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SUMMARY:Essex Virtual Networking
DESCRIPTION:Interested in finding out what free support and advice is available to Essex based SME’s? Want to start\, grow and establish your business? All of which from the comfort of your own environment? Well this virtual networking opportunity is where you can meet with like-minded entrepreneurs\, self-employed people and small business owners\, to network\, collaborate\, promote your services and support each other in the Essex area. \nThe meeting will take place virtually for an hour. Look forward to a lively\, interactive session where attendees will each be given time to introduce themselves in a supportive\, unpressured environment. FSB has the aim of helping smaller businesses achieve their ambition\, and provide events such as virtual networking in order to reach their mission goal. As a result of previous success from these types of events\, they are providing more and more for people to utilise. \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. \nFSB offer their members a wide range of vital business services including advice\, financial expertise\, support and a powerful voice heard in government. If you are an existing FSB member or interested in becoming one\, there will also be FSB representatives on hand to talk to you about ensuring you get the most from your membership during this challenging time. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/essex-virtual-networking/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:First Steps to Start-up Success
DESCRIPTION:Looking to start-up or develop a new business or idea? Are you living in or have a business within Essex county? With no prior business knowledge required\, take part in an online comprehensive training course taking place over two days\, 2pm-5pm. \nThe workshop\, split into two bite-sized sessions\, will take you step-by-step through the process of creating and structuring your business through its formative stages. Focusing on how to prepare you and your finances\, and exploring your business idea in depth. You will look at how to market your business and put a plan of action in place. The courses intention is to help you develop the framework that will support you throughout your business journey. \nWhat’s covered? \n\nGetting yourself ‘business ready’\nMaking your marketing work\nBusiness banking\nManaging your business money\nPreparing for business planning\nYour next action steps\n\nWhen is it? \n\nWednesday 6th September – 14:00 – 17:00\nThursday 7th September – 14:00 – 17:00\n\nPlease be aware that attendance on both days is required. \nWho are Colbea? Colbea is a not-for-profit enterprise and business support agency. A known catalyst for business success across Essex\, who provide advice and training for start-up and established businesses. Their connections and resources are the building blocks for thousands of businesses. Will you be their next success story? \nIf you would like any further information or have any questions\, please contact us on 01206 548833 or email enquiries@colbea.co.uk
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/first-steps-to-start-up-success/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Southchurch Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:The first Southchurch Business Expo is being organised in partnership with Southend on Sea City Council Economic Development Team. \nIt will provide a marketplace of business support giving advice to new and established businesses. \nIt will offer advice to young entrepreneurs and potential new traders about setting up your own business and will highlight what businesses city wide are doing or can offer. \nBusinesses showcasing will have the opportunity to promote available job opportunities within their organisation. \nIt will promote the East of the city as a place to trade and set up business. \nThe event will be open from 8am to 12pm so why not drop in at anytime and network.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/southchurch-business-expo/
LOCATION:The Plaza Centre\, Southend Christian Fellowship\, 600 Southchurch Road\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS1 2PT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230921T013000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230921T163000
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SUMMARY:Digital Skills - Driving traffic to your website
DESCRIPTION:Need help driving traffic to your website? This course\, organised by Colbea\, can help with your SEO and grow your business online! \nOpen to all businesses and residents within Essex\, join our online event to gain a greater knowledge of SEO and learn how to build your online business. The course touches upon various topics within digital marketing that you can utilise when developing your digital presence. \nWhat’s covered? \nWith no previous marketing experience required\, the course will give you an understanding of online behaviour as a whole. You will learn about target audience\, who they are and how to effectively reach them. Along with budgeting for digital marketing\, in terms of how to set one specific to your company needs. As well as online and offline methods for driving traffic. Which includes SEO (search engine optimisation\,) paid search\, online advertising and PR. \nIf you are looking to attract customers to your website and grow your business online then this course is a must for you! \nWho are Colbea? Colbea is a not-for-profit enterprise and business support agency. A known catalyst for business success across Essex\, who provide advice and training for start-up and established businesses. Their connections and resources are the building blocks for thousands of businesses. Will you be their next success story?
