risks/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Workshop 4: AI in Tendering – Practical\, Compliant & Competitive Use
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps micro and small businesses understand how to use AI safely\, ethically\, and effectively in their tendering process \n\n\n\n\nOverview\nAI is transforming how businesses approach public sector bidding. This two-hour workshop helps micro and small businesses understand how to use AI safely\, ethically\, and effectively in their tendering process. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nUK public sector guidance on AI in procurement\nHow AI can support drafting\, compliance checks\, and idea generation\nRisks and red flags to avoid\nA four-step framework for integrating AI into your bid process\n\nOutcomes \n\nA buyer-aligned approach to using AI in tendering\nImproved efficiency without compromising quality\nConfidence in ethical AI use\nA smarter\, more competitive bid strategy\n\nDelivery\nThis workshop is hosted by Launchpad Southend and delivered by BIZphit LLP. It is fully funded by Southend-on-Sea City Council and Rochford District Council.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/workshop-4-ai-in-tendering-practical-compliant-competitive-use/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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SUMMARY:The Starting line - Building your Business
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nThis event is for young entrepreneurs looking to learn the skills they need to grow a business \n\n\n\n\nThe event itself will feature networking at a relaxed setting by the sea. Entrepreneurs have the chance to connect with people growing their own skills or even established business owners. \nWe will also be featuring three unique guest speakers with diverse experience around growing a business: \n\nMagdalena Mahdy\, a qualified financial strategist\, bookkeeper and tax accountant with extensive entrepreneurial experience\, is the founder of ProfitMIND\, from DIY training to full-service strategic consultancy\, bookkeeping and accounts\, supporting businesses at every stage. Combining her background in business mentoring at the University of Essex for the past 9 years with her extensive experience of running small businesses\, she empowers entrepreneurs to better understand and leverage their financial data\, helping them connect\, engage\, and thrive with their finances to drive better business decision-making.\nGabrielle Burt\, Owner of ‘Gabs Grazing’ and ‘Gabs the home of Gabs Grazing’ a 23 year old self made business owner from Southend who set up a Grazing bar\, Deli and night time vibe venue in Leigh on Sea.\nJessica Revell and Gareth Prior are the co-founders of Pocket Power\, a psychology-led wellness and life-coaching app created from lived experience\, professional expertise and an unwavering belief that access to support should never depend on money.Neither Jessica nor Gareth came from a tech background. They stepped away from established careers\, taught themselves to code from scratch and built Pocket Power from the ground up\, driven by their own experiences of adversity\, recovery and personal transformation\nJessica’s background includes lived experience of disordered eating\, serious physical injury\, and Sarcoma recovery\, alongside years of study in nutrition\, fitness and holistic health.\nGareth is a psychologist specialising in human behaviour\, habit change and neurodiversity\, with a late diagnosis of Asperger’s and dyslexia shaping both his work and advocacy.Together\, they built Pocket Power with one clear mission: to remove financial barriers to mental\, physical and nutritional support and to give people practical tools to change their lives\, not just their outcomes.Pocket Power is live on both app stores in 175 countries\, is completely free to use with full access\, and has been recognised with multiple industry awards\, including being named in the Essex Top Tech 50\, winning Wellness App of the Year (London & South East)\, and Jessica being nominated for the WomenTech Global Awards – Female Founder Rising Star.\n\nAt The Starting Line\, Jessica and Gareth will share their journey. Not just the wins\, but the reality of starting with nothing\, learning as you go\, leading with purpose and building something meaningful from the ground up. \nFollowing the presentations the group will have opportunities to ask questions and learn more about those in the room. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/the-starting-line-building-your-business/
LOCATION:Sands By The Sea\, Icon Building\, Southend On Sea\, SS1 1EE
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Breaking Down the Basics of SEO
DESCRIPTION:Get your business found online by the people who need you most. \n  \nTired of feeling like your website is invisible? You’re not alone. Many small business owners put time and effort into building their website but still struggle to show up in search results. \n  \nThis workshop will help you fix that. You’ll learn simple\, practical SEO strategies that bring more visitors to your site\, attract your ideal customers\, and help your business grow. We’ll break down the jargon\, showing you how to optimise your website\, create content that ranks\, and use free tools to see what’s working. \n  \nBy the end\, you’ll know exactly how to make your business more visible online — and feel confident doing it yourself. \n  \n\nEvent details:\n🕙Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm \n📌Location: Online (ZOOM) \n💷Cost: £30pp +VAT \n  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nUnderstanding Search Engines: Gain insights into how search engines work and how they determine the ranking of web pages.