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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.

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Network with Colchester City Council at the Delta Hotel Colchester

Delta Hotels Colchester London Road Marks Tey, Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom

Networking Breakfast – Driving Economic Growth & Investment in Colchester Start your day with purpose, connect with fellow professionals, and gain exclusive insights from the leadership of Colchester City Council at the newly refurbished Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester. This is your opportunity to hear directly from Pamela Donnelly, CEO of Colchester City Council, and Lindsay Barker, ... Read more

£30.00 – £50.00

Southchurch Business Expo 2025

600 Southchurch Road 600 Southchurch Road, Southend On Sea, Essex

The third Southchurch Business Expo is being organised by Southend-on-Sea City Council Economic Development Team in partnership with Project Southchurch and sponsorship from Kursaal Plant Hire. It will provide a marketplace of business support giving advice to new and established businesses. It will offer advice to young entrepreneurs and potential new traders about setting up ... Read more

Free

Southend Local Business Pledges

Park Inn by Radisson Palace Park Inn, Church Road, Southend-on-Sea

We are delighted to invite you to this event for local businesses, charities and inclusion teams to collaborate and share information about an untapped talent pool of Southend-on-Sea City Council Care Leavers. Throughout the day, you will hear powerful stories that highlight the journeys of care-experienced young people and the positive impact that collaborative support ... Read more

Free

A Guide to Government Contracts – Series of 4 workshops on How to Tender – Rochford Business Customers Only

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

A guide to Government contracts - Series of 4 workshops Rochford District Council, Southend-on-Sea City Council and Launchpad Southend are pleased to provide local businesses with a series of FREE new workshops designed to help your business navigate the world of Government contracts! Join us at Launchpad for four interactive sessions where you will learn everything you ... Read more

Free

Preparing for Your Public Sector Tender Journey – Southend Business Customers Only

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

OverviewThis workshop is designed for micro and small businesses looking to take their first steps into public sector tendering. If you're aiming to win lower-value tenders and requests for quotations (RFQs) but feel overwhelmed by procurement jargon, this session will help you build confidence and clarity. What You’ll Learn How to access public sector opportunities ... Read more

Free

Southend Business Partnership Briefing 9 October 2025

Maritime Room, Cliffs Pavilion Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex

The morning will have on offer a free light breakfast, networking opportunities and a round of updