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Community and Events

Launchpad brings great businesses and people together and unites them in a culture of support, inspiration, and shared success.

We want people to feel like they are a part of something exciting and progressive – because they truly are! Surround yourself with inspiring individuals, experts, and resources that can help turn your innovative ideas into a successful venture.

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.

Upcoming Events

Creating a content marketing strategy that converts

Webinar

Discover how to create a content marketing strategy that converts. In this webinar, Sally Day, director of Saltoria Marketing, will dive into creating effective content strategies, from identifying target audiences to developing content calendars and measuring success. Key takeaways from this session: Tips on how to create a simple and realistic content marketing plan Advice on ... Read more

Free

The Art of Building Rapport and Trust in Sales

Online

Trust drives customer loyalty. Rapport accelerates the sales process. In this practical and engaging webinar, we’ll show you how to master both. Join Sales Geek as we unpack the art and science of building rapport and trust in sales — exploring how emotional intelligence, mirroring, and effective questioning create meaningful connections that shorten sales cycles ... Read more

Free

Green Light: Business Success

The Lion Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex

Making your business more sustainable is not only good for the planet… it’s good for business! Join us at Green Light: Business Success this May to learn more about how you can increase profit, save money, and help you to win work by making your Essex business greener. Net zero is being described as the ‘economic opportunity ... Read more

Free

Leveraging LinkedIn: Building a personal brand to be seen and heard

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

Part of the Be Better - Launchpad (Digital Marketing) 2025 collection In 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. In this 90-minute session, we'll explore how to harness the ... Read more

Free

Windsor Framework Webinar

Zoom

As the Windsor Framework continues to reshape trade between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, upcoming regulatory changes are set to impact businesses across sectors. This informative webinar will break down key aspects, address challenges, and provide actionable insights for businesses. Key Discussion Points: Green Lane vs. Red Lane – Understanding the new customs procedures and eligibility ... Read more

Free – £25

How to leverage AI to support your marketing function

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

Part of the Be Better - Launchpad (Digital Marketing) 2025 collection In the age of artificial intelligence, small businesses have access to powerful tools that can revolutionise their marketing efforts. AI can handle a wide range of tasks, from researching and planning campaigns to writing and creating content. By embracing AI, small businesses can build a cost-effective, ... Read more

Free

SEO for Summer: How to Get Your Business Found on Google

Webinar

Sunshine's coming, and so are the customers! Everyone's hitting Google to find the best summer deals – are they finding you? Don't let your business get lost in the holiday crowds. We're showing you how to make sure your website pops up right when people are searching for what you offer. Join Small Business Britain, ... Read more

Free

Financial Mastery for Southend Small Businesses

Admiral Room Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Essex

Financial Mastery for Southend-on-Sea businesses Money and finance touch so many aspects of our business and personal lives. By better understanding your relationship with money, you are more likely to live a life with less money stress and see money for what it is: a tool that can facilitate opportunities and options. During this event ... Read more

Free

Essex Business Sales Accelerator – June Start

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

Come join us for a series of 4 workshops, delivered in partnership with Sales Geek The Essex Business Sales Accelerator is designed to enhance the sales skills of local business owners and leaders, helping them attract more customers and increase revenue from their existing clientele.   The course is delivered across 4, half-day sessions, held ... Read more

Free

The Content Accelerator – Clear your head. Own your message. Grow your business.

Patch Chelmsford Springfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Build a content plan you can actually stick to — and get the mindset tools to show up without stress, self-doubt or overthinking. One day. In person. Practical, supportive, and designed for you by two experts in content strategy and mindset who have been where you are right now and made it to the other side. This ... Read more

£117 – £147

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