\n\n\n\n\nKeyword Research and Optimisation: Learn how to strategically incorporate keywords into your content to increase visibility and attract the right audience.\n\n\n\n\nOn-Page SEO Techniques: Explore the critical on-page elements that contribute to a website’s SEO success.\n\n\n\n\nOff-Page SEO Strategies: Delve into off-page SEO factors\, including backlink building and social signals. Understand how to cultivate a strong online presence beyond the confines of your website.\n\n\n\n\nTechnical SEO Essentials: Uncover the technical aspects of SEO\, such as site speed\, mobile optimisation\, and crawlability.\n\n\n\n\nMeasuring and Analysing SEO Performance: Explore key metrics and tools to measure the effectiveness of your SEO efforts.\n\n\n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nStacey Pretty is the Marketing Director at Let’s Do Marketing\, where she helps small and growing businesses turn their marketing ideas into real results. \n  \nWith more than 19 years of hands-on experience in both B2B and B2C marketing\, Stacey’s worked on everything from digital campaigns and content strategies to traditional promotions. She’s seen what works\, and what doesn’t\, for small businesses trying to make their mark. \n  \nStacey’s mission is simple: to make marketing easier to understand and more effective for business owners who have a lot on their plates. Her sessions focus on practical\, achievable steps that bring consistency\, confidence\, and results. \n  \n\nPrivacy Notice\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to Let’s Do Business Group processing and managing your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will only be used for the purposes of managing your event registration and any relevant communications.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/breaking-down-the-basics-of-seo/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Better You\, Better Business
DESCRIPTION:When you’re running a small business\, the ability to listen\, truly listen\, can make the difference between clarity and confusion\, alignment and tension\, progress and burnout. \nYet unspoken assumptions\, mental clutter\, and rushed conversations often get in the way\, draining your energy and undermining performance. \nThis month\, we’re stripping listening back to its essentials. \n\nBeyond Hearing: The Power of Focused Listening\nA Grounded Approach to Listening to Others\, and Yourself\, for Better Decisions\n\nJoin us for a powerful\, practical session designed to help you shift from passive hearing to Focused Listening\, so you can make better decisions\, build stronger relationships\, and lead with greater confidence and wellbeing. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nReduce overwhelm by recognising and clearing limiting internal narratives.\nUnderstand what’s really being communicated by listening beneath the surface of clients\, staff\, and partners.\nStrengthen decision-making through intentional\, grounded\, present communication.\nBuild resilience using wellbeing-focused listening techniques that support both personal and business growth.\nCome away with practical tools you can apply immediately—in conversations\, in leadership\, and within yourself.\n\nOur speaker for February will be Alison Theaker from Live Life For Me. \n \nAlison has 30 years’ experience in public relations and management as a practitioner\, academic\, and author. In 2009\, she founded The Spark to help small businesses and sole traders reach their full potential. \nHer Public Relations Handbook (7th edition\, 2024) is widely used on UK undergraduate PR courses. She completed an MPhil in 2023 on mentoring for women entrepreneurs in rural areas\, tutors marketing apprentices at Cambridge Marketing College\, and is an adjunct lecturer at Exeter University. \nWith colleague Anne Hope\, Alison develops courses and resources supporting women through menopause\, including the 5-session online course Menopause Redefined\, in partnership with holistic GP Dr Johanneke Kodde. \nMeet your host: \n \nAnna M Stapleton Mental & Emotional Resilience Coach\, is committed to elevating health\, wellbeing\, and personal development within the small business community. Anna empowers entrepreneurs to develop emotional intelligence\, embrace accountability\, and unlock their potential\, for themselves\, their teams\, and their businesses. \nSecure your place today and take the next step toward clearer communication\, confident decision-making\, and a stronger\, more resilient you.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/better-you-better-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Unlocking global growth | Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:The UK continues to expand its network of free trade agreements (FTAs)\, creating new opportunities for businesses that know how to take advantage of them. \nIn this Lunch and Learn\, John Austin-Sheridan from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) will explain what the UK’s FTAs mean in practice for growing businesses\, and how you can start using them more effectively. \nWith a particular focus on India\, this session will explore the commercial opportunities the agreement will unlock when it comes into effect later this year\, and how UK businesses can prepare now to benefit. \nThe webinar will also introduce DBT’s export services\, outlining the practical support available to help businesses enter new markets\, reduce barriers to trade and scale internationally. \nThis session is ideal for businesses that are already exporting\, as well as those considering international growth for the first time. