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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

  • Improving your LinkedIn Skills Workshop

    Zoom

    Do you know how to get the most out of LinkedIn for your business? LinkedIn is becoming one of the main ways for businesses to market themselves in the professional world. However, many of us don't have the budget to hire dedicated staff or third party agencies to run our business accounts and practical knowledge ... Read more

    £95 – £150
  • 25 Must Haves for Your Website in 2025

    Webinar

    Join us for this essential webinar, suitable for all small businesses seeking to take their website to the next level Event Details Have you already got a website, but you're not content with its performance or conversion rate? And maybe you're ready to make some improvements to your website to get the most out of it? ... Read more

    Free
  • Improve your content strategy with AI

    Zoom

    Giorgia Guazzarotti and Monica Daswani feature in this Tech Hub Q&A webinar. Giorgia will cover content strategy, helping you align your business goals and engage your audience with the right platforms and content. She will explore AI tools for creating content and demonstrate how a content calendar can help you stay organised and consistent. Monica will explore current ... Read more

    Free
  • Supercharge Your Sales with AI

    Webinar

    Discover how to work smarter, not harder, by unlocking the power of AI in your sales process. Imagine crafting personalized emails in seconds, predicting customer needs with ease, and automating your follow-ups — all with the help of AI. This isn’t about replacing salespeople; it’s about giving you the tools to become more effective, efficient, and impactful. ... Read more

    Free
  • Getting started with LinkedIn ads

    Webinar

    Learn how to take the first steps in LinkedIn advertising and make them count. In this webinar, Celia Rizothanasi, queen bee of LinkedIn and Marketing AI, will show you how to start growing your business reach with confidence. Key takeaways from this session: Why LinkedIn is a good investment for small budgets How to set your ... Read more

    Free
  • SEO fundamentals for SMBs – Quick tips and cheap tricks to boost your SEO!

    Online

    This 90-minute interactive session is designed specifically for SMEs looking to improve their website’s search engine performance without breaking the bank. Packed with actionable advice and practical tools, this session will empower businesses to audit, optimise, and enhance their SEO to rank higher for their target keywords. Topics covered include: How to assess your website’s ... Read more

    Free
  • AI for beginners: Build a smarter business

    Webinar

    Is your business ready to embrace the power of AI? Whether you’re curious about where to start or wondering if free tools are enough, this session will provide practical insights to help you integrate AI into your daily operations. Discover how small businesses can embed AI tools into their workflows, streamline processes and unlock new ... Read more

    Free
  • Introduction to public sector tendering with BIZphit

    Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

    Preparing tenders can help you to win big contracts but it can be time-consuming, cost money and tie up valuable resources. Understanding the best way to find opportunities can often appear daunting, we can demystify the process and help you find your way to a suitable tender for your business. The workshop will cover the ... Read more

    Free
  • The Doctor Can See You Now – Get IP ready for your funding applications!

    Online

    Get IP ready for your funding applications! We can help to identify your valuable IP and provide advice on how to manage it effectively. Dr Craig's online IP Health Check. Book your free 1:1 consultation on 26th February. Email to book an appointment: anne.douglas@lawrie-ip.com

    Free

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