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SUMMARY:Green Growth Programme
DESCRIPTION:A Free 6-Week Programme for Small Businesses – Unlock the financial power of sustainability!\nRun by Small Business Britain in partnership with BT \nSustainability 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. \nEach week\, you’ll learn from expert trainers and sustainability leaders\, explore practical actions you can take right away\, and hear real stories from fellow small businesses who are turning sustainability into growth. \nWhether you’re just starting or looking to build on existing efforts\, this programme will give you the tools and insights to succeed. \nProgramme Overview \n18 September 11am: The Business Case for Sustainability\nExplore why sustainability is a smart business strategy. Learn how small changes can lead to big savings and increased resilience\, with insights from the landmark Willow Review. \n25 September 11am: Quick Wins – The 5-Point Plan for Sustainability\nDiscover low-cost\, high-impact actions you can implement straight away using our proven 5-point plan tailored for SMEs. \n2 October 11am: AI and Sustainability  \nUnpack how AI and digital tools can support sustainability and efficiency in your business\, and learn about greener ways to use it. \n9 October 11am: Marketing Green – Attract More Customers\nLearn how to authentically communicate your sustainability story and tap into growing customer demand for ethical\, eco-conscious brands. \n16 October 11am: Money Talks – Finance and Funding for Sustainability\nFind out what grants\, loans\, and green finance options are available\, and how to successfully pitch for them. \n23 October 11am: Sustain the Gains – Planning for Long-Term Impact\nMake a long-term plan for sustainable growth. Discover how to measure your impact and stay connected with the right tools and communities. \nEach session includes expert-led training\, practical takeaways\, and a spotlight on a small business already making sustainability work for them. \nAll sessions will be recorded and will be available on a private page on the Small Business Britain website.
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SUMMARY:Disabled Entrepreneurs Networking
DESCRIPTION:A friendly\, supportive and productive monthly virtual networking meeting for entrepreneurs with any form of disability or health issues. \nThis is a regular opportunity to bring together business owners with any form of physical or mental health issues to network together\, advise each other and build up contacts across the whole of the UK. \nThe monthly online networking session will feature a short 10 minute talk by a speaker with a health issue – or someone who is an advocate for those with a disability – before we go into breakout rooms so attendees can network with one another in a friendly and supportive environment. \nSpeaker \n \nThis September\, our guest speaker is Chris Naylor from Bnode who will be sharing how organisations can build digital spaces that are open\, fair\, and accessible to everyone. \nWhat barriers do disabled people (including those who are neurodivergent) face when using websites\, completing online forms\, or joining virtual events? These barriers are not minor\, they can block people from accessing your services and opportunities. \nChris is an expert in digital accessibility. Through Bnode\, he has developed tools and strategies that put inclusion at the centre of digital design. His mission is clear: “Digital Done Right”\, a commitment to ethical\, sustainable\, and accessible digital practices. \nAttendees will gain: \n\nInsight into common accessibility barriers and how they impact users.\nQuick wins you can apply straight away\, from better labels to accessible colour choices.\nThe benefits to your business for being more inclusive.\nResources and approaches to embed accessibility in your digital work long-term.\n\nYou’ll leave with a heightened awareness of digital inclusion\, the knowledge and confidence to spot barriers\, and how and why to start embedding accessibility into your organisation’s online presence. This is about more than compliance\, it is about fairness\, usability\, and building digital spaces that welcome everyone. \nThese virtual networking meetings are part of the FSB’s ongoing Business Without Barriers campaign which aims to encourage inclusive\, supportive workplaces and offer advice for the country’s army of disabled entrepreneurs. \nThis free #FSBConnectOnline networking is open to all businesses – both FSB members and non-members are welcome to attend\, so please feel free to share with your networks. \nPlease note that subtitles will automatically be enabled for this virtual networking event. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nOur events and activities\, including those focused on a specific issue or equality characteristic\, are open to all. We encourage shared learning\, wider conversations\, and a collective responsibility to inclusivity through allyship\, where marginalised groups are supported by others. \nImportant Notice: \nPlease be advised that bookings will close 70 minutes prior to the event start time to allow sufficient time for customer service support. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/disabled-entrepreneurs-networking-2/
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