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/grow-online-business-seo-course/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colbea":MAILTO:enquiries@colbea.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Ambitious Young People in Business\, a Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Empowering futures of ambitious young people in business is what Essex county council’s ambitious team are implementing through events such as this\, created especially for young business professionals in Essex! So\, if you are eager to empower your future\, bring your business cards\, get ready to connect and come along! \nConnect\, explore possibilities\, and discover opportunities with likeminded people over drinks and snacks. \nDuring the event you will:  \n\nHear from young professionals who have started their own business\, learn from their journey and apply those teachings to your own!\nGain an understanding of the power of LinkedIn and how it can bring communities together as well as encourage you to build vital connections.\nGet a chance to network and discuss what you want and how you can get it\, in terms of being successful in business!\n\nThis event was an idea of Annie’s\, a young professional who loves to network and meet individuals with similar aspirations. She has teamed up with Ambitious Essex\, to create an event focused on bringing together her peers in business\, in which you can empower your future. Whether you’re a young person just starting out\, someone who has an idea for business or you’re already working for an organisation\, this event is for you! Partake in an amazing opportunity to be part of a community who want to learn from one another and grow their potential. \nHow to get there: accessible by public transport\, and only a 10 minute walk from the train station. The nearest car parks are on Bond Street and High Chelmer\, but can be costly. Patch is next to Nandos behind MetroBank. \nPlease note: We will be taking some pictures on the day for our social channels\, just let us know on the day if you don’t want to be featured! \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/empower-your-future/
LOCATION:Patch Chelmsford\, Springfield Road\, Chelmsford\, CM2 6QR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Workshop & Networking Event on Digitalisation and Cyber Security in SMEs
DESCRIPTION:Are you a SME practitioner looking to embrace Digitalisation and Cybersecurity? Join the University of Essex at the Southend Campus for a ‘Digitalisation and Cyber Security in SMEs: Best Practices for Managers’ workshopping and networking event. \nIn today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape\, safeguarding your business against cyber incidents is paramount now more than ever. The workshop will provide you with the necessary understanding and basic tools to navigate this critical aspect effectively. Overall giving SME’s digitalisation and cybersecurity awareness and knowledge. \nDelivered by leading digitalisation and cyber security experts\, the event touches upon key areas of cyber security. In addition to encouraging discussion amongst yourself and like-minded individuals. The aim of this being to help you understand the specific threats to your organisation\, thus enabling you to build a cyber resilient SME! With the aid of professionals\, you will discover the fundamental principles of cybersecurity. Informing you how to implement them in a way that protects your SME from cyber attacks. After this you will gain an introduction into the Eastern Cyber Resilience Centre or ECRC. Building an understanding of how they can help you become more secure in your online space. The event will also accommodate a Q&A and Networking session\, with the intention of you getting your specific concerns addressed by the expert panel. \nThis workshop is funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) as part of the Digital Security by Design (DSbD) Programme. \nSME’s digitalisation and cybersecurity is crucial! If you are interested in not only finding out what is incorporated in such topics\, but also keen to learn how to apply them\, then this event is for you. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/digitalisation-cybersecurity-business-event/
LOCATION:The Forum\, The Forum\, Elmer Avenue\, Southend-on-Sea\, Select a State or Province:\, SS1 1NS\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Finance for Non-Financial Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Finance for Non-Financial Entrepreneurs: a 2-day course\, where you’ll gain a basic understanding of finance and accounting concepts to drive the success of your business. \nThis course aims to demystify the accounting language so that you are in control of the financial performance of your business\, helping you forecast for the future\, evaluate your current efforts\, and establish strategies to meet your goals. \nThe course will be run in person over two days\, in 7-hour sessions (with 1 hour lunch breaks) on 4th October & 5th October. \nEven if you plan to hire an accountant\, you still need to understand accounting information to make better\, more informed decisions about your business. This course will give you the tools necessary to have a better understanding of what the professionals are saying down the line\, so you can run your business better. \nYou’ll learn about double-entry bookkeeping\, trial balances\, profit and loss statements\, and other must-have accounting topics\, and in further sessions\, you’ll learn how to apply these techniques to manage your business better\, which will give you confidence and control when making financial decisions. \nWhat it covers: \n\nDouble-entry bookkeeping\nPreparation of profit and loss accounts\, balance sheets\, and cash-flow statements\nAnalysis of accounting reports\nControlling cash\nSources of funding\nBusiness planning\, budgets\, cash flow forecasting\, and variance analysis\nBreak-even analysis\nCapital appraisal\nProduct costing\n\nWho it is for: \nThe course is aimed at a whole range of businesses from start-up founders to local business owners