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SUMMARY:In Person: Adopt Digital – Getting Started & Working Smarter
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Adopt\, Adapt\, Grow Through Digital collection\n\nArise Chelmsford Innovation HubChelmsford\, England\nThursday\, September 17  •  10 AM – 12 PM\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\nWork smarter\, not harder. Discover digital tools\, automation and expert support to help your business grow. \n\n\n\n\nRunning a growing business often means wearing multiple hats\, juggling endless tasks and feeling like there just aren’t enough hours in the day. \nWhat if you could free up some of that time\, get a clearer picture of what’s happening in your business and create systems that help you grow without adding more to your workload? \nJoin Ambitious Essex and Taz Panjwani\, Founder of Vibe Agency and recently named Entrepreneur of the Year in the Essex Tech Top 50\, for a workshop all about working smarter through digital tools\, automation and better business processes. \nVibe Agency helps businesses streamline operational processes to improve efficiency and unlock growth. Vibe works with clients across sectors\, from small and medium enterprises to organisations like the NHS\, Anglia Ruskin University and the Chartered Insurance Institute. In this session\, he’ll share real-world examples\, practical tips and the tools that can help you spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time focusing on what really matters. \nWe are delighted to be delivering this workshop in partnership with ARU Arise Innovation Hubs\, Oxford Innovation\, Launchpad\, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)\, Made Smarter and Connected Innovation. \nWith representatives from all of our partners in the room\, this is more than just a workshop. It’s an opportunity to connect with organisations that can help support your growth journey\, access specialist expertise\, explore innovation opportunities and build valuable relationships with fellow business owners. \nIf you’re looking to scale your business through digital\, improve efficiency and discover the support available across Essex\, this is an event not to be missed. \nPlease note: This is a three-part series\, but you’re welcome to attend just one\, two or all three sessions. Simply choose the workshop(s) that best suit your business and where you are on your growth journey. \nDuring the workshop we’ll explore:\n✅ How to spot inefficiencies that are slowing your business down \n✅ Using automation to reduce admin and repetitive tasks \n✅ Improving data visibility so you can make better business decisions \n✅ Creating processes that support growth and scale with your business \n✅ Simple digital tools that can save time and improve productivity \n✅ Real examples of businesses that are using technology to work smarter and grow faster \nWho is this workshop for?\nThis session is perfect for business owners and leaders who are: \n\nLooking to scale their business\nFeeling stretched for time\nWanting to improve efficiency and productivity\nCurious about automation but unsure where to start\nLooking for practical ways to streamline operations and support growth\n\nWhat to expect\n✔ A practical presentation from Taz Thornton \n✔ Live Q&A with Ambitious Essex\, Taz\, ARU Innovation Hub\, Connected Innovation\, Oxford Institute and the FSB \n✔ Informal networking with other Essex business owners \n✔ Actionable ideas you can take away and implement straight away \nIf you’re looking for ways to save time\, improve visibility across your business and build stronger foundations for growth\, this workshop is for you. \nPlease note: This course is funded specifically for Essex-based businesses. If your business is located outside of Essex\, unfortunately you will not be eligible to attend and your ticket will be refunded.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/in-person-adopt-digital-getting-started-working-smarter/
LOCATION:Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM1 1QT
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Strategic Grants Fundraising Training
DESCRIPTION:The grants landscape has changed\, and while the basics have remained the same\, priorities have not. In this introductory session we look at the essentials of grant fundraising considering this new world of grants we find ourselves in. \nBy the end of this session we aim for you to: \n\nHave a better understanding of the grants landscape\nA view of the full grants process\nUnderstanding of what makes a strong application
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/strategic-grants-fundraising-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:In Person: Adapt Digital – Streamlining & Improving Your Business
