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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.
Timing is everything in business. Knowing when—and how—to invest your resources can make the difference between sustainable success and costly mistakes. Scale My Biz is a free, two-hour online workshop designed to help established businesses understand the critical difference between growth and scaling, and how to make informed decisions when expanding operations. This workshop is specifically for SMEs with established, repeat ... Read more
Discover the impact of the Cyber Innovate to Elevate programme from Freeport East and the University of Essex. Join us for a special event to hear first-hand how local businesses have strengthened their cyber resilience as we bring together businesses, innovators and cybersecurity experts from across Essex and Suffolk. Discover the impact and success of ... Read more
We are really pleased to announce a partnership between all the South Essex Councils, Brentwood, Rochford, Southend on Sea, Basildon, Thurrock Castle Point and Essex County Council along with Global, DS Group and Networking Essex. What we hope to achieve the biggest business expo in South Essex at The Brentwood Centre on Thursday 12th March between 10am-3pm with 200 stands and 1000 visitors. Lets’ ... Read more
From banking, shopping, ordering, deliveries and significant business activities through streaming to social media, businesses, organisations and people are spending more time than ever online. Cyber security is an important part of daily life, whether you’re connecting to public WiFi hotspots or scrolling through social media. As such, it’s important to learn all that you ... Read more
We are delighted to invite you to an Essex Manufacturing Alliance Roundtable taking place at: Venue: Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) – Corporate Suite Address: Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford, CM1 1SQ Date: Friday 20 March 2026 Time: 09:30 – 12:30 (followed by networking and refreshments) This is not just a discussion – it’s about mobilising real ... Read more
Back by Popular Demand - Exclusive Members Only Networking Event & Site Tour at Penguin Random House Distribution Following the outstanding success of last year’s visit, we are delighted to invite Members once again to an exclusive Networking Event and Site Tour at Penguin Random House Distribution (PRHD) in Colchester. Are you looking to broaden your ... Read more
The next Southend/Rochford Business Breakfast Networking event, in collaboration with the Launchpad, Airport Business Park, Cherry Orchard Way, Rochford, SS4 1YH Essex. If you fancy meeting like-minded businesspeople, grow your connections that could lead to collaborations and growth for your business then come along to the Breakfast networking from 8.00-10.00am Come and meet fellow Essex ... Read more
Join us for an inspiring and unique business networking event at The Minories, an iconic and historic gallery in the heart of Colchester. Housed in a Georgian townhouse with a rich artistic heritage, The Minories has long been a cultural hub where art, history, and community come together. You will hear from Director, Emma Howe, ... Read more
Step away from the office and into the Essex countryside for an evening of relaxed, high-quality networking at the beautiful Warren Estate. Join us for an evening of meaningful connections at this stunning historic venue, set within 325 acres of picturesque parkland. The Warren Estate provides the perfect backdrop to connect, collaborate and unwind as ... Read more
The upcoming changes to the Employment Rights Act represent one of the most significant shifts in UK employment law in recent years. Join us, alongside leading employment law specialists from Birketts LLP, for a focused webinar exploring what these reforms mean for employers, and how to prepare now. This session will provide a clear overview ... Read more