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nThe UK’s free trade agreements and what they mean for your business\n\n\nThe India trade agreement and the opportunities it will create when it comes into effect this year\n\n\nHow DBT’s export services can support your international growth\n\nAbout the speaker\nJohn leads the Free Trade Agreement Utilisation team’s work on the India trade deal at DBT. \nHe works closely with the business community\, as well as DBT teams in the UK and overseas\, to help organisations understand and make the most of the opportunities created by the UK’s trade agreements. \nThrough this work\, John supports businesses to turn trade policy into practical\, commercial outcomes. \nIf you have any questions you’d like John to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/unlocking-global-growth-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Successful Email Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Learn how email marketing can help your business grow. \nEver feel like your emails just aren’t getting noticed? You’re not alone! Many small business owners send out emails but aren’t sure how to make them really work. \n  \nIn this workshop\, you’ll learn the basics of email marketing — how to write messages people actually want to read\, send them to the right people\, and see what’s working (and what’s not). \nWe’ll cover simple\, practical steps to help you: \n\n\nGet started in collecting data\n\n\n\n\nCreating emails that connect with your audience\n\n\n\n\nShare updates\, offers\, or stories that keep people interested\n\n\n\n\nUse easy tools to send and track your emails\n\n\n  \nBy the end\, you’ll feel confident using email as a simple and effective way to stay in touch with your customers and grow your business. \n  \n\nEvent details:\n🕙Time: 09:30am – 12:00pm \n📌Location: Online (ZOOM) \n💷Cost: £35pp +VAT \n  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nBuilding a Solid Foundation: Learn the fundamentals of email marketing\, from creating subscriber lists to segmenting your audience for targeted messaging.\n\n\n\n\nThe Legal Bits: Get an understanding of the legalities of email marketing including Marketing Consent (GDPR) and unsubscribes.\n\n\n\n\nCrafting Irresistible Content: Dive deep into the art of crafting emails that captivate your audience.\n\n\n\n\nAutomation and Personalisation: Explore the power of automation to streamline your email campaigns and the art of personalisation to create a tailored experience for each recipient.\n\n\n\n\nThe Customer Journey: Learn how to utilise email marketing for more than just conversion. Nurture your customers and create touchpoints to improve customer engagement.\n\n\n\n\nAnalytics and Optimisation: Learn how to track and interpret key metrics\, identify areas for improvement\, and optimise your campaigns for maximum impact.\n\n\n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nStacey Pretty is the Marketing Director at Let’s Do Marketing\, where she helps small and growing businesses turn their marketing ideas into real results. \n  \nWith more than 19 years of hands-on experience in both B2B and B2C marketing\, Stacey’s worked on everything from digital campaigns and content strategies to traditional promotions. She’s seen what works\, and what doesn’t\, for small businesses trying to make their mark. \n  \nStacey’s mission is simple: to make marketing easier to understand and more effective for business owners who have a lot on their plates. Her sessions focus on practical\, achievable steps that bring consistency\, confidence\, and results. \n  \n\nPrivacy Notice\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to Let’s Do Business Group processing and managing your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will only be used for the purposes of managing your event registration and any relevant communications.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/strategies-for-successful-email-marketing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260318T130000
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UID:1748-1772015400-1773838800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
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:A Guide to Managing the Risks of Social Media Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you understand how to tackle the risks of Social Media? \n  \nSocial 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. \nThis practical and engaging session will help you understand your legal and safeguarding responsibilities\, and how to manage your online presence with confidence. You’ll learn how good moderation not only protects your organisation but also builds trust\, encourages engagement and strengthens your brand. \nLed by experienced trainers\, this course will equip you with the tools to create safe\, inclusive and value-led online spaces. It will be a mix of discussion\, theory and hands-on demonstration. \nTo make this workshop as bespoke as possible we will ask you a few short questions when you register in order for us to understand the needs of the group\, but we will cover the following areas: \n\nModerating Facebook pages and groups\, including live moderation and banning users\nModeration tools across other social platforms including Instagram and X\nZoom moderation and how to manage meetings and webinars safely\nHow to respond to and manage reviews\, especially on Google and Facebook\nSetting a tone and policies that reflect your businesses’ values Balancing openness with safety in your online spaces\nUnderstanding the legal responsibilities around online activity\n\n  \nThe session will also include a confidential Q&A – either in a group or one-to-one – where you can raise specific concerns or challenges you’ve faced. \nOur social media workshops are popular\, and places are limited\, so please book early to avoid disappointment.