to corporates and is geared to anyone without a finance or accounting background. Your business must be based in or shortly relocating to East Sussex. \nWho should attend: \n\nEntrepreneurs\nMicro business owners\nSmall business owners\nMiddle managers\nConsultants\nCoaches\nE-commerce businesses\nDigital marketers\nService based business owners\n\nSkills gained: \nThe full value from this course is only be gained by full participation in both days. After completing the course\, delegates will be able to: \n\nunderstand basic financial documents used in business\ninterpret the information in these documents\, and use it to manage day-to-day business activity\nbe more effective in their role\n\nThe course will be run in person over two days\, in 7-hour sessions (with 1 hour lunch breaks) on 4th October & 5th October. \n**Please note: lunch is not provided however\, there is a refreshments area for drinks and snacks** \nAbout the Organiser: Jim Fletcher ACMA GCMA \nJim is a dedicated business coach with 40 years’ commercial leadership experience. Drawing on his long career in the manufacturing and engineering sector\, Jim provides tailored coaching\, consultancy\, non-executive directorship and project management services\, across a full range of management\, finance\, sales & marketing and operations functions. \n \nThis workshop is organised by Backing Essex Business on behalf of Southend-On-Sea City Council and is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. \nThe UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place\, supporting local business\, and people and skills.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/finance-for-non-financial-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Finance
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new business or individual who needs to create or develop your finances to enable the future success of business? Well\, this workshop is for you! Join along to gain an introduction into finance. \nThe Fundamentals of Finance course\, run by Colbea\, covers many key topics to help you get your business financially set-up and ready to enter the world of trading. Here’s an overview of the course topics: \n\nUnderstanding a Profit & Loss Account\nGross Profit / Net Profit calculations\nBusiness Viability\, including the basics of Business Taxation\nHow to Present your Forecast within a Business Plan\nWorking Capital Management\nRaising the right finance for your business\nQuestion & Answer session\n\nThe session is held between the hours of 9.30am-12.30pm\, and via Zoom. Follow up business advice appointments can be made for any further business support. Aimed at any resident and business of any size\, at any stage\, and in any sector within Essex who are keen to get an introduction into finance. \nColbea\, the organiser\, is a catalyst for business success across Essex\, providing business advice\, training and office space for new and established businesses.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/fundamentals-of-finance/
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SUMMARY:Southend Sales Club
DESCRIPTION:Come join Sales Geek Essex for their brilliant Essex Southend Sales Club\, the home of free business growth and sales strategy masterclasses!! \nDuring the event\, you will explore a range of topics designed to help you as a business sell more and also change the way you perceive sales. \nWhy should you come???? Southend Sales Club understands that running your own business can be a lonely place. \nSo… \n\nCome share your experience and connect with other aspiring Essex business owners.\nAvoid the business growth pitfalls with learning from our masterclasses.\nBetter your awareness and knowledge on sales as a whole.\nEnjoy this fun opportunity to get a Geeky\, fresh and inspiring perspective and insight!\n\nThe event will be held at Launchpad\, Airport Business Park. A refreshing new workspace that encourages innovation and support\, bringing together great businesses and people. \nCurrently\, Sales Geek has several venues across Essex in Colchester\, Chelmsford\, Southend and Braintree\, so follow for your nearest and next event!
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/southend-sales-club-at-the-launchpad/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231017T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231017T210000
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SUMMARY:Data in a Cookieless World
DESCRIPTION:Data in a Cookieless World\, a live data networking event presented to you by Footprint Digital\, following on from the success of their event in February ‘The Sustainable Future of Digital.’ \nThis data networking event focus will be on consumer data. The data we have access to\, and more importantly the data we don’t. \nWe’ll be contemplating what a cookieless world might look like\, and how marketers can continue to make good decisions as their data pool dwindles. \nIt’s not all doom and gloom though – our panel will not only outline what you can legally do with your data\, but they’ll also provide actionable takeaways for making the most of cross channel data. \nIn partnership with our friends\, RPC\, at St Katharine Docks\, this is set to be a hugely important conversation on another of marketing’s hot topics. \nSpeakers include: \n\nSarah Edwards\, Director at Make it Clear\nSarah Willcocks\, CEO of Screen Pages\nKate Brinkley\, Head of Digital Planning at The Specialist Works\nKiran Dhoot\, Associate at RPC\nTom Cox\, Relationship Manager at Footprint Digital\n\nThe Agenda:  \n\n\n– 6pm-6.45pm: Networking\, complimentary drinks & canapes \n\n\n\n\n– 6:45pm-8pm: Panel Discussion and Q&A \n\n\n\n\n– 8pm-9pm: Networking & bowl food
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/data-networking-event/
LOCATION:RPC\, Saint Katharine's Way\, London\, E1W 1AA
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business Working From Home
