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SUMMARY:The AI era is here - are you ready?
DESCRIPTION:With the cost of doing business continuing to rise\, UK companies face financial challenges. AI presents a solution\, enabling businesses to scale and boost productivity and output\, without high financial investment. Now is the time to explore how AI can streamline operations and support growth in the year ahead. \n\nEvent Details\nJoin us for an insightful and practical session on integrating AI into your business\, designed to help you understand where and how to start. Learn to identify key opportunities for workflow optimisation\, data centralisation\, to intelligent automation that eliminates manual tasks and reduces errors. Gain practical tips on building an IT and data infrastructure that’s ready for the AI era and discover how AI agents can enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. \nThe session will also address the essential regulatory considerations\, including the EU AI Act and the importance of AI compliance and liability insurance. Plus\, explore how to select AI tool vendors that align with these regulations from day one. \nKey topics: \n\nStarting Your AI Journey.\nThe Power of Data\nIntelligent Automation\nAI Agents\nAI Compliance and Regulation\nBenefits of an AI-Powered Business\n\nWhether you’re a small business owner or a seasoned entreprenuer\, this simple\, accessible approach will help you tap into AI’s potential to drive growth and stay ahead of the competition. Let AI do the heavy lifting—it’s AI made easy! \nHost\n\n\n\nKaty Smythe – Development Manager for Lancashire and Cumbria\, Federation of Small Businesses \n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nDominic Kos – Co-Founder\, Cleverfox \nDominic is a creative Business Development professional with twenty three years experience across AI\, SaaS\, digital publishing\, digital healthcare & property. Dominic has designed and launched new digital products globally at World Architecture News\, generated 7-figure annual sales at Travelzoo\, and advised a private island business in Croatia. With a natural ability to connect with customers and understand their business drivers\, Dom loves building relationships with customers & developing partnerships. \n\n\n\n\n\nSamy Mansour – Co-Founder\, Cleverfox \nSamy is a technical AI Consultant and Digital Strategist with extensive enterprise experience. He specialises in business process optimisation\, data-driven solutions\, and digital transformation projects. Leading on AI & data initiatives and driving innovation across enterprises\, including global £1B+ SaaS organisations like Cornerstone\, OnDemand and The Access Group. With a digital-first mindset\, Samy helps companies leverage AI and data to unlock growth and efficiency. \n\n\n\nEvent contact\nFor help and support regarding this event\, please telephone our dedicated events helpline 01253 746265
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SUMMARY:Ethnic Minority led business networking
DESCRIPTION:A friendly\, supportive and productive monthly virtual networking meeting for ethnic minority entrepreneurs. \n\nEvent details\nThis is a regular opportunity to bring together ethnic minority-led businesses to network together\, advise each other and build up contacts across the whole of the UK. \nThese focused events are a great option for ethnic minority led businesses who may be new to networking and looking for a friendly place to start\, but also great for those with more networking experience who would like to grow their contacts within a community of inspiring business. \nThe monthly online networking session will feature a short 10-minute talk by an ethnic minority speaker – or someone who is an advocate for ethnic minority led businesses – before we go into breakout rooms so attendees can network with one another in a friendly and supportive environment. \n\n\n\nHosted by Jason Roberts\, Founder and CEO of Kaleida International.  \nHailing from Brixton\, South London\, after 24 years working in the financial services industry in both banking\, and sales\, Jason was frequently reminded of his diverse identity. From the lack of representation in boardrooms\, to being made aware that his 6’ 5” frame was intimidating\, he experienced prejudice\, bias and discrimination that impacted opportunities. \nIn 2021\, Jason launched Kaleida International\, a fully-inclusive\, B2B marketplace for tenders focused on helping buyers find\, assess and invite diverse suppliers to tender. A father to two daughters\, Jason enjoys golf\, long walks and has a passion for yachting. \n\n\nDuring the bi-monthly events\, you will get a chance to: \n\nHear from a variety of speakers during the ‘in conversation with’ discussions a member of the ethnic minority community\nNetwork and engage with fellow business owners during breakout room sessions.\nExplore how we can support our community moving forward and drive FSB’s Equality Diversity and Inclusion agenda.\n\nThese virtual networking meetings are part of the FSB’s ongoing campaign which aims to encourage inclusive\, supportive workplaces and offer advice for the country’s army of ethnic minority led entrepreneurs. \nThis month\, we are delighted to welcome our guest speakers\, Dr. Isaac Enakimio and Dr Blessing Enakimio\, who will talk about the Empower Gala – Celebrating Excellence\, Cultural Heritage and Community Impact. \nEmpower Gala is Kent’s premier event celebrating cultural heritage\, leadership and outstanding achievements across the public\, private and charity sectors. This annual gathering honours visionaries and change makers driving meaningful impact in their communities and industries.Central to Empower Gala is its commitment to community engagement\, inviting nominations for its prestigious Recognition Awards. This inclusive approach ensures the spotlight shines on unsung heroes and