\nWho Should Attend\nThis training is for all staff who have responsibility for what is posted on social media\, either as part of their daily role or because they are in a management or CEO position. For organisations with Boards\, it also is aimed at trustees with legal responsibilities. No prior knowledge is required\, although some experience of using the platforms will be helpful for the hands-on demonstrations. \nWhat’s Included \n\nThe workshop lasts for 2 hours but attendees can stay on for a further 30 minutes for additional discussions and advice.\nAfter the workshop\, we will send you a pack containing all the advice\, tips and links discussed during the session.\nYou will also be able to pass on follow-up questions to our trainers\, SRX Consultancy\, who will offer practical support (via email or a quick call) to ensure you are able to put everything you learned into action.\n\nAbout the Trainers\nSRX Consultancy is a boutique PR\, social media and communications agency specialising in areas including charity and small business. Their bespoke and tailored training sessions have been running for 10 years – attended by staff from hundreds of charities\, organisations\, and small businesses\, always receiving positive feedback. This workshop will be delivered by Simon Rothstein and Lauren Soar. \nDate:   Tuesday 3 March 2026  10.00am – 12.00pm \nVirtual:  Zoom Platform\nCost to attend:  Members £95.00 + VAT and Non-Members £150.00 + VAT
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/a-guide-to-managing-the-risks-of-social-media-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Social Media
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UID:1770-1773057600-1773059400@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Tackling late payments and getting money moving | Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:In this Lunch and Learn\, the team from the UK’s Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC) will explain the free support they can provide for small businesses who are dealing with late payments. \nThey’ll also discuss the Fair Payment Code and its role in building a culture of prompt payment across the UK\, and share top tips for protecting your business against the challenge of payments not arriving on time. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nHow the SBC can help you get paid\n\n\nHow to champion prompt payments with the Fair Payment Code\n\n\nTop tips to protect your business against late payment\n\nAbout the speakers\nThe Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC) is an independent public body established by Government under the Enterprise Act 2016 to tackle overdue payments and unfavourable payment practices in the private sector. \nIt supports small businesses to get paid quickly and on time\, influences large businesses to improve payment times to suppliers and works with all business to raise payment practice standards across the UK. \nThe OSBC has a statutory duty to review enquiries and investigate formal complaints made by small businesses regarding late and overdue payments\, as well as providing advice and support on issues relating to overdue payments and payment practices in the private sector. \nIt undertakes a range of activity to improve outcomes for small businesses and works across Government\, and with partners in the private and third sector\, to raise awareness of the impact of overdue payments and unfair payment practices. \nIf you have any questions you’d like the OSBC team to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/tackling-late-payments-and-getting-money-moving-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T120000
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SUMMARY:Scale My Biz - Smart Start Brentwood
DESCRIPTION:Timing is everything in business. Knowing when—and how—to invest your resources can make the difference between sustainable success and costly mistakes. \nScale My Biz is a free\, two-hour online workshop designed to help established businesses understand the critical difference between growth and scaling\, and how to make informed decisions when expanding operations. \nThis workshop is specifically for SMEs with established\, repeat customers who are already selling products or services.\nIt is not suitable for pre-starts or early-stage start-ups. \nWorkshop Details\nDate: Wednesday 11th March\nTime: 10:00am – 12:00pm\nLocation: Online (Zoom)\nWho should attend: Businesses and entrepreneurs based in the Brentwood District with an existing customer base \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nThe business conditions required for sustainable growth\n\n\n\n\nThe key differences between growth and scaling\n\n\n\n\nReal-world examples of successful scaling\n\n\n\n\nHow to identify leverage points within your business\n\n\n\n\nKey performance indicators (KPIs) for scaling effectively\n\n\n\n\nHow to prepare your business for growth or scaling\n\n\nIf your business is already trading and you’re considering your next phase of expansion\, this workshop will give you the clarity and tools you need to scale with confidence. \n  \n  \n\n\n  \nThe Smart Start Brentwood Programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. \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 \nThis popular programme is delivered by Let’s Do Business Group.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/scale-my-biz-smart-start-brentwood/
LOCATION:online workshop
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Are you protected from Cybercrime Workshop?
