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By meeting and working with other driven entrepreneurs, you can find the perfect collaborator or mentor to help propel your business forward. That’s why Launchpad regularly offers free networking events and workshops where you can connect with like-minded individuals in your industry.
We are delighted to invite you to this event for local businesses, charities and inclusion teams to collaborate and share information about an untapped talent pool of Southend-on-Sea City Council Care Leavers. Throughout the day, you will hear powerful stories that highlight the journeys of care-experienced young people and the positive impact that collaborative support ... Read more
A guide to Government contracts - Series of 4 workshops Rochford District Council, Southend-on-Sea City Council and Launchpad Southend are pleased to provide local businesses with a series of FREE new workshops designed to help your business navigate the world of Government contracts! Join us at Launchpad for four interactive sessions where you will learn everything you ... Read more
OverviewThis workshop is designed for micro and small businesses looking to take their first steps into public sector tendering. If you're aiming to win lower-value tenders and requests for quotations (RFQs) but feel overwhelmed by procurement jargon, this session will help you build confidence and clarity. What You’ll Learn How to access public sector opportunities ... Read more
Description Start running Paid Ads on social media, and reach more customers than ever before! Want to level up your social media channels and skills, and learn how to run smart and effective paid social media campaigns on Facebook and Instagram? Join the course from Let’s Do Marketing and follow the whole process with an expert social media coach, where you’ll learn ... Read more
A friendly, supportive and productive monthly virtual networking meeting for entrepreneurs with any form of disability or health issues. This is a regular opportunity to bring together business owners with any form of physical or mental health issues to network together, advise each other and build up contacts across the whole of the UK. The ... Read more
In an era where online presence is a necessity, understanding the fundamentals of search engine optimisation (SEO) is crucial for individuals and businesses alike. Navigating this dynamic landscape, can appear overwhelming and complicated for small business owners, but Let’s Do Marketing are here to help. This 2-hour webinar breaks down the basics of SEO, ... Read more
With a host of free nationwide and regional in-person events, webinars and more, Business Finance Week helps smaller businesses learn about the different finance options that may be available to them to support their individual needs. Since being launched in 2016, over 122,000 businesses have benefited from a government-backed Start Up Loan. Join colleagues from ... Read more
Join us for a unique networking opportunity in the Blues Legends Lounge at Roots Hall Stadium, the historic home of Southend United Football Club. This special event brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from across Essex for an engaging afternoon of conversation, connection, and insight. Southend United, known as The Shrimpers, was founded in ... Read more
HR Prime FREE training session - Absence Management (Including Mental Health) Welcome to our Zoom training session focusing on absence management, with a special emphasis on Mental Health. Join us for an informative and interactive session where you'll learn valuable insights and best practices in managing employee absences effectively, especially in relation to mental health ... Read more
With a host of free nationwide and regional in-person events, webinars and more, Business Finance Week helps smaller businesses learn about the different finance options that may be available to them to support their individual needs. Join the British Business Bank for a free webinar that explores the different types of finance available to smaller ... Read more
