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SUMMARY:March Virtual Networking
DESCRIPTION:Forge Stronger Connections at Our Virtual Networking  \nStart your morning with meaningful conversations\, industry insights\, and new opportunities at our upcoming Virtual Networking session. Whether you’re looking to broaden your connections or share your expertise\, this friendly\, informal event is the ideal space to grow your network. \nOur engaging breakout rooms make it easy to have authentic conversations with professionals from across Essex\, helping you build relationships\, gain fresh perspectives\, and stay informed about what’s happening in the local business community. \nYour network remains one of your most valuable assets. Take this chance to expand and strengthen it. We look forward to welcoming you. \nDate:   Wednesday 18 March 10.00am to 11.30am \nPlatform:   Zoom\nCost:   FREE for Members. Non-Members £35.00 + VAT \nAgenda\n9.50am – Sign into Zoom Meeting\n10.00am – Welcome introduction from a Client Relationship Manager\n10.05am – Networking\n11.30am – Meeting finishes \nFeedback from previous virtual networking sessions:\n“As always\, the set up and arrangements by ECoC were first class and superbly executed. Sincere thanks to everyone involved for a very enjoyable morning.”
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SUMMARY:Penguin Random House Networking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Back by Popular Demand – Exclusive Members Only Networking Event & Site Tour at Penguin Random House Distribution  \nFollowing the outstanding success of last year’s visit\, we are delighted to invite Members once again to an exclusive Networking Event and Site Tour at Penguin Random House Distribution (PRHD) in Colchester. \nAre you looking to broaden your professional network while gaining rare behind-the-scenes access to one of the world’s most influential publishing organisations? This special event offers the perfect opportunity. \nAs one of the UK’s largest and most respected book distributors\, PRHD is once again opening its doors to Essex Chambers Members for an immersive experience inside their state-of-the-art Colchester facilities. This visit will provide an updated\, firsthand look at the innovations and operations powering global book distribution today. \nAttendees will enjoy a unique opportunity to explore PRHD’s advanced logistics systems and discover how millions of books are processed\, packed\, and dispatched every year to retailers and readers worldwide. Whether you attended last year or are joining for the first time\, the tour promises fresh insights into the ever-evolving world of publishing and distribution. \nJoin us for: \nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with professionals from across Essex\, exchange ideas\, and build new relationships in a dynamic and engaging environment. \nExclusive Insights from PRHD Experts: Hear directly from industry specialists about the latest developments\, challenges\, and innovations shaping book distribution today. \nGuided Tour of PRHD Facilities: Go behind the scenes at one of the UK’s premier distribution centres and gain an up-to-date look at the sophisticated processes behind global publishing logistics. \nThis event is ideal for professionals with an interest in publishing\, supply chain logistics\, operational excellence\, or anyone curious about the intricate systems that keep the world’s books moving.\n\nDate:   Thursday 26 March   11.00am – 1.45pm\nVenue:   Penguin Random House UK  Colchester Road\, Frating\, Colchester\, Essex CO7 7DW\nCosts to attend:   Members Early-Bird £25.00 + VAT   |   Members Standard  £30.00 + VAT   \nOnly TWO attendees per Company\n\nMember Early Bird bookings close on 12 February 2026\, any tickets booked after this time will be at full price.  \nAgenda: Subject to change\n   11:00am – Registration and Networking\n11:40am – Welcome from Essex Chamber\n11.45am – Presentation from Penguin Random House\n11.55pm – Tours Commence\n12:40pm – Lunch & Networking\n1:45pm – Event ends
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/penguin-random-house-networking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Penguin Random House UK\, Colchester Road\, Frating Colchester\, CO7 7DW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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