DESCRIPTION:From banking\, shopping\, ordering\, deliveries and significant business activities through streaming to social media\, businesses\, organisations and people are spending more time than ever online. \nCyber security is an important part of daily life\, whether you’re connecting to public WiFi hotspots or scrolling through social media. As such\, it’s important to learn all that you can so that you can keep yourself\, your business\, your money\, treasured memories\, family and friends safe. \nAn unmissable opportunity to hear from cyber experts who see the devastation cybercrime can visit upon unwitting business owners and their staff. \nExperts from Essex Police will explain cyber security best practices\, outlining potential threats and empowering businesses to take steps to prevent or report cybercrime. \nIn this workshop you can hear from experts from Essex Police’s Business Crime and Cyber Prevent Team\, will have the opportunity to take part in a special Cyber Escape Room challenge\, an Open Source Intelligence demo\, using standard tools to research a target and participate in a Q&A session at the end. \nThis session is designed to: \n•    Help you understand the potential threats\, vulnerabilities and mitigations\n•    Provide you with the knowledge and tools to protect yourself and your organisation \nDate:    Thursday 19 March   10.00am – 12.00pm\nVenue:   The Innovation Centre\, Knowledge Gateway\, Boundary Road\, Colchester\, CO4 3ZQ\nCost to attend:   Free for Members   Non-Members £45.00 + VAT
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/are-you-protected-from-cybercrime-workshop/
LOCATION:The Innovation Centre\, Knowledge Gateway\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO4 3ZQ
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Police Courses
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SUMMARY:Breaking Down the Basics of SEO
DESCRIPTION:Get your business found online by the people who need you most. \nTired of feeling like your website is invisible? You’re not alone. Many small business owners put time and effort into building their website but still struggle to show up in search results. \nThis workshop will help you fix that. You’ll learn simple\, practical SEO strategies that bring more visitors to your site\, attract your ideal customers\, and help your business grow. We’ll break down the jargon\, showing you how to optimise your website\, create content that ranks\, and use free tools to see what’s working. \nBy the end\, you’ll know exactly how to make your business more visible online — and feel confident doing it yourself.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/breaking-down-the-basics-of-seo-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T200736
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SUMMARY:Using Canva to Create Content
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design eye-catching graphics that elevate your brand and engage your audience without needing a design degree or expensive software\, with this beginners guide to using Canva! \nStruggling to create professional-looking visuals for your business? Many small business owners find themselves overwhelmed by design tools or rely on costly designers for every project. Introducing Canva – your key to success (and less stress!) \nIn this workshop we’ll be looking at the potential for our business by using Canva – and you’ll learn how to navigate the platform\, design with purpose and ease\, and maintain brand consistency to captivate your customers and build marketing materials that help you to reach your business goals. By the end\, you’ll have the confidence and skills to produce high-quality visuals that resonate with your audience\, put your best foot forward\, and unlock new possibilities for your marketing! \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nGetting Started with Canva: Understand how to sign up\, set up your account\, and navigate the platform’s interface.\n\n\n\n\nCreating a Brand Kit: Learn how to establish a cohesive brand identity by setting up your brand kit\, including logos\, colours\, and fonts.\n\n\n\n\nDesigning Graphics: Discover how to create various graphics\, from social media posts to posters\, using Canva’s templates and tools.\n\n\n\n\nResizing Designs: Master the art of resizing your designs to fit different platforms and purposes\, ensuring consistency across all your materials.\n\n\n\n\nPractical Application: Participate in a live session where you’ll see how easy it is to create a graphic for a business campaign\, and get the guidance from an expert on how to use the platform for your own business.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/using-canva-to-create-content-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar: Why ESG is Good For Business and the Planet
DESCRIPTION:Join the experts at Positive Planet to understand why ESG is good for the planet and good for business. \n\n\n\n\nEnvironmental\, Social\, and Governance (ESG) is rapidly becoming a core business priority\, not just for large corporates\, but increasingly for SMEs. This lunch & learn webinar provides a practical introduction to ESG\, breaking down its key phases from materiality assessment through to strategy development and effective reporting. \nWe will explore why ESG data requests are accelerating across supply chains\, driven by investors\, regulators\, and larger organisations\, and what this means for smaller businesses. Beyond compliance\, the session will highlight how ESG can be used as a genuine competitive advantage\, introducing five key levers that can unlock strategic value\, from cost savings and risk management to revenue growth and brand differentiation. \nFinally\, we will cover clear\, actionable steps to help you get started on your ESG journey\, ensuring you can respond confidently to stakeholder demands while building long term business resilience.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/lunch-learn-webinar-why-esg-is-good-for-business-and-the-planet/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T170000
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SUMMARY:Action Hour: The Creative Leader – UK–USA Special
DESCRIPTION:On 6th May at 4:00 PM\, I’ll be joining Stefan Mumaw (TEDx Speaker\, LinkedIn Learning Author & bestselling writer) for a special UK–USA collaboration: \n✨ Action Hour: The Creative Leader – UK–USA Special ✨ \nWe’ll be diving into creativity in leadership\, how to bring ideas to life in organisations\, and how leaders can inspire cultures of innovation. It’s going to be practical\, energising\, and honestly… such a fun session to deliver. \nHere’s the link to join us:\n👉 Register here: https://seats.org.uk/event/action-hour-the-creative-leader-uk-usa-special/ \nI would really love to see you there; your presence would mean a lot.\nIf you know anyone else who would benefit from this session\, please do pass along the invite (attached). The more creative minds in the room\, the better!