leaders making a difference at every level. \nWith a mission to foster collaboration and inspire excellence\, Empower Gala connects leaders to celebrate achievements\, forge impactful partnerships and create lasting connections. The event aligns with global priorities like the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 17) Partnerships for the Goals. \nFrom its elegant awards ceremony and cultural performances to vibrant networking opportunities\, Empower Gala is more than an event; it’s a platform for celebrating the power of connection\, community and human potential. \n\n\n\nDr. Isaac Enakimio \nDr. Isaac Enakimio\, CEO of Knowledge Incorporated LTD\, is a globally respected expert in digital transformation and strategic consulting. With over 15 years of experience\, he specialises in aligning technology with strategic goals to deliver sustainable\, high-impact outcomes across healthcare\, financial services\, charity\, and government sectors. \nDr. Isaac’s P3M Beyond Frameworks methodology exemplifies his forward-thinking approach\, bridging the gap between strategy\, leadership\, benefit realisation and project execution. A holder of a Global MBA and a Professional Doctorate in Business Transformation\, he is also a sought-after mentor\, speaker\, and thought leader. Knowledge Incorporated LTD currently offers Project Management as a Service (PMaaS)\, providing flexible\, scalable\, and expert-led solutions for project management\, organisational change and digital transformation. Its P3M++ Framework ensures measurable success and long-term value\, enabling organisations to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Blessing Enakimio \nDr. Blessing Enakimio is a Chartered Organisational Development Consultant\, International Events Director\, International Speaker and a published author with expertise in optimising people\, processes and performance. She optimises organisations to achieve measurable impact by aligning strategy with purpose. \nAs a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD and a Fellow of the Learning and Performance Institute\, Dr. Enakimio’s thought leadership extends globally. Her book\, Access Granted: Mastering Strategic Meetings and Events\, introduces transformative frameworks like the Event Success Matrix\, helping leaders leverage events as strategic assets. \nDr. Enakimio has spoken at platforms such as the Africa Energy Forum in Barcelona\, the Arab African Investment and International Cooperation Forum in Egypt and Breakthrough Women in Kent\, empowering decision-makers with actionable insights. She also serves as the IoD Kent Ambassador for EDI and as a Business Champion with Creative Medway. \n\n\nThis free #FSBConnectOnline networking is open to all businesses – both FSB members and non-members are welcome to attend\, so please feel free to share with your networks. \nPlease note that subtitles will automatically be enabled for this virtual networking event. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nOur events and activities\, including those focused on a specific issue or equality characteristic\, are open to all. We encourage shared learning\, wider conversations\, and a collective responsibility to inclusivity through allyship\, where marginalised groups are supported by others. FSB | Diversity and inclusion \nPlease view our Privacy Notice. \nEvent Contact \n\nFor help and support regarding this event\, please telephone our dedicated events helpline 01253 336028 or email csdeventsupport@fsb.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Disabled Entrepreneurs Networking
DESCRIPTION:A friendly\, supportive and productive monthly virtual networking meeting for entrepreneurs with any form of disability or health issues. \n\nThis is a regular opportunity to bring together business owners with any form of physical or mental health issues to network together\, advise each other and build up contacts across the whole of the UK. \nThe monthly online networking session will feature a short 10 minute talk by a speaker with a health issue – or someone who is an advocate for those with a disability – before we go into breakout rooms so attendees can network with one another in a friendly and supportive environment. \n\n\n\nThis month’s guest speaker is Antje Bothin\, Director of Assertive Voices. \nAntje has lived experience of selective mutism / SM\, an inability to talk in certain situations in public\, and communication anxiety / fear of speaking. Assertive Voices run workshops for more equality and inclusion regarding communication\, selective mutism awareness and support at work\, in business\, in education and in the community. They also provide support groups for adults with SM\, creative writing and strategies to ensure affected people do not get excluded in society. In this session\, Antje will discuss Assertive Voices’ work and mission. \n\n\nThese virtual networking meetings are part of the FSB’s ongoing Business Without Barriers campaign which aims to encourage inclusive\, supportive workplaces and offer advice for the country’s army of disabled entrepreneurs. \nThis free #FSBConnectOnline networking is open to all businesses – both FSB members and non-members are welcome to attend\, so please feel free to share with your networks. \nPlease note that subtitles will automatically be enabled for this virtual networking event. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nOur events and activities\, including those focused on a specific issue or equality characteristic\, are open to all. We encourage shared learning\, wider conversations\, and a collective responsibility to inclusivity through allyship\, where marginalised groups are supported by others. \nEvent contact\nFor general enquiries regarding the event\, please telephone our dedicated events helpline 01253 336028 or email csdeventsupport@fsb.org.uk
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