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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.
Use paid social media advertising to reach the right audience, drive traffic, and achieve real business results – without wasting money on ineffective ads. Many small business owners struggle with paid campaigns because they run ads without a clear strategy, leaving them frustrated when results don’t match their expectations. This workshop focuses on ... Read more
Get your business found online by the people who need you most. Tired of feeling like your website is invisible? You’re not alone. Many small business owners put time and effort into building their website but still struggle to show up in search results. This workshop will help you fix that. You’ll learn simple, practical ... Read more
The next Southend/Rochford Business Breakfast Networking event, in collaboration with the Launchpad, Airport Business Park, Cherry Orchard Way, Rochford, SS4 1YH Essex. If you fancy meeting like-minded businesspeople, grow your connections that could lead to collaborations and growth for your business then come along to the Breakfast networking from 8.00-10.00am Come and meet fellow Essex ... Read more
Learn how email marketing can help your business grow. Ever feel like your emails just aren’t getting noticed? You’re not alone! Many small business owners send out emails but aren’t sure how to make them really work. In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of email marketing — how to write messages people actually want ... Read more
Learn how to design eye-catching graphics that elevate your brand and engage your audience without needing a design degree or expensive software, with this beginners guide to using Canva! Struggling to create professional-looking visuals for your business? Many small business owners find themselves overwhelmed by design tools or rely on costly designers for every project. ... Read more
High‑energy networking with a twist: fast connections,Guest speaker Michael, burritos, and optional golf. Meet great people and have fun. 6:00 – 6:30 PM | Arrival & Welcome Guests arrive, register, grab a drink, and start informal networking. 6:30 – 6:40 PM | Opening Remarks (Tak / Host) A short introduction to welcome everyone and explain ... Read more
Please join Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank for a LILAC Centre webinar. ‘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. Date: Tuesday 28th April Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Location: Online via Zoom Suzi is a late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic speaker, comedian and ... Read more
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. Many AI solutions promise efficiency, but the real value comes from tools that understand how you work. Andy will share how AI can help cut through ... Read more
Join the experts at Positive Planet to understand why ESG is good for the planet and good for business. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is rapidly becoming a core business priority, not just for large corporates, but increasingly for SMEs. This lunch & learn webinar provides a practical introduction to ESG, breaking down its key phases ... Read more
Heard everyone talking about AI but still aren't sure what it actually means for your business? Have you tried a tool or two, felt quietly underwhelmed and wondered if you're missing something obvious? In this Lunch and Learn, Charlotte Boundy explains how to start using AI and automation in a way that's practical, clear and specific to ... Read more