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/action-hour-the-creative-leader-uk-usa-special/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260511T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T200736
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SUMMARY:From idea to clarity: Define what your business stands for
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use Canva to brainstorm ideas\, organise and shape your brand visually and strategically.\n\n\n\nThis is the first session in a week-long series of free webinars from Enterprise Nation and Canva\, created to help small business founders sharpen their marketing and build stronger brands. \nTo stand out as a small business owner or consultant\, you need more than a great offer. You need a clear value proposition that shows exactly why you’re the right choice. \nIn this session\, Rob Boliver will help you uncover what truly sets you apart. \nYou’ll move from a messy brain-dump of ideas to a clear\, confident brand identity using a simple\, practical process. \nYou’ll also learn how to use Canva Whiteboards to brainstorm\, organise and shape your brand visually and strategically. \nBy the end\, your founder story won’t just be a bio\, but a narrative that attracts your ideal audience. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nWhy branding matters for founders in 2026\n\n\nHow to use Canva to brainstorm\, “moodboard” and shape your brand visually\n\n\nHow to develop a founder story and clear niche that feels right for you\n\nAbout the speaker\nRob Boliver is a Canva Verified Expert\, Design Engineer and Technical Artist AI based in Galway\, Ireland. With over 585\,000 YouTube subscribers and a course platform (UniCanva) with more than 11\,000 students\, Rob has spent years helping founders\, entrepreneurs and small business owners build brands that actually feel like them. \nHe specialises in making the brand-building process practical and visual\, using tools like Canva to help people move from scattered ideas to a clear\, confident identity. His work sits at the intersection of design\, AI and online business\, and he collaborates with global tech companies on AI-driven design experiences. \nRob is known for breaking down complex creative processes into simple\, actionable steps that anyone can follow\, whether they are just starting out or looking to sharpen a brand they have been building for years. \nIf you have any questions you’d like Rob to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/from-idea-to-clarity-define-what-your-business-stands-for/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Build a magnetic brand: Turn clarity into marketing assets
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use Canva to turn your brand positioning into a polished\, consistent visual identity. \n\n\n\n\nThis is the second session in a week-long series of free webinars from Enterprise Nation and Canva\, created to help small business founders sharpen their marketing and build stronger brands. \nToday\, you don’t need an expensive branding agency or a full-time design team to build a brand that gets attention. \nIn this session\, Sydney Sam will break down the essential visual assets every founder needs\, from high-impact imagery to social templates that stop people scrolling. \nYou’ll learn how to use Canva to turn your brand positioning into a polished\, consistent visual identity. From smart templates to a refined brand kit – including your logo\, colours\, fonts and imagery – you’ll discover how to create content that looks premium\, without the premium price tag. \nBy the end\, you’ll be designing “thumb-stopping” content that feels aligned\, professional and true to your brand. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nHow to translate your brand positioning into professional visual assets\n\n\nWhere to start creating polished content in Canva using smart templates and a cohesive brand kit\n\n\nPractical Canva hacks to achieve a premium aesthetic without the agency price tag\n\nAbout the speaker\nSydney is a global brand strategist\, an entrepreneur and a venture-building advisor with 15 years of experience helping founders across Africa\, the UK and the US turn early ideas into revenue engines\, iconic brands and resilient teams. \nHe’s widely regarded for his ability to blend clear strategy\, creative execution and founder development into practical systems that accelerate growth. \nSydney supports business founders through one-on-one coaching\, accelerator mentorship\, venture training and hands-on brand execution through his creative-tech platform Workspace Global. \nIf you have any questions you’d like Sydney to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/build-a-magnetic-brand-turn-clarity-into-marketing-assets/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:From idea to impact: Build campaigns that stand out
