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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231102T143000
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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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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
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T113000
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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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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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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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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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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231110T110000
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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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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
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T113000
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
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:20260404T112614
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:20260404T112614
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:20260404T112614
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
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231128T142725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T142725Z
UID:503-1701770400-1701779400@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231023T144156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T144156Z
UID:437-1701856800-1701864000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Big Christmas Women In Business Network ZOOM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Fun\, festive Zoom networking event for Women In Business- grow your business through even bigger networking by joining WIBN Big Christmas Zoom Meeting! \nJoin at 10am for informal networking with mixed group members who are all welcome to attend this meeting. A great opportunity to talk about your business\, along with making plenty of new connections. \nTake this chance to make connections outside your monthly group\, reunite with old friends and make some new ones! All while feeling positively festive at this collective Christmas Networking meeting on Zoom. \nMeeting Fees \nThis Festive meeting takes place online via Zoom and is open to any WIBN member from the South Essex and Bishop’s Stortford  groups\, visiting members from other groups and new Visitors new to WIBN. \nYou will have the opportunity to meet likeminded individuals from Billericay\, Basildon\, Bishops Stortford\, Chelmsford\, Leigh on Sea and Southend on Sea.  \n– Rachel’s members – FREE included in your membership fees \n– Non WIBN Members : £25 +VAT Meeting Fee \n– Visiting WIBN Members from any other WIBN group : £14+ VAT Meeting Fee \nMeeting Agenda \n10am – Welcome and Introductions \n10.15am – Guest Speaker with Q&A – Ann Girling a WIBN member in Liverpool\, Chester and Angelou National Groups\, Published Author and owner of the “Unlikely Guru.” \n10.35am – Speed networking in breakout rooms- share your business with us. \n11am – Guest Speaker with Q&A – Yvonne Williams the UK’s Leading Burnout Coach\, who we are delighted to have with us. \n11.30am – Speed networking in breakout rooms so you will get to share your business with even more people! \n11 .55am – Festive wrap up. \n12pm – Close. \nSpread the word about your business to dozens of other brilliant individuals as we welcome you to this mixed group Christmas networking event for women in business! \nProfessional Exclusivity \nWe usually operate a professional exclusivity policy. So only one representative from each profession at each meeting is applicable\, but this is suspended for this festive meeting to ensure the maximum opportunity for you to network with new people. \nFind out more about South Essex\, East Herts and Cumbria group leader\, Rachel Gilbert – 07308 305918 / rachel.gilbert@wibn.co.uk
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/christmas-networking-event-for-women-in-business/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231121T160623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T160623Z
UID:470-1701950400-1701957600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Big Essex Christmas Lunch 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Big Christmas Lunch Members from Brentwood\, Billericay and Basildon\, Bishops Stortford\, Chelmsford\, Leigh on Sea and Southend on Sea combined will be there\, with lots of visitors. The networking potential to meet lots of new people is huge! \nThe WIBN Christmas Networking Lunch 2023\nGrow your business through even bigger networking! \nSpread the word about your business to dozens of other brilliant WIBN members and visitors as we welcome you to this mixed group networking Christmas Lunch \nWe all know people buy people\, so here’s your chance to make new connections outside your monthly group\, reunite with some old friends and make some new ones\, all while feeling positively festive at this collective Christmas Networking Lunch. Join at 12pm \nMeeting Fees \nWarley Park Golf Club\nMagpie Lane\nLittle Warley\nBrentwood\, Essex  CM13 3DX\nUnited Kingdom \nThis festive meeting takes place at Warley Park Golf Club and is open to all WIBN members and visiting guests. \n\nRachel’s members: £25 Inc VAT Lunch fee\nNon- Members : £39 Inc VAT Lunch fee\nVisiting WIBN Members from any other WIBN group : £35 Inc VAT Lunch Fee\n\nProfessional Exclusivity \nWe usually operate a professional exclusivity policy\, which means only one representative from each profession at our meetings but this is suspended for this festive lunch meeting only to ensure the maximum opportunity for you to network with new people \nFind out more about South Essex\, East Herts and Cumbria group leader\, Rachel Gilbert – 07308 305918
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/wibn-christmas-networking/
LOCATION:Warley Park Golf Club\, Warley Park Golf Club\, Brentwood\, CM13 3DX\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231220T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T143304Z