DESCRIPTION:art of the Adopt\, Adapt\, Grow Through Digital collection\n\nArise Harlow Innovation HubHarlow\, England\nTuesday\, October 13  •  10 AM – 12 PM\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\nDiscover how AI can streamline your business\, boost efficiency and help you work smarter for future growth. \n\n\n\n\nRunning a growing business often means juggling multiple priorities\, managing competing demands and looking for ways to work more efficiently without compromising on quality or customer service. \nWith AI and digital technologies evolving at an incredible pace\, businesses have more opportunities than ever to streamline processes\, improve productivity and make better-informed decisions. But with so many tools available\, knowing where to start can be a challenge. \nJoin Ambitious Essex and James Howard\, Managing Director of Kyte IT\, for an insightful workshop exploring the future of AI\, the current digital landscape and how businesses can use technology to improve the way they operate. \nJames works with businesses across Essex to help them embrace technology\, improve cyber resilience and make the most of digital solutions. In this interactive session\, he’ll explore how AI is rapidly changing the way businesses work\, where these tools fit into everyday business processes\, and what the future could look like. He’ll also share practical examples of how AI can help identify inefficiencies\, streamline operations and free up valuable time\, allowing business owners to focus on growing their business. \nWe are delighted to be delivering this workshop in partnership with ARU Arise Innovation Hubs\, Oxford Innovation\, Launchpad\, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)\, Made Smarter and Connected Innovation. \nWith representatives from all of our partners in the room\, this is more than just a workshop. It’s an opportunity to connect with organisations that can support your business growth\, access specialist expertise\, explore innovation opportunities and build valuable relationships with fellow Essex business owners. \nIf you’re looking to understand how AI and digital technology can help your business become more efficient\, improve day-to-day operations and prepare for the future\, this is an event not to be missed. \nPlease note: This is a three-part series\, but you’re welcome to attend just one\, two or all three sessions. Simply choose the workshop(s) that best suit your business and where you are on your growth journey. \nDuring the workshop we’ll explore:\n✅ The current AI landscape and what it means for businesses\n✅ How AI is changing business processes and the future of work\n✅ Identifying inefficiencies and opportunities to improve the way your business operates\n✅ Using AI and digital tools to streamline everyday tasks and increase productivity\n✅ Practical examples of how businesses are successfully adopting AI\n✅ Key considerations when introducing AI into your business \nWho is this workshop for?\nThis session is perfect for business owners and leaders who are: \n\nLooking to improve efficiency and productivity\nInterested in understanding how AI can support their business\nCurious about the future of AI and digital technologies\nLooking for practical ways to streamline operations\nWanting to save time and focus on growing their business\n\nWhat to expect\n✔ A practical presentation from James Howard\, Kyte IT\n✔ Live Q&A with Ambitious Essex\, James\, ARU Innovation Hub\, Connected Innovation\, Oxford Innovation and the FSB\n✔ Informal networking with other Essex business owners\n✔ Practical ideas and insights you can take away and apply to your business \nWhether you’re just beginning to explore AI or you’re looking to build on your existing digital journey\, this workshop will provide practical insights\, expert guidance and real-world examples to help you work smarter\, streamline your business and prepare for what’s next. \nPlease note: This course is funded specifically for Essex-based businesses. If your business is located outside of Essex\, unfortunately you will not be eligible to attend and your ticket will be refunded.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/in-person-adapt-digital-streamlining-improving-your-business/
LOCATION:Arise Harlow Innovation Hub\, Maypole Blvd\, Harlow\, Essex\, CM17 9TX
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Online: Grow with Digital – Scaling & Future-Proofing Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Online event \nThursday\, November 19  •  10 AM – 12 PM GMT\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\nDiscover how AI can streamline your business\, boost efficiency and help you work smarter for future growth. \n\n\n\n\nGrowing a successful business isn’t just about working harder – it’s about building the right systems\, developing strong leadership and using technology strategically to create sustainable growth. \nIf you’ve already started embracing digital tools\, AI or automation\, what’s next? How can you use these technologies to scale your business\, empower your team and unlock new opportunities without losing the personal touch that makes your business unique? \nWe’re delighted to welcome David Bell\, Founder of Simboc\, as our guest speaker. David has successfully built and grown multiple businesses and is an experienced expert in using technology\, AI\, automation and systemisation to help businesses scale effectively. During the session\, David will share practical strategies for growing through technology while ensuring the human element of your business (your relationships\, customer experience and company values) remains at the heart of everything you do. \nWe are delighted to be delivering this workshop in partnership with Launchpad\, ARU Arise Innovation Hubs\, Oxford Innovation\, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)\, Made Smarter and Connected Innovation. \nIf you’re looking to move beyond simply adopting digital tools and start using them strategically to grow your business\, this is an event not to be missed. \nPlease note: This is a three-part series\, but you’re welcome to attend just one\, two or all three sessions. Simply choose the workshop(s) that best suit your business and where you are on your growth journey. \nDuring the workshop we’ll explore:\n✅ How AI\, automation and digital technology can support sustainable business growth\n✅ Practical ways to systemise your business without losing the human touch\n✅ Building systems and processes that enable your business to scale\n✅ Developing leadership skills to confidently lead a growing business\n✅ Using technology to improve customer experience\, productivity and business performance\n✅ Real-world examples of businesses successfully growing through digital transformation \nWho is this workshop for?