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Community and Events

Launchpad brings great businesses and people together and unites them in a culture of support, inspiration, and shared success.

We want people to feel like they are a part of something exciting and progressive – because they truly are! Surround yourself with inspiring individuals, experts, and resources that can help turn your innovative ideas into a successful venture.

By meeting and working with other driven entrepreneurs, you can find the perfect collaborator or mentor to help propel your business forward. That’s why Launchpad regularly offers free networking events and workshops where you can connect with like-minded individuals in your industry.

Upcoming Events

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

Understanding different types of business finance

Webinar

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. Join the British Business Bank for a free webinar that explores the different types of finance available to smaller ... 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

How to create a compelling business plan in numbers Event details

Webinar

Join our webinar designed to help you write a successful business plan in numbers. Learn 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. Aimed at start-ups and early-stage entrepreneurs, this session will equip you with the tools and ... 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

Financing greener assets to unlock better business performance

Online

Join the British Business Bank for a dynamic panel discussion exploring the evolving landscape of business finance for green assets, including practical examples of financial products and the businesses using them. Beneath the geopolitical noise, investment in lower carbon assets and business models could offer long-term commercial opportunities. Yet newer, greener assets can feel unfamiliar ... Read more

Free

Leadership, Management & Communication Workshop.

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

Great leadership isn’t just about position — it’s about impact.  This intensive Leadership, Management & Communication Workshop is designed to help you:   ✔ Communicate more effectively across teams  ✔ Lead with confidence, clarity and purpose  ✔ Manage people and priorities with real impact   📍 In-person at Launchpad Southend(with lunch & refreshments)  🗓️ 15 Oct (full ... Read more

£595.00

Leigh-on-Sea Business Expo

Belfair Methodist Church Hall Eastwood Road North, Leigh On Sea, Essex

The second Leigh-on-Sea Business Expo is being organised by Southend-on-Sea City Council - Business-on-Sea in partnership with Leigh-on-Sea.com It will provide a marketplace of local businesses and services. This is open to residents and businesses, so why not pop along and join us.

Free

Understanding and Developing a Marketing Strategy

Online

An area that many small and new businesses struggle with is developing and defining their marketing approach. Creating a marketing strategy document is something every business owner should do before you start marketing your business. This document not only helps you discover your target market, your focus for messaging, and your strengths as a business, ... Read more

£35.00

Festival of Business: Building a Greater Essex

Chelmsford City Racecourse Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom

Back for its fourth year, our premier event for businesses across Essex to connect, collaborate, and celebrate success will be held on Wednesday 5 November, from 10.00am until 3.00pm at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Essex is a powerhouse of innovation, enterprise, and opportunity, making this year’s theme “Building a Greater Essex” the perfect place to focus on strengthening our local economy, celebrating ... Read more

Free

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