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn your positioning into high-impact marketing that stops the scroll and starts conversations. \n\n\n\n\nThis is the third session in a week-long series of free webinars from Enterprise Nation and Canva\, created to help small business founders sharpen their marketing and build stronger brands. \nIn a crowded marketplace\, a brand’s strategy is only as strong as its execution. It’s time to move beyond one-off posts that drain your energy and start thinking on a campaign level. \nIn this session\, Martha Keith will show you how to turn your positioning into high-impact marketing that stops the scroll and starts conversations. \nYou’ll learn how to create cohesive campaigns that work across social\, email and even physical touchpoints\, so your brand shows up consistently wherever your audience is. \nWhether you’re launching a product or a service\, you’ll discover how to make your marketing feel less like isolated content and more like a connected experience people will remember. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nHow to move from one-off posts to 360-degree campaigns that drive results\n\n\nHow to create content that connects across social media and email\n\n\nA simple framework for designing creative that stops people scrolling and captures attention fast\n\nAbout the speaker\nMartha is the founder and CEO of Martha Brook\, a personalised stationery and lifestyle brand that has grown into a global e-commerce success. \nShe knows first-hand what it takes to build a brand from scratch using digital tools\, from design and content creation\, to marketing and selling online. \nIn 2024\, she founded Business Secrets Club\, a community of 135\,000 small business owners\, where she shares practical guidance on marketing\, strategy and growth. \nShe is a member of the British Library Advisory Council and an Ambassador for the Business & IP Centre. \nIf you have any questions you’d like Martha to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/from-idea-to-impact-build-campaigns-that-stand-out/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Bootstrapped but beautiful: turn your brand into sales
DESCRIPTION:Explore how to move beyond traditional sales tactics and build a community-first approach to growth that feels authentic and sustainable. \n\n\n\n\nThis is the fifth and final session in a week-long series of free webinars from Enterprise Nation and Canva\, created to help UK founders sharpen their marketing\, build stronger brands\, and grow with confidence. Expect practical guidance\, fresh ideas\, and tools you can put into action straight away. \nIn this fireside chat\, SEO experts Areej AbuAli and Freddie Chatt will discuss founder-led marketing strategies that build trust and drive real conversions. The conversation will explore how to optimise your key digital touchpoints\, from your homepage to your checkout flow\, so your brand delivers a seamless\, high-quality customer experience. \nYou’ll also discover how to move beyond traditional sales tactics and build a community-first approach to growth that feels authentic\, sustainable\, and genuinely aligned with your brand. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nLearn how to design a customer journey that moves someone from a social post to a confirmed order\nDiscover practical ways to optimise your website or product pages to reduce friction and increase value\nUnderstand how to grow your revenue while maintaining a strong\, personal brand\n\nAbout the speakers\nAreej AbuAli is the founder of Women in Tech SEO\, a global community for marketers working at the intersection of marketing and technology. Since launching in 2019\, the community has grown to over 12\,000 members and 60\,000 followers worldwide\, connecting professionals through online groups\, mentorship programmes\, and conferences across the UK\, Europe\, and the USA. Based in London\, Areej is an international speaker\, a Google Women Techmakers Ambassador\, a UN Women UK Delegate\, and the author of Community Building for Marketers. \nFreddie Chatt is an e-commerce SEO consultant with over 10 years of experience in SEO\, including five years at Amara\, building its SEO channel to over £10 million in annual revenue. Since going freelance in 2020\, Freddie has helped online stores grow through search and writing the e-commerce SEO newsletter Search to Sale\, which is trusted by SEOs at Lego\, Gymshark\, Target\, Adidas and more. \nIf you have any questions you’d like Areej and Freddie to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \n——————————- \nHow to join the online webinar\nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll receive an automatic email\, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite\, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.) \nAbout Enterprise Nation\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. Join today to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/bootstrapped-but-beautiful-turn-your-brand-into-sales/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Do's & Don'ts for Success
