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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.
Lab to Launch Dr Samantha can help you manage your valuable IP - from innovative lab ideas to successful market launch. Dr Samantha's online IP Bioscience Clinic. Book your free 1:1 consultation on 5th March. Email to book an appointment: anne.douglas@lawrie-ip.com
This dynamic session is designed to help SMBs unlock the power of EEAT—Expertise, Experience, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness—one of Google’s key ranking factors. Learn how adopting EEAT principles can transform your SEO strategy, boost your search rankings, and drive meaningful traffic to your website. Topics covered include: What is EEAT, and why is it critical for ... Read more
We are proud to announce our 7th Annual International Women’s Day event, taking place on Friday, 7th March 2025, at South Essex College in Southend: Luker Rd, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1ND. This event is an opportunity to come together to celebrate the achievements of women, inspire each other, and build connections within our community. It will feature: ... Read more
This 90-minute session is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) unlock the full potential of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to drive sales growth. We’ll dive into the key strategies and actionable steps required to implement a successful CRM strategy. In a small event with a maximum of 12 participants, Anna will help ... Read more
Welcome to Supercharge Your Sales with AI! 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 ... Read more
About this event Join Essex Construction Alliance for Essex Build 2025, a first event of its kind for Essex, this spring. Essex Build 2025 is your one-stop show to network with key buyers, learn about Essex project opportunities and acquire valuable new business leads. The event will bring together Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors with the ... Read more
Hear from experts - Essex Police's Business Crime and Cyber Prevent Team and ESRC take part in a special Cyber Escape Room challenge and Q&A. 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 ... Read more
Are you poised to seize opportunities in the public sector and elevate your business to new heights? Winning public sector tenders can be a transformative venture, fuelling growth and stability for your business. Now is the time to assess your readiness and sharpen your strategies to become a leading contender for public sector tenders. Some ... Read more
After the tremendous success of the workshop we ran last year with the Essex Police Business Crime Team, we are delighted to bring this insightful workshop back in 2025. The session is designed to equip you with the essential skills and techniques to prevent, navigate and resolve conflicts in your working environment. We understand that it ... Read more
Accessing business finance is a barrier for many entrepreneurs, and when faced with additional barriers, as many Disabled entrepreneurs are – the topic can become even harder to navigate. On Monday 31st March at 11am, Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank are running an online Masterclass to help Disabled, d/Deaf and Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs understand how and ... Read more