UID:541-1703097000-1703107800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Creative Colchester December Social
DESCRIPTION:Creative Colchester December Social \nJoin us for a festive social meet up\, Decembers’ edition of Creative Colchester monthly social. Its a great chance to be first in the know about what’s happening locally. \nPop along for a relaxed catch-up with peers and make new connections with creatives from across Colchester’s creative and digital sectors. \nChristmas jumpers are most welcome!  \nWe hope to see you there 🙂 \nWhen: Wednesday 20th December from 6.30pm-9.30pm \nWhere: Level Best Cafe – 26 Johns Street\, Colchester\, CO2 7HB
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/festive-social-meet-up/
LOCATION:Level Best Cafe\, 26 St Johns Street\, Colchester\, CO2 7HB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240110T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231018T112742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T112742Z
UID:427-1704879000-1704889800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas: A Single Page Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:A FREE business model workshop aimed at entrepreneurs in the beginning phase of launching and growing their venture!  \nWhether you are in an early stage business or just starting up\, the business model canvas will give you a clear and concise indication of where you stand and what is needed. There is a range of topics that this business model workshop will touch upon. All of which helping to develop your single page business plan. From exploring customer engagement to business operations and financial management. \nThese include:  \n\nYour company value proposition\nTarget customer segments\nRevenue streams\nCost structure\nKey activities\n\nThe workshop will give entrepreneurs the chance to focus on the most critical elements of their business plan and identify potential flaws in their approach before launching or growing their venture. \nThis workshop is open to any individuals living or wanting to base their business in Southend. \nMeet your workshop Trainer: Graeme Laws \nGrae has extensive experience in supporting budding entrepreneurs\, owners of small and medium sized businesses. Grae is an experienced workshop facilitator\, motivational speaker and an advocate of business process improvement. He loves helping people to build better business models and has a reputation for getting the job done. \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/business-model-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231213T102000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T102000Z
UID:545-1704965400-1704976200@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Making the Most of Your Day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you constantly struggle to keep on top of your work? Are you constantly working late or at weekends to meet deadlines? Are there not enough hours in the day for you? Regain control of your workload!  \nMaking the most of your day Workshop \nNothing can be more disheartening than starting each day with a plan to get so much done then finding yourself behind schedule and realising that your day at work passed by like a blur. So how can you regain control of your time? \nAll workers and workdays are unique and this half-day virtual session will help give you back control of your time. \nBy the end of the session\, you will be able to \n\nPrioritise your daily\, weekly and monthly work.\nOrganise your day to ensure you get everything done and keep energised throughout the day and beyond\nUse simple techniques to ensure you never get over-awed by workloads\nBuild on your existing techniques to become more effective\nOverall\, you will regain control of your workload!\n\n  \nDate: Thursday 11th January 9.30am-12.30pm \nWhere: Zoom \nHost: Robin Lodge. His training is pragmatic\, practical and grounded\, allowing individuals to effectively put new skills into practice. \nCost: Members- £95 + VAT  &   Non Members- £150 + VAT \n  \nAll bookings need to be made and paid online unless we have agreed alternative arrangements. If you have any queries please contact Accounts Manager Rachel Hogg 01268 363721 \nThe Chambers have the right to refuse entry to events to any delegate who has not made payment in full. \nFor full refund give 4 full working days’ notice prior to the event. To do so\, email events@essexchambers.co.uk. \nFor full Terms and Conditions please check: Essex Chambers of Commerce and Industry Ltd – Events
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/regain-control-of-your-workload/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20240109T140909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T140917Z
UID:569-1704974400-1704976200@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Storytelling strategies to grow your small business
DESCRIPTION:Want to grow your small business? Join an online webinar that will teach you how to share your story in different ways to get more customers.\nLunch and Learn: Storytelling strategies to grow your small business\nReady to elevate your business with the magic of storytelling? \nIn this Lunch and Learn\, Sophie Turton will spill the tea on storytelling strategies that forge deep connections and supercharge your small business. She will share simple tips to tell your business story in a real and honest way\, as well as explain how to use feelings in your stories to make people remember your business. You will learn how to share your story in different ways to get more customers. \nSophie is an award-winning NCTJ-qualified journalist and brand strategist. Taking a story-first approach to brand communications\, she has grown multi-million dollar organisations by keeping them at the front of industry conversations. \nSophie is passionate about the potential for businesses to drive cultural and systemic change and is a non-exec director of the Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB) and a mentor with Enterprise Nation. \nKey takeaways from this session: \n\nLearn practical tips on uncovering and expressing your brand’s unique story\nUnderstand the power of emotion in storytelling\nMake your story work for you across various channels\n\nIf you have any questions you’d like Sophie 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.)