DESCRIPTION:Finding it hard to make LinkedIn work for your business? Many small business owners set up a profile but post irregularly or struggle to engage the right audience\, then wonder why results don’t follow. \nThis workshop focuses on giving you LinkedIn strategies that generate meaningful connections and business growth. You’ll optimise your profile\, craft engaging content\, and network effectively. By the end\, you’ll have practical skills and actionable strategies to make LinkedIn a powerful tool for your business. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nOptimising Your Profile: Learn how to create a professional and compelling LinkedIn profile that attracts the right audience.\n\n\n\n\nBuilding a Network: Discover strategies for connecting with potential clients\, collaborators\, and industry peers effectively.\n\n\n\n\nCreating Engaging Content: Explore how to post updates\, articles\, and multimedia content that positions you as an expert in your field.\n\n\n\n\nGenerating Leads: Learn practical methods to identify prospects\, start conversations\, and turn connections into opportunities.\n\n\n\n\nPersonal Branding on LinkedIn: Understand how to present your business consistently and authentically to build trust.\n\n\n\n\nAnalytics & Growth: Learn how to monitor engagement\, track performance\, and adjust your LinkedIn activity for maximum impact.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/linkedin-dos-donts-for-success-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Successful Email Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like your emails just aren’t getting noticed? You’re not alone! Many small business owners send out emails but aren’t sure how to make them really work. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll learn the basics of email marketing — how to write messages people actually want to read\, send them to the right people\, and see what’s working (and what’s not). \nWe’ll cover simple\, practical steps to help you: \n\n\nGet started in collecting data\n\n\n\n\nCreating emails that connect with your audience\n\n\n\n\nShare updates\, offers\, or stories that keep people interested\n\n\n\n\nUse easy tools to send and track your emails\n\n\nBy the end\, you’ll feel confident using email as a simple and effective way to stay in touch with your customers and grow your business. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nBuilding a Solid Foundation: Learn the fundamentals of email marketing\, from creating subscriber lists to segmenting your audience for targeted messaging.\n\n\n\n\nThe Legal Bits: Get an understanding of the legalities of email marketing including Marketing Consent (GDPR) and unsubscribes.\n\n\n\n\nCrafting Irresistible Content: Dive deep into the art of crafting emails that captivate your audience.\n\n\n\n\nAutomation and Personalisation: Explore the power of automation to streamline your email campaigns and the art of personalisation to create a tailored experience for each recipient.\n\n\n\n\nThe Customer Journey: Learn how to utilise email marketing for more than just conversion. Nurture your customers and create touchpoints to improve customer engagement.\n\n\n\n\nAnalytics and Optimisation: Learn how to track and interpret key metrics\, identify areas for improvement\, and optimise your campaigns for maximum impact.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/strategies-for-successful-email-marketing-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Using Canva to Create Content
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design eye-catching graphics that elevate your brand and engage your audience without needing a design degree or expensive software\, with this beginners guide to using Canva! \nStruggling to create professional-looking visuals for your business? Many small business owners find themselves overwhelmed by design tools or rely on costly designers for every project. Introducing Canva – your key to success (and less stress!) \nIn this workshop we’ll be looking at the potential for our business by using Canva – and you’ll learn how to navigate the platform\, design with purpose and ease\, and maintain brand consistency to captivate your customers and build marketing materials that help you to reach your business goals. By the end\, you’ll have the confidence and skills to produce high-quality visuals that resonate with your audience\, put your best foot forward\, and unlock new possibilities for your marketing! \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\nGetting Started with Canva: Understand how to sign up\, set up your account\, and navigate the platform’s interface.\n\n\n\n\nCreating a Brand Kit: Learn how to establish a cohesive brand identity by setting up your brand kit\, including logos\, colours\, and fonts.\n\n\n\n\nDesigning Graphics: Discover how to create various graphics\, from social media posts to posters\, using Canva’s templates and tools.\n\n\n\n\nResizing Designs: Master the art of resizing your designs to fit different platforms and purposes\, ensuring consistency across all your materials.\n\n\n\n\nPractical Application: Participate in a live session where you’ll see how easy it is to create a graphic for a business campaign\, and get the guidance from an expert on how to use the platform for your own business.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/using-canva-to-create-content-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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