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business and working from home can be an exciting and rewarding future! However\, it also comes with its own set of challenges and barriers to growth.  \nParticipate in a 3 hour free WFH workshop online that encourages work from home business growth. Where you will be equipped with the practical tools and strategies to challenge your mindset. \nIf you are interested in a WFH workshop and are in business\, look no further. These workshops are led by an expert and experience team\, who work with you to understand your aspirations\, plans and ambitions. Curating a tailored program of support\, specifically for individuals WFH whilst growing a business. \nSouthend Business Lift-Off is a programme designed to support entrepreneurs and enterprises in Southend-On-Sea to start\, sustain and grow. Created by Southend-On-Sea City Council who are in partnership with Deyton Bell\, funded by UK Shared Prosperity.  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/wfh-workshop-business-growth/
LOCATION:online workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231019T100000
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SUMMARY:Southend Business Partnership Briefing
DESCRIPTION:SBP also known as Southend Business Partnership have organised a briefing event that guarantees a great experience. On offer will be a free light breakfast\, networking opportunities and a round of business updates from local businesses and providers. \nThe event takes place for 2 hours 30minutes and will consist of two parts. From 7.30am-8.30am registration will occur including complimentary refreshments. Followed by a SBP briefing with speakers.  \nThe event is a fantastic opportunity to meet with other local businesses for essential networking. Along with a way of gaining beneficial information that can be used for supporting your business growth. Not only that\, but it will be encouraged to express thoughts on what Southend needs in order to enable businesses to recover and thrive. A worthwhile event for both you\, your business and the business world of Southend-On-Sea! \nThe Southend Business Partnership is a network of over 1500 business professionals across Southend. The Partnership brings together businesses from all sectors\, sizes and backgrounds to share best practice\, contacts\, knowledge and news. The early morning network sessions happen quarterly\, aiming to bring attention to locally relevant subjects. Interested in similar quarterly briefings? Subscribe to the free SBP membership at: Southend-on-Sea City Council (govdelivery.com) \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/sbp-networking/
LOCATION:The IronWorks\, 90 High Street\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS1 1JN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231101T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231101T130000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking machine insights using low cost IoT sensors: Power Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to know how long your machines are idling every day? Or how much energy it takes to make each of your products? Or how operator behaviour can have a direct impact on your bottom line. \nThe Smart Manufacturing Data Hub is hosting a Power Monitoring workshop on machine utilisation and monitoring to help manufacturers understand how to use information from their machinery to reduce idling time and optimise efficiency. \nThe team will introduce a low-cost power monitoring solution. An easy to set up\, non-intrusive sensor which will show the machines power and energy consumption in real time with the added benefit of collecting lots of this data over time. \nWe will then take you through how the collected information can be used to identify patterns and trends\, which can be used to drive change in your business. \nAgenda:  \n12:00-12.05pm– Welcome \n12.05-12:10pm– Introduction to the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub \n12:10-12:20pm– Understanding manufacturer challenges- mentimeter \n12:20-12:30pm– Low cost power monitoring solution \n12:30-12:45pm– Using data to understand machine utilisation and downtime monitoring \n12.45-12.55pm– Case studies and next steps \n12:55pm– Q&A \nInterested in a power monitoring workshop\, then look no further. Reserve your spot now and don’t miss out! 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/power-monitoring-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:East of England Food & Drink Growth Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Aimed at SME Food and Drink Manufacturers in the East of England! This is a DEFRA and Ambitious Essex event organised by the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and Essex County Council (ECC). \nAgenda: \n10:30-11:00: Registration \n11:00-12:00: Panel Discussion: Routes to Market (including Q&A) \n12:00-13:00: Lunch/Meet the Buyer/Meet the Expert \n13:00-14:00: Workshop: Innovation \n14:00-14:30: Meet the Expert \nSession details \nRoutes to market: Growing Resiliently \nDiscover opportunities across retail\, public sector\, exports\, and the visitor economy in this panel. The session will feature a line-up of industry experts. Focused discussions on the opportunities available to SME food and drink manufacturers across these different routes to market. \nMeet the Buyer \nWe are delighted to be hosting a Meet the Buyer session\, where selected attendees will have the opportunity to pitch their products to a buyer. We will share details about the buyers and how to apply in the coming weeks. \nInnovation \nInnovation isn’t just for tech companies. This workshop session will demystify innovation for SMEs and highlight the funding and support opportunities that are out there for your business. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their ideas on how we can support the sector to become more productive\, inclusive and sustainable through greater innovation.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/sme-food-drink-manufacturers/
LOCATION:The County Hotel\, 29 Rainsford Road\, Chelmsford\, CM1 2PZ
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UID:404-1699264800-1699275600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Got Something to Sell?
