• Insights for SMEs on Surviving Recessions and Transforming into Leading Businesses

    Online

    In an era of economic uncertainty, resilience and adaptability are the true hallmarks of successful businesses. This interactive online workshop is designed specifically for midsize to larger SMEs that are navigating transformation and growth during challenging economic times. Event Details: Date: Thursday 4th December 2025 Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM Location: Online (ZOOM) Workshop For: Businesses based in Essex (excluding ... Read more

    Free
  • Health, wellbeing and personal development for small businesses

    Online

    Welcome to our national health, wellbeing, and personal development event for small businesses, happening on the third Wednesday of the month. When you’re busy running your own small business, it’s important to take the time to look after your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Join us for insightful presentations from wellbeing experts who will share ... Read more

    Free
  • Online Digital Marketing Workshop

    online workshop

    Master the Skills to Thrive Online with this Digital Marketing Workshop, presented by Heavyweight Digital. Step into the fast-paced world of digital marketing with this practical and insightful Digital Marketing Workshop online or in person in Braintree with our amazing Speaker Heavyweight Digital Ltd. This workshop will provide an overview of four key digital marketing services that ... Read more

    Free
  • LinkedIn Do’s & Don’ts for Success

    Online

    Description Use LinkedIn to expand your professional network, attract new clients, and create real business opportunities – all without feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start.   Finding it hard to make LinkedIn work for your business? Many small business owners set up a profile but post irregularly or struggle to engage the right audience, ... Read more

    £30.00
  • Workshop 4: AI in Tendering – Practical, Compliant & Competitive Use

    Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

    This workshop helps micro and small businesses understand how to use AI safely, ethically, and effectively in their tendering process Overview AI is transforming how businesses approach public sector bidding. This two-hour workshop helps micro and small businesses understand how to use AI safely, ethically, and effectively in their tendering process. What You’ll Learn UK ... Read more

    Free
  • The Starting line – Building your Business

    Sands By The Sea Icon Building, Southend On Sea

    Overview This event is for young entrepreneurs looking to learn the skills they need to grow a business The event itself will feature networking at a relaxed setting by the sea. Entrepreneurs have the chance to connect with people growing their own skills or even established business owners. We will also be featuring three unique ... Read more

    Free
  • Breaking Down the Basics of SEO

    Online

    Get your business found online by the people who need you most.   Tired of feeling like your website is invisible? You’re not alone. Many small business owners put time and effort into building their website but still struggle to show up in search results.   This workshop will help you fix that. You’ll learn ... Read more

    £30.00
  • Better You, Better Business

    Online

    When you’re running a small business, the ability to listen, truly listen, can make the difference between clarity and confusion, alignment and tension, progress and burnout. Yet unspoken assumptions, mental clutter, and rushed conversations often get in the way, draining your energy and undermining performance. This month, we’re stripping listening back to its essentials. Beyond ... Read more

    Free
  • Unlocking global growth | Lunch and Learn

    Online

    The UK continues to expand its network of free trade agreements (FTAs), creating new opportunities for businesses that know how to take advantage of them. In this Lunch and Learn, John Austin-Sheridan from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) will explain what the UK's FTAs mean in practice for growing businesses, and how you ... Read more

    Free
  • Strategies for Successful Email Marketing

    Online

    Learn how email marketing can help your business grow. Ever feel like your emails just aren’t getting noticed? You’re not alone! Many small business owners send out emails but aren’t sure how to make them really work.   In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of email marketing — how to write messages people actually ... Read more

    £35.00