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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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/
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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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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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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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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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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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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Launchpad Southend":MAILTO:info@launchpadsouthend.co.uk
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T130000
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UID:548-1705489200-1705496400@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
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/
LOCATION:Essex
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240124T170000
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SUMMARY:ACCELERATE 2: How to Build a Business - Business Plans & Practical Tips
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to build a robust business plan and get advice on how to register a new business and understand the legal and tax responsibilities? \nHow to Build a Business – Business Plans & Practical Tips!\nJoin us at Innovation Centre Knowledge Gateway to learn everything you need to know to get your business off the ground. \nWhat is covered: \n\nBuilding a robust business plan using the Business Model Canvas.\nSetting up a registered business.\nLegal & tax considerations.\nFind out about local support programmes available to you.\n\nThis workshop will be supported by the Federation for Small Businesses.  Experts in all aspects of business support for early stage companies. \nBusiness planning will be led by Kathryn White\, Innovation Director at ICKG. She has global experience of supporting startups and SMEs. \nLegal specialists from Holmes & Hills Solicitors will take you through all the practical considerations you need to consider as you start your business. \nWe’ll also be joined by Business Growth Expert\, Eve Calderbank\, from Essex County Council. She has the resources to help you understand all of the support available to you in the region. \nThis event is part of the ACCELERATE workshop series. We take you through all of the key skills business founders need to succeed\, from IDEA to EXIT. Workshops will be run monthly and can either be attended as a series\, or as standalone events. \n  \nUpcoming events include: \n\nAccessing & Managing your Finances – Feb 2024\nBuilding Your Team & Culture – Mar 2024\nBuilding a Strategic Roadmap – Apr 2024\n\nIf you would like to purchase a discounted package for the full series\, please contact kwhite@oxin.co.uk.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/accelerate-2-how-to-build-a-business-business-plans-practical-tips/
LOCATION:Innovation Centre\, Knowledge Gateway\, Boundary Road\, Colchester\, CO4 3ZQ\, United Kingdom
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UID:559-1706175000-1706178600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:LinkedIn: How to build an exceptional personal brand for business growth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Launchpad on the 25th January\, for an hour workshop to learn how to leverage LinkedIn to enhance business growth. \nLinkedIn: How to build an exceptional personal brand for business growth!\nIn today’s competitive business landscape\, a strong personal brand is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity. For business owners\, LinkedIn is an invaluable platform for building credibility\, establishing thought leadership\, and expanding your professional network. \nIn this 45-minute session\, we’ll explore how to harness the power of LinkedIn to transform your personal brand into a driving force for business growth. \nWe’ll cover essential strategies for optimising your profile\, engaging with your audience\, and leveraging LinkedIn’s features to amplify your reach and influence. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out\, this session will provide you with the actionable insights you need to elevate your LinkedIn presence and further your business goals. \nReserve your spot at Better Agency Limited‘s LinkedIn workshop now!  \nWhere: Launchpad Southend\, Airport Business Park\, Rochford SS4 1YH \nWhen: Thursday 25 Jan 2024\, 09:30 – 10:30 GMT
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/linkedin-business-growth-workshop/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240127T160000
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UID:583-1706346000-1706371200@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:StartUp Show: The UK's biggest start-up event of the new year