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re launching a new business or it’s in it’s early stages\, our free Got Something to Sell? workshop is your key to mastering the essentials of retail entrepreneurship. \nJoin us for a dynamic 3 hour workshop to uncover the Core Elements of Retail Success. Gain knowledge of… \n\nintricacies of retail operations\neffective sales strategies\npros & cons of diverse retail models: own premises\, wholesale\, concession or marketplace.\n\nAcquire practical tips and insider tricks to supercharge your retail profits. Work together to construct a Retail Profile and Loss account\, ensuring your business not only survives but thrives. Join our workshop and become a master in the art of selling for unparalleled success! \nIf you are interested in a retail entrepreneurship based workshop and are in business\, look no further. These workshops are led by an expert and experience team\, who work with you to understand your aspirations\, plans and ambitions. Curating a tailored program of support\, specifically for individuals with Something to Sell! \nSouthend Business Lift-Off is a programme designed to support entrepreneurs and enterprises in Southend-On-Sea to start\, sustain and grow. Created by Southend-On-Sea City Council who are in partnership with Deyton Bell\, funded by UK Shared Prosperity.  \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/retail-entrepreneurship-workshop/
LOCATION:Garon Park\, Garon Park\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS2 4FA\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231106T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231102T162414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T162414Z
UID:444-1699273800-1699277400@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Making sense of start-up funding: Where do I start?
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week 2023 workshops! \n  \nMaking sense of start-up funding: Where do I start?\nThe first step is always the hardest. Yet many founders aren’t aware of the financial support that they can access to help them succeed! \nBusiness loans and grants. Angel investment and pre-seed funding. There’s a whole ecosystem of support available\, but choosing the right product can be a challenge. \nListen to leading experts and start-up businesses who have begun their own finance journeys. Hear more and grasp the opportunities Start Up Loans can offer to your business. \nThis event is held in partnership with Start Up Loans. \nSpeakers:  \n\nLouis Taylor~ CEO\, British Business Bank\nLouise McCoy~ Managing Director\, British Business Bank\nAnthony Turner~ Director of Credit and Lending\, British Business Bank\n\nAlong with a panel of Start Up Loan Ambassadors. \n  \nThis event is part of Business Finance Week\, hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-finance-week/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231102T163335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T163335Z
UID:447-1699351200-1699356600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Unlocking potential for your business through diversity and sustainability
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week 2023 workshops! \n  \nUnlocking potential for your business through diversity and sustainability\n\n\nJoin us for an insightful event supporting equality\, diversity and inclusion\, where we will break down the biggest barriers to investment for diverse founders. \nYou’ll hear a comprehensive overview of how the external finance environment is evolving to meet broader needs\, plus we’ll also be discussing how to attract investment and why diversity\, inclusion and sustainability are so important. \nSpeakers: \n\nTony Greenham\, ESG Director\, British Business Bank\nJordan Dargue\, Founder\, Lifted Ventures\nHelen Oldham\, Founder\, Lifted Ventures\nJess Jackson\, Investment Manager\, Praetura Ventures\nHenrietta Boyd\, Co-Founder & Director\, HaloCycle\nNatalie Boswell\, Regional Development Director (North East\, Yorkshire and Lincolnshire)\, Lloyds Banking Group\n\n  \nThis event is part of Business Finance Week\, hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is held in partnership with Lifted Ventures.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-finance-week-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231103T091814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T091814Z
UID:449-1699360200-1699362000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Growing your business: An interview with a founder
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week 2023 workshops! \nGrow your business: An interview with a founder!\nLooking to scale up or stay ahead of the competition? Getting access to finance is essential for any business! But too often\, smaller businesses struggle to secure the right type of financing they need. \nThat’s why it’s important to explore all options available! Its encouraged to work with finance providers and investors. They understand your businesses’ unique needs. They can access the financing that’s right for you. No matter where or who you are! \nInterviewee: \nThom Elliot\, Founder of Pizza Pilgrims! \nInterviewed by a senior representative of British Business Bank\, get to know their business journey and how they got to where they are now. \nPizza Pilgrims serves slow-cooked Neapolitan pizza and meal kits at their pizzerias. Along with event work\, where they use dough that is freshly made\, offering an authentic and unique flavor to pizza lovers. \n  \nThis event is part of Business Finance Week\, hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-finance-week-grow-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231108T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231103T093101Z
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UID:451-1699437600-1699443000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Maintaining healthy levels of working capital
