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SUMMARY:Understanding different types of business finance
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin the British Business Bank for a free webinar that explores the different types of finance available to smaller businesses across the UK. \nFrom Equity investment to Debt finance\, our experts will guide you through the characteristics of each\, helping you find the right type of finance for your business needs. \nThis event will be delivered in partnership with UMI. \nThis event is aimed at individuals new to finance. \n\n\nSpeakers\n\nTBC
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/understanding-different-types-of-business-finance/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Finance Week 2025,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Building a loved local brand
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn how to foster customer loyalty\, increase footfall and drive sustainable growth. \nTopics covered in this session\n\nHow to identify the key elements that contribute to a “loved” local brand that stands out on the high street\n\n\nA simple framework for connecting with customers through storytelling\, visuals and tone of voice\n\n\nBudget-friendly ways to enhance shopfronts and digital channels\n\n\nOther resources and tools you can use to build your brand\n\nIf you have any questions you’d like Teresa to answer during the webinar\, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com. \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/lunch-and-learn-building-a-loved-local-brand/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Webinar
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SUMMARY:How to create a compelling business plan in numbers Event details
DESCRIPTION:Join our webinar designed to help you write a successful business plan in numbers. \nLearn what makes a business plan compelling to investors and lenders and gain practical tips on how to present your vision and strategy effectively in numbers. \nAimed at start-ups and early-stage entrepreneurs\, this session will equip you with the tools and insights to create a robust and persuasive business plan. \nThis webinar will be delivered in partnership with FundingHero Limited and Mercia Ventures. \nThis webinar is aimed at individuals new to finance. \n\n\nSpeakers\n\nJim Shirley\, Founder\, FundingHero Limited\nLewis Stringer\, Senior Manager\, UK Network – East and South-East Midlands\, British Business Bank\nSandy Reid\, Fund Principal\, Mercia Ventures
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/how-to-create-a-compelling-business-plan-in-numbers-event-details/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business Finance Week 2025,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Business Confidence for Disabled and Neurodivergent Founders
DESCRIPTION:Please join Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank for a LILAC Centre webinar. \n‘Business Confidence for Disabled and Neurodivergent Founders’ will be presented by Suzi Payton. You can register now to join this free\, one-hour online session. \nDate: Tuesday 28th April\nTime: 10.00am – 11.00am\nLocation: Online via Zoom \nSuzi is a late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic speaker\, comedian and coach\, helping neurodivergent individuals embrace their true selves with confidence and authenticity. \nThrough a mix of coaching and optional comedy\, she empowers people to feel in control and unapologetic. Drawing on her lived experience\, Suzi delivers inspiring and humorous talks that raise awareness of ADHD and autism.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-confidence-for-disabled-and-neurodivergent-founders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:How to take back your time with AI-powered tools | Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:In this Lunch and Learn\, Dropbox’s Andy Wilson and Reclaim.ai’s Elizabeth Werdnik will explore how small businesses can boost productivity and take control of their time using AI-powered tools. \nMany AI solutions promise efficiency\, but the real value comes from tools that understand how you work. \nAndy will share how AI can help cut through the noise by automating tasks\, surfacing relevant insights\, and freeing up time for more strategic and creative work. He will also demonstrate how Dropbox Dash\, an AI-powered universal search tool\, helps teams find\, organise\, and secure company information more efficiently\, accelerating the journey from finding information to creating and acting upon it. \nAndy will also be joined by Elizabeth Werdnik from Reclaim.ai\, who will share how AI-powered scheduling can help teams better manage their time\, protect focus\, and optimise daily workflows. \nJoin us to learn how Dropbox and Reclaim.ai can work together to improve workflow efficiency and productivity\, with opportunities for discussion\, audience participation\, and questions throughout. \nIf you have any questions you’d like Andy and Elizabeth 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/how-to-take-back-your-time-with-ai-powered-tools-lunch-and-learn/
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