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/grow-your-small-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231215T173245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T173539Z
UID:552-1705399200-1705413600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Experts in Residence: Business Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Looking forward to a new year\, new business-you!? \nYou’ve had a great idea for a business and 2024 is the year you’re going to make it happen. \nMaybe you already have a business but it needs a bit of zhuzhing up? \nVisit those in the know at Launchpad‘s Experts in Residence: Business Clinic for a dose of business-boost to launch your business into the stratosphere of 2024. \nWe know Christmas is just around the corner and\, like us\, you’re no doubt looking forward to a bit of a break. Once the mad rush dies down\, it’s a great time of the year to start forward planning and thinking ahead to 2024. \nNo progress is without challenges so we’ve gathered together essential expertise to offer new and growing businesses an opportunity to tap into their knowledge and advice for free. \nBook your place and drop-in to the Expertise in Residence: Business Clinic on Tuesday 16th January to tackle what’s holding you back with help from the experts. \nWe’ll be joined by a range of business specialists including finance\, marketing\, recruitment\, workplace wellbeing and cyber security – to name but a few. \nThis is a golden opportunity to get answers to your business questions so we’re expecting this event to be popular – nothing sharpens the focus and helps you to realise what’s important quite like Christmas and New Year. Book your slot today!
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/experts-in-residence-business-clinic/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20240111T153043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T153043Z
UID:575-1705485600-1705491000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:January Virtual Networking
DESCRIPTION:Want to connect with like-minded individuals\, explore new opportunities\, and expand your professional circle? \nJanuary Virtual Networking \nJoin us this month and unlock the power of virtual networking. Make meaningful connections conveniently from your desk to build relationships and strengthen the Essex business community. In a world where connections matter more than ever\, these sessions are a great way to engage with a diverse section of businesses in the county. \nThroughout the session\, you will be placed in different ‘rooms’ giving you the chance to catch up with familiar faces and make new contacts. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your network! \nDate: Wednesday 17th January – 10.00am – 11.30am\nPlatform: Zoom\nCost: FREE for Members. Non-Members £35.00 \nAgenda\n9.50am – Sign into Zoom Meeting\n10.00am – Welcome introduction from a Client Relationship Manager\n10.05am – Networking\n11.30am – Meeting finishes
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/virtual-networking/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112614
CREATED:20231213T125544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T125544Z
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SUMMARY:Social Media Trends for 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join Small Business Britain\, BT Skills for Tomorrow and social media superstar Natalie Luckhman for a session to equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the digital world in 2024!  \nSocial Media Trends for 2024!\nIn this session\, Natalie will explore: \n\nWhere to focus your business efforts in 2024\nHow you can make the latest trends work for you\nThe changes we are anticipating in social media this year.\n\nNatalie Luckham is the founder of Naturally Social\, a social-first communication agency based in the heart of Wiltshire with a mission to achieve social for social good\, demonstrating to the world how you can create positive change through the digital world. \nThey work with businesses and charities across different sectors\, helping them find their voice and rise above the noise to spread their message and grow. \nNatalie is also a mentor and is passionate about inspiring the next generation of female entrepreneurs. \nAbout Skills for Tomorrow: BT Skills for Tomorrow is partnering with Small Business Britain to deliver digital skills to small businesses across the UK. This will include engaging workshops\, exciting interactive digital training and really practical help\, advice and bite sized hints and tips.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/social-media-trends-in-2024/
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