DESCRIPTION:Whether you want to be your own boss\, have a business idea or simply want to improve your entrepreneurial skills\, UK biggest Start Up Show is for you. \nThe biggest start-up show of the new year is back for its 10th anniversary!\nThe StartUp Show is an absolute must for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs. It’s your chance to discover everything you need to know about starting and growing a business.\n  \nAgenda: \n10am-10:15am- Enterprise Nation founder & the director of Entrepreneurship Institute for Kings College London\, talk about why 2024 is the year to consider starting business. \n10:15am-11am- Digital marketing founder of Jellyfish\, shares story of his journey starting growing and selling a successful marketing agency. \n11am-11:45am- Run retail? The panel will dive into realities and benefits of opening a pop-up experience or full-on shop. \n11.45am-12.30pm- From bedroom to IPO: Scaling a business with the right support. Why getting the right support at the right time is key to success. \n12.30pm-1.15pm- Journalists and entrepreneurs come together to share experience\, insights and top tips on how you can get your brand out there. \n1.15pm-2pm- Regus Group founder\, shares story of his journey to becoming one of Europe’s best known entrepreneurs. \n2pm-2.45pm- Small business support providers will come together to share their advice on the essentials to get in place to ensure your business gets off to the best start. \n2.45pm-3.25pm- Entrepreneurs will share their inspiring stories of building communities\, tackling societal challenges and making an impact that matters. \n3.25pm-4pm- Why individuals and start-ups will solve the challenges of the 21st century. \n  \nWhy attend?: \n\nOver 100 speakers at the StartUp Show to inspire with impressive stories and knowledge\nLearn from the experts top tips for success\nAccess incredible deals from event partners\nExpand your network\, meeting like minded business owners\nReceive business advice to help launch and grow your business.\n\nEnterprise Nation is the UK’s most active small business network\, helping thousands of people turn their good ideas into great businesses. Join today for free to get everything you need to start and grow your small business\, in one place. \n  \nWhere & When: \nSaturday 27th January\, 9am-4.15pm \nKing College London\, Bush House\, 30 Aldwych\, London\, WC2B 4BG
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/startup-show-the-uks-biggest-start-up-event-of-the-new-year/
LOCATION:Kings College London\, Kings College London\, 30 Bush House\, Aldwych\, London\, WC2B 4BG
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T123000
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UID:423-1706607000-1706617800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Skills - Driving traffic to your website
DESCRIPTION:Need help driving traffic to your website? This course\, organised by Colbea\, will help with your SEO and grow your business online! \nDuring the workshop\, you will gain vital knowledge on a range of skills that will aid you in attracting customers to your website. With 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. \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 are looking to attract customers to your website and grow your business online then this course is a must for you! \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. \n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/grow-online-business-seo-course-2/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colbea":MAILTO:enquiries@colbea.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T172320
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UID:588-1706621400-1706632200@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Skills - Website Development
DESCRIPTION:A short course introducing web design and development to anyone looking to expand their business to the world wide web. \nDigital Skills – Website Development\nOPEN TO ALL BUSINESSES & RESIDENTS WITHIN ESSEX \nWHAT’S COVERED? \nThis course will cover the following topics; \n\nThe essential elements of effective websites\nHow to plan your website – tools and tips\nStrategies and tactics to get your website visitors to do what you want them to!\nThe basics of great website design\nSome key technology/platforms to consider\n\nWHO IS IT FOR? \nThis workshop is for anyone looking to develop a website for their business. This course is aimed at those with little or no experience of web design and development.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/digital-skills-website-development/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colbea":MAILTO:enquiries@colbea.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T114125Z
UID:590-1706779800-1706790600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Skills - Online Sales & E-Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Transform how you sell online with this e-commerce course. Learn digital skills to help you smash your sales targets this 2024! \nDigital Skills – Online Sales & E-Commerce\nOPEN TO ALL BUSINESSES & RESIDENTS WITHIN ESSEX \nWhat’s covered? \n\nHow to attract and convert customers online\nBasic principles of effective online sales\nInsight into some of the most powerful online sales tools and methods\nHow to create a top line digital marketing plan for your business\n\nWho is it for? \nAnyone who wants to understand more about how to promote their business online. This course is aimed at those with little or no experience of digital marketing\, as well as those seeking to boost their online sales performance.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/digital-skills-online-sales-e-commerce/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colbea":MAILTO:enquiries@colbea.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T163000
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UID:592-1706794200-1706805000@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Skills - Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Master your social media! Course in how to get the right kind of social reach and achieve better brand awareness! \nDigital Skills – Social Media\nOPEN TO ALL BUSINESSES & RESIDENTS WITHIN ESSEX \nWhat’s covered? \n\nExploration of what you can achieve with social media\nHow to develop persuasive social media marketing\nHow to get the most out of social media marketing\nUnderstanding which social media channels are right for your business\nHow to avoid common pitfalls\n\nWho is it for? \nAnyone who wants to understand more about how to market their business using social media. No experience of social media marketing is required.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/digital-skills-social-media/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colbea":MAILTO:enquiries@colbea.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240202T113000