\nThis session is perfect for business owners and leaders who are: \n\nLooking to scale and grow their business\nAlready using\, or beginning to use\, AI and digital tools\nWanting to improve leadership and business performance\nLooking to create systems that support sustainable growth\nInterested in innovation and future-proofing their business\n\nWhat to expect\n✔ An inspiring and practical presentation from David Bell\n✔ Live Q&A with Ambitious Essex\, Launchpad Southend\, ARU Arise\, Connected Innovation\, Oxford Innovation and the FSB\n✔ Practical ideas and strategies you can implement immediately \nWhether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership\, make better use of AI or build systems that allow your business to grow sustainably\, this workshop will provide practical guidance\, expert insight and valuable connections to help you take your next step with confidence. \nPlease note: This course is funded specifically for Essex-based businesses. If your business is located outside of Essex\, unfortunately you will not be eligible to attend and your ticket will be refunded.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/online-grow-with-digital-scaling-future-proofing-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Festival Of Business
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce the return of the Festival of Business\, taking place on Wednesday 11 November at Chelmsford City Racecourse – bringing together businesses from across Essex to connect\, celebrate and grow. \nThis year’s event promises a dynamic day of networking\, collaboration and opportunity for businesses of all sizes. \nFor Exhibitors:\nTake advantage of the opportunity to showcase your products and services\, generate new leads\, strengthen relationships and raise your brand profile within the Essex business community. Spaces are limited and always in high demand\, so we encourage early booking to secure your stand. \nFor Visitors:\nThe Festival is free to attend and provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with a wide range of businesses\, discover new suppliers\, gain insights and expand your professional network. Be one of the first 500 visitors on the day to receive an exclusive goody bag! \nEXHIBIT AT THE FESTIVAL OF BUSINESS \nBook your stand at one of Essex’s leading business exhibitions\, celebrating growth\, innovation\, and collaboration across the county. This is your opportunity to showcase your organisation\, connect with decision-makers\, and position your business at the heart of Essex’s evolving economy. \nWhy Exhibit? \nExhibiting at the Festival of Business provides a powerful platform to: \n💼 Showcase Your Business – Present your products\, services\, and success stories to a targeted professional audience \n⚡️ Meet Potential Clients & Partners – Build meaningful connections with businesses\, industry leaders\, and key stakeholders \n🔍 Increase Brand Visibility – Raise your profile among decision-makers from across Essex \n🌟 Stay Ahead of the Curve – Gain insight into emerging trends\, innovation\, and growth opportunities \n📈 Drive Sales and Leads – Generate valuable leads and partnerships during and beyond the event \nWho Should Exhibit? \nThe Festival of Business is ideal for: \n\nBusinesses looking to grow and expand\nCompanies offering innovative products and services\nLocal suppliers seeking new partnerships\nProfessional service providers (consulting\, legal\, financial\, etc.)\nTech and digital companies driving industry transformation\n\nExhibitor Benefits \n\nDedicated exhibition space\nNetworking opportunities with attendees\, sponsors\, and speakers\nPremium company listing in the official Festival brochure\nOpportunity to demonstrate products or services to visitors\nExclusive advertising space available in the Festival brochure\nOpportunity to enter the Best in Business Award\n\nExhibition Space Details \n\nMaximum space of 2m wide x 2m deep\nOne 6ft table with cloth and two chairs provided (unless opted out during booking)\nElectricity available to your stand (must be selected at booking stage)\n\nNeed more room to showcase your business? Contact us to discuss larger exhibition or outdoor space options. \nPricing: \nStandard Exhibition Stands \n\nMembers:            £395 + VAT\nNon-Members:   £700 + VAT\n\nFestival Brochure Advertising – Limited Space Available \n\n1/2 Page:   £75.00 + VAT\nFull Page:  £125.00 + VAT\n\n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/festival-of-business/
LOCATION:Chelmsford City Racecourse\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM3 1QP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Festival Of Business