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week workshops! \n  \nMaintaining Healthy Levels of Working Capital\nMaintaining healthy levels of working capital is vital for operating and growing a business! Participate in a Business Finance Week Working Capital workshop and benefit from the teachings. \nWorking capital ensures you have enough money to keep your business going and cover your costs. It also helps entrepreneurs to seize growth opportunities such as taking on more employees\, launching a new product\, and doing business overseas. \nFunding can help maintain sufficient working capital and this online workshop will explore the finance options available to you. \nJoin us as we explore topics such as loans\, asset finance\, invoice financing and more with an expert panel drawn from across the South West. \nSpeakers: \n\nBarry Murphy\, Managing Director\, British Business Bank\nSteve Mayell\, Business Manager\, SWIG Finance\nNicola Hambly\, Associate Director\, Ignition Credit\nAnthony Persse\, Chief Executive\, Optimum Finance\nLouis Spencer\, Senior Relationship Manager\, NatWest\n\n  \nBusiness Finance Week Working Capital workshop is hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-finance-week-working-capital/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231109T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T110000
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CREATED:20231103T095014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T095014Z
UID:453-1699522200-1699527600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Investment for Innovation
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week 2023 workshops! \n  \nInvestment for Innovation\n\n\n\n\nInvestment can drive innovation\, so why not learn what makes angel investors tick? \nJoin us for a masterclass on angel investment to explore the funding journey and realities of equity investment. Hear directly from specialists in the investment industry and a business founder who has been through the process to secure investment. \nSpeakers: \n\nChantal Geall\, Chief Risk Officer\, British Business Bank\nAndy Littlewood\, Managing Director\, British Business Bank\nRoderick Beer\, Managing Director\, UKBAA\nJohn Stenhouse\, Founder & Business Support Manager\, Angels @ Essex\nFran Spooner\, Corporate Lawyer\, Marriott Harrison\n\n  \nThis event is part of Business Finance Week\, hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is in partnership with the UKBAA
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/investment-for-innovation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231109T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231103T124441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T124441Z
UID:455-1699533000-1699534800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Growing your business: An interview with a founder
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week 2023 workshops! \n  \nGrow your business: An interview with a founder!\nInnovation is the key to unlocking the full potential of your business and building the business of tomorrow. \nAre you a cutting edge start-up bringing the latest product to market? A business simply looking to stay competitive and meet your customer needs? Whatever your aim\, using finance to stay ahead of the curve is vital! \nReserve your spot now for a really informative and beneficial Business Finance Week Grow Your Business webinar! \nInterviewee: \nRobert Harwood\, CEO of Slingshot Simulations! \nInterviewed by a senior representative of British Business Bank to discuss his own business journey. Slingshot Simulations is a decision intelligence solutions company applying cutting edge data science to tackle the biggest problems we face today. \n  \nThis event is part of Business Finance Week\, hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/growing-your-business-an-interview-with-a-founder/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231110T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231023T141429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T141429Z
UID:435-1699610400-1699614000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Google Digital Garage Webinar - Get started with digital advertising
DESCRIPTION:Keen to develop and expand your knowledge and skills in digital advertising? This FREE online digital advertising course brought to you by Google Digital will do exactly that!  \nThis 1 hour online webinar\, organised by Southend on Sea City Council\, will teach you the essentials about digital advertising channels. Learn about search\, social and display advertising and the different ways these channels can support your digital marketing strategy. \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/google-digital-garage-webinar-get-started-with-digital-advertising/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231110T133000
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CREATED:20231103T125020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T125020Z
UID:460-1699619400-1699623000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:What next? Finance as a Journey
DESCRIPTION:From 6-10 November the British Business Bank\, along with several partners from across the UK\, will host Business Finance Week 2023 workshops! \n  \nWhat next? Business Finance as a Journey!\n\n\n\n\nBusiness finance is just the start. Financing can be a powerful tool for smaller businesses\, enabling them to fund growth\, invest in new equipment\, or take advantage of unexpected opportunities. \nBy accessing finance multiple times throughout the lifetime of your business\, you can unlock its full potential and achieve greater success than ever before. \nJoin us to hear from a range of businesses that have done just that. \nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nLouis Taylor~ CEO\, British Business Bank\nAngelene Woodland~ Chief Customer Officer\, British Business Bank\nDavid Hanney~ Co-Founder and CEO\, Alpkit\nNadeem Sarwar~ Founder and CEO\, Phlo\nJoanne O’Doherty~ Founder\, Kinsetsu\nJackie Crooks~ Founder\, Kinsetsu\n\n\n\n  \nThis event is part of Business Finance Week\, hosted by British Business Bank. \nThe British Business Bank is 100% Government owned\, but independently managed. We bring together expertise and capital to the smaller business finance markets. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth and prosperity across the UK\, and to enable the transition to a net zero economy\, by improving access to finance for smaller businesses. For more details about how British Business Bank processes personal data\, please see our Privacy Notice.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-finance/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231114T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231103T131336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T131336Z