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CREATED:20240118T095626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T095626Z
UID:581-1706866200-1706873400@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:Southend & Rochford Sales Club - Accelerating Sales in a Slowing Economy
DESCRIPTION:Sales club is a Sales Geek creation to support the growth of local business with great sales strategy and networking FREE EVENT! \nSouthend & Rochford Sales Club – Accelerating Sales in a Slowing Economy\nJoin Sales Geek Essex for their brilliant Essex Sales Club\, the home of free local business growth and sales strategy masterclasses!! \nDuring this 2 hour event a range of topics designed to help you sell more stuff and change the way you perceive sales will be covered. \nCurrently\, there are several venues across Essex in Colchester\, Chelmsford\, Southend and Braintree\, follow us for your nearest and next event! \nRunning your own business can be a lonely place… come share your experience and connect with other aspiring Essex business owners. \nAvoid the business growth pitfalls with learning from our masterclasses. \nEnjoy this fun opportunity to get a Geeky fresh perspective and insights] \nLocation: Launchpad Southend\, Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/growth-of-local-business/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T172320
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T123951Z
UID:618-1707307200-1707310800@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:ionic. Lunchinars with SAVS
DESCRIPTION:A free digital series of bite-sized learning lunchinars to boost your business skills and knowledge! \nIonic Digital Lunchinars with SAVS!\n\nLunch + Webinars = Lunchinars \n\n\nLunchinars are bite-sized learning sessions. They are 1 hour long\, from 12-1pm and are free to anyone that would like to join online. \nDesigned and delivered by SAVS\, we work with a range of fantastic partners to create different series of sessions that are informative\, innovative and relevant. \nEach Lunchinar in the digital series includes 30-40 minutes of information sharing and learning\, followed by a Q&A session. They also include a ‘takeaway’ – in the form of worksheets\, cheat sheets\, resources or checklists. \n\nThe series will cover making use of free\, easy-to-use tools\, as well as other more ‘industry standard’ tools (most of which have a charity discount) and online services\, to help organisations achieve their goals. \n\nAll Lunchinars are available to watch back online on the Lunchinar Website. Check it out to see the dates of all this Digital Series! \n\nSAVS\, in partnership with Ionic Digital\, are running a series of six Lunchinar workshops to help upskill local non-profit and charitable organisations on how they can enhance their digital presence in the modern world.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/ionic-lunchinars-with-savs/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T102024Z
UID:610-1707386400-1707393600@www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk
SUMMARY:How to Scale Up Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
DESCRIPTION:Are you a UK small business seeking growth?  \nHow to Scale Up Your Small Business: A Step-by-Step Guide!\nJoin our webinar tailored for UK small businesses seeking growth. \nLearn strategic steps for scaling up\, from optimising operations\, financing insights for sustainable growth and how to build a robust team. \nMaximise your business potential with practical advice and real-world examples. Walk away with a step by step guide to growing your business. \n Learning Outcomes: \n\nLearn what steps you need to consider\nScale-up mindset and goals\nKey pitfalls to avoid operational\nFinancial insights for sustainable business growth\nPeople: creating a strong foundation for a thriving team\n\n  \nThis programme from Small Business Britain & Indeed has been created to help small businesses grow their team with confidence and navigate the highs and lows of hiring. The goal of this programme is to shine a light on how to find\, hire\, retain and celebrate People for Business! 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/small-business-growth/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240216T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240216T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T155032Z
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SUMMARY:YES (Young Entrepreneurs Southend) Network
DESCRIPTION:The YES (Young Entrepreneurs Southend) Network has been established to foster and encourage the countless young talent in Southend City. \nYES ~Young Entrepreneurs Southend~ Network!\nThe YES (Young Entrepreneurs Southend) Network has been established to foster and encourage the countless young talent in Southend on Sea City! \nA networking event for young business minded individuals to… \n\nshare ideas & be inspired\nTalk hardships\ncreate beneficial connections\ngain support and guidance\n\nUltimately walk away ready to go ahead and dive into the world of business! \nCome along to hear from local business owners\, exciting speakers and a range of different incentives to set you on the right path! \n  \nWhere & When: \nFriday 16th February at the Launchpad\, Airport Business Park\, Cherry Orchard Way\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/young-talent-yes-southend-on-sea/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
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