• Green Growth Programme

    Online

    A Free 6-Week Programme for Small Businesses - Unlock the financial power of sustainability! Run by Small Business Britain in partnership with BT Sustainability isn’t just good for the planet - it’s good for business. Join our brand new 6-week programme designed to help small businesses discover the financial benefits of becoming more sustainable. Each ... Read more

    Free
  • Southend Local Business Pledges

    Park Inn by Radisson Palace Park Inn, Church Road, Southend-on-Sea

    We are delighted to invite you to this event for local businesses, charities and inclusion teams to collaborate and share information about an untapped talent pool of Southend-on-Sea City Council Care Leavers. Throughout the day, you will hear powerful stories that highlight the journeys of care-experienced young people and the positive impact that collaborative support ... Read more

    Free
  • 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
  • SE..whO Breaking down the basics of SEO

    Zoom

    In an era where online presence is a necessity, understanding the fundamentals of search engine optimisation (SEO) is crucial for individuals and businesses alike. Navigating this dynamic landscape, can appear overwhelming and complicated for small business owners, but Let’s Do Marketing are here to help.   This 2-hour webinar breaks down the basics of SEO, ... Read more

    £30.00
  • An introduction to Start Up Loans

    Online

    With a host of free nationwide and regional in-person events, webinars and more, Business Finance Week helps smaller businesses learn about the different finance options that may be available to them to support their individual needs. Since being launched in 2016, over 122,000 businesses have benefited from a government-backed Start Up Loan. Join colleagues from ... Read more

    Free
  • HR Prime FREE training session – Absence Management (Including Mental Health)

    Online

    HR Prime FREE training session - Absence Management (Including Mental Health) Welcome to our Zoom training session focusing on absence management, with a special emphasis on Mental Health. Join us for an informative and interactive session where you'll learn valuable insights and best practices in managing employee absences effectively, especially in relation to mental health ... Read more

    Free
  • Lunch and Learn: Building a loved local brand

    Webinar

    In this webinar, Teresa Ferreira, creative director and founder of Ferrgood Studio, shares some practical ways to cultivate a positive and beloved brand presence in your immediate local community. Learn how to foster customer loyalty, increase footfall and drive sustainable growth. Topics covered in this session How to identify the key elements that contribute to a ... Read more

    Free
  • Future focus: Ideas, funding and the market

    Online

    Join the British Business Bank for an interactive virtual roundtable discussion on funding strategies, growth hacks, market trends, and key resources to fuel your smaller business. Gain valuable insights into how business finance really works and discover tools and support systems that could help accelerate the growth of your business. Have a burning question? Ask ... Read more

    Free
  • Southend Business Partnership Briefing 9 October 2025

    Maritime Room, Cliffs Pavilion Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex

    The morning will have on offer a free light breakfast, networking opportunities and a round of updates from local providers. The focus of the event will be around AI. AI presentation will be from the AI Guys:- An AI automation agency empowering your business with intelligent automation. Space East will also be presenting on funding and advice ... Read more

    Free