UID:433-1699952400-1699959600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Blues Business Club - sponsored by Launchpad
DESCRIPTION:Are you a decision maker within your company or organisation? Do you enjoy meeting new people and sharing new ideas?  \n\nBlues Business Club \nAll are welcome to come along to the Launchpad at Southend Airport Business Park\, for Blues Business Club! Join Southend United as they enter a new era! Hear from a keynote speaker on the future of Southend United Football Club. Participate in a fun and insightful business networking event with refreshments! \nAgenda:  \n\n9am: Arrival\n9.30am: A welcome from the Launchpad\n9.40am: Keynote Speaker Guest\n10am-11am: Networking with likeminded individuals\n\nTreat yourself to complimentary tea\, coffee and yummy pastries\, courtesy of Launchpad. \n  \nDress code~ smart casual \nLocation~ Launchpad\, Airport Business Park\, Cherry Orchard Way\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH \nEnquiries~ commercial@southend-united.co.uk \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/blues-business-club-sponsored-by-launchpad/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231115T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231005T092938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T092938Z
UID:396-1700040600-1700047800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Access to Finance
DESCRIPTION:Looking to bring your business growth ideas to life but need a cash injection? Join our finance course for businesses! \nFREE in-person finance course for businesses\, where we demystify the intricate world of business funding\, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies needed to secure the resources your business needs and deserves. \nWhat it covers: \nIn this course\, you’ll gain a wider knowledge of funding options for your business to scale and expand… \n\nRLS\, Growth Loans and Start-up Loans\nThe importance of a bank in a business relationship\, products services\nThe importance of an accountant as a key partner in your business and planning\nEquity finance and other ways of funding business growth\n\nGain knowledge and inspiration from specialist speakers\, from the likes of Backing Essex Business\, Natwest\, Angels @ Essex and FRP Advisory. \nWho should attend: \nLet’s Do Business Group are aiming the course at a whole range of businesses from start-up founders to local business owners to corporates and is geared to anyone looking to access finance. Your business must be based in or shortly relocating to Southend-On-Sea.  \n\nEntrepreneurs\nMicro business owners\nSmall business owners\nMiddle managers\nConsultants\nCoaches\nE-commerce businesses\nDigital marketers\nService based business owners\n\n  \nWhere is the course located? \nThe event is at Launchpad\, Airport Business Park. A refreshing new workspace that encourages innovation and support\, bringing together great businesses and people. \n  \nThis workshop is organised by backing Essex Business on behalf of Southend-On-Sea City Council and is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. \nThe UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place\, supporting local business\, and people and skills.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/finance-course-for-businesses/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231115T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231013T113621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T113621Z
UID:416-1700056800-1700067600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:FROM IDEA TO BUSINESS: How to develop a new product or service
DESCRIPTION:Keen to develop Design Thinking techniques and Market Analysis skills? This FREE 3 hour interactive workshop about products and services will teach you all you need to know! Worth reserving your spot!  \nIf you have an idea you want to turn into a business or you’re an existing business looking to expand your service offering\, then join us at Innovation Centre Knowledge Gateway on November 15th for this free interactive workshop. \nWith the aid of experts\, and using Design Thinking techniques\, you will build an understanding of essential need to knows. These include: \n\nwho your potential customers are\nwhat problem they really need you to solve\nhow to build a clear picture of the market opportunity.\n\n…thus this interactive workshop about products and services will ultimately push you to develop your idea! \nThis is the first in a monthly series of the ICKG ACCELERATE workshops\, designed purely to help new and existing business owners. The aim being to encourage them in to develop all of the skills required to take business from Idea to Exit!  \nICKG – Innovation Centre Knowledge Gateway\, the organiser and host of the event\, is the home for innovation and technology-focused businesses. Offering flexible\, collaborative workspace options and now ICKG ACCELERATE workshops! \nAs part of Global Entrepreneurship Week\, we’re offering this half-day course for FREE\, rather than the regular price of £60.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/interactive-workshop-about-products-and-services/
LOCATION:Innovation Centre\, Knowledge Gateway\, Boundary Road\, Colchester\, CO4 3ZQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231127T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231018T103831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T103831Z