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SUMMARY:In Person: Grow with Digital – Scaling & Future-Proofing Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Adopt\, Adapt\, Grow Through Digital collection\n\nLaunchpad SouthendRochford\, England\nThursday\, November 19  •  10 AM – 12 PM\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\nDiscover how AI can streamline your business\, boost efficiency and help you work smarter for future growth. \n\n\n\n\nGrowing a successful business isn’t just about working harder – it’s about building the right systems\, developing strong leadership and using technology strategically to create sustainable growth. \nIf you’ve already started embracing digital tools\, AI or automation\, what’s next? How can you use these technologies to scale your business\, empower your team and unlock new opportunities without losing the personal touch that makes your business unique? \nWe’re delighted to welcome David Bell\, Founder of Simboc\, as our guest speaker. David has successfully built and grown multiple businesses and is an experienced expert in using technology\, AI\, automation and systemisation to help businesses scale effectively. During the session\, David will share practical strategies for growing through technology while ensuring the human element of your business (your relationships\, customer experience and company values) remains at the heart of everything you do. \nWe are delighted to be delivering this workshop in partnership with Launchpad\, ARU Arise Innovation Hubs\, Oxford Innovation\, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)\, Made Smarter and Connected Innovation. \nWith representatives from all of our partners in the room\, this is more than just a workshop. It’s an opportunity to connect with organisations that can support your next stage of growth\, access specialist expertise\, explore innovation opportunities and build valuable relationships with fellow Essex business owners. \nIf you’re looking to move beyond simply adopting digital tools and start using them strategically to grow your business\, this is an event not to be missed. \nPlease note: This is a three-part series\, but you’re welcome to attend just one\, two or all three sessions. Simply choose the workshop(s) that best suit your business and where you are on your growth journey. \nDuring the workshop we’ll explore:\n✅ How AI\, automation and digital technology can support sustainable business growth\n✅ Practical ways to systemise your business without losing the human touch\n✅ Building systems and processes that enable your business to scale\n✅ Developing leadership skills to confidently lead a growing business\n✅ Using technology to improve customer experience\, productivity and business performance\n✅ Real-world examples of businesses successfully growing through digital transformation \nWho is this workshop for?\nThis session is perfect for business owners and leaders who are: \n\nLooking to scale and grow their business\nAlready using\, or beginning to use\, AI and digital tools\nWanting to improve leadership and business performance\nLooking to create systems that support sustainable growth\nInterested in innovation and future-proofing their business\n\nWhat to expect\n✔ An inspiring and practical presentation from David Bell\n✔ Live Q&A with Ambitious Essex\, Launchpad Southend\, ARU Arise\, Connected Innovation\, Oxford Innovation and the FSB\n✔ Informal networking with other Essex business owners\n✔ Practical ideas and strategies you can implement immediately \nWhether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership\, make better use of AI or build systems that allow your business to grow sustainably\, this workshop will provide practical guidance\, expert insight and valuable connections to help you take your next step with confidence. \nPlease note: This course is funded specifically for Essex-based businesses. If your business is located outside of Essex\, unfortunately you will not be eligible to attend and your ticket will be refunded.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/in-person-grow-with-digital-scaling-future-proofing-your-business/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Communicating your Impact Training
DESCRIPTION:The impact you generate deserves to be shared. This session looks at how to do this with different audiences and use your impact to build your organisation for the future. This session is less suitable for those with strong marketing backgrounds. \nBy the end of this session\, we hope you will: \n\nBe able to change cold data into useful information\nGain insight into the array of audiences available.\nUnderstanding of the importance of tailoring your messaging.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/communicating-your-impact-training/
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An overview of modern slavery and human trafficking\, how they impact Essex and Southend and how we can respond. \nThe workshop will include: \n\nWhat are Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking (MSHT)?\nWhat is the scale of it within the UK and Essex?\nDifferent types of MSHT and Case Studies\nHow to spot the signs\nBarriers to disclosure\nSafeguarding\, support and the National Referral Mechanism
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/modern-slavery-and-human-trafficking-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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