UID:425-1701075600-1701100800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Starting Your Own Business FREE Bootcamp Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join a free business workshop that will give entrepreneurs the skills\, knowledge and business acumen needed when starting a new business and getting it to succeed!  \nDo you have a business idea and you are ready to turn those dreams into reality? Do you have a very new business that you are passionate about but very little business experience\, eager to learn more? \nThis interactive full day free business workshop\, includes lunch\, and more importantly covers a range of topics that will set you on the right track! \nThis includes: \n\nUnderstanding how to develop your business idea and concept\nUnderstanding your businesses purpose and unique selling points\nIdentifying your target market\nHow to successfully conduct market research\nwhat exactly is a business plan and the actual drafting of your business plan\, including start-up costs and financial forecasting\nCreating your brand and values\nFormalising your business\nGetting organised\nImprovisation.\n\nThis workshop is open to any individuals living or wanting to base their business in Southend. \nMeet your workshop Trainer: Victoria Elliott-Potter  \nVicky has over 20 years extensive business start-up\, consulting\, sales and business leadership experience. With a proven track record increasing turnover of helping start-ups through to national market-leading brands. Vicky is sure to deliver a high energy workshop that will improve your business skills and commercial results. \nSouthend Business Lift-Off is a programme designed to support entrepreneurs and enterprises in Southend-On-Sea to start\, sustain and grow. Created by Southend-On-Sea City Council who are in partnership with Deyton Bell\, funded by UK Shared Prosperity. 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/free-business-workshop/
LOCATION:Garon Park\, Garon Park\, Southend-on-Sea\, SS2 4FA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231129T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231123T120241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T120241Z
UID:475-1701252000-1701259200@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:How To Have The Best First Year In Business
DESCRIPTION:In your first year in business? Been in business for some time and want to reflect on the best way to move forward? If so\, join this workshop and give yourself and your business a boost with business tools to make sure you start 2024 with a bang!  \nHow To Have The Best First Year In Business\nWelcome to the first in a two-part webinar to aid you with the tools you need to either start or restart up your small businesses. \nThe session will be led by an award-winning entrepreneur and business mentor who will be sharing insights about how to have a stellar first year in business. Included is the essentials you need to take stock of your business and build firm foundations for it to grow. The following discussions will take place: \n\nThe right mindset for a business leader & how to maintain one\nBusiness objectives- what they should be & how to set them\nCommon business and marketing mistakes & how to avoid them\nThe fundamentals of business & how to get them right\nSimple ways to access help with running your business\n\nThis webinar is brought to you by Small Business Britain & TSB’s new programme How To Start & Restart\, focused on helping small businesses get going efficiently\, successfully and with confidence.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-tools/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231204T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102813
CREATED:20231128T132111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T132111Z
UID:501-1701684000-1701691200@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Grants to Grow your Business
DESCRIPTION:Secure the small business funding your business needs to flourish! \nGrants to Grow your Business Zoom!\nSmall Business Britain & Indeed have partnered to help you uncover the potential of grants to propel your businesses from grants to grow your team to innovate and enhance your business. \nWe’ll guide you through the maze of where to find these opportunities and offer practical advice on successful grant applications. There are lots of opportunities out there\, it’s just knowing where to look for them! \nYou will learn:  \n\nWhere to find these invaluable grant opportunities\nThe exact kinds of grants that are currently out there for small business growth\nEssential tips on how to apply for grants to give your business a competitive edge\n\n  \nThis Zoom webinar is arranged by Small Business Britain and Indeed. In collaboration with the People for Business programme to help small businesses grow and hire. In this video\, Nicola the founder of Single Variety Co\, shares her experience and advice for growing a small business and hiring  a team.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/business-funding/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231205T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231205T123000
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SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Want to improve your social media marketing to reach and engage with customers for your small business? \nBusiness Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses\nBusinesses based in North Essex districts can join the FREE workshop this December\, and learn key skills to create their own social media strategy\, eye-catching and interesting content\, and how to start running their own social media adverts! \nWith an expert business coach from Let’s Do Marketing\, learn how to master tools Canva and Hootsuite to create effective and eye catching posts for your small business! Along with exploring powerful tools in Meta Business Suite that can help you to maximise your social media channels to reach more customers and gain sales! \n*Your business must be based in or shortly moving to North Essex\, in one of the districts covered by the North Essex Economic Board. (Braintree\, Chelmsford\, Colchester\, Maldon\, Tendring) \nYou will learn: \n\nUnderstand the benefits of using social media as a key marketing tools\nIdentify and connect with your target market\nNavigate and use social media for your business\nCreate eye-catching posts on graphic design tool Canva\nUse social media scheduler platform Hootsuite to organise and plan your content\nMonetise your content to reach more potential customers\, with Facebook & Instagram boosting and Facebook Ads Manager.\n\nThis programme is delivered by Let’s Do Marketing\, part of Let’s Do Business Group\, under the North Essex Economic Board. A programme funded by multiple district councils in the county of Essex.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/social-media-marketing/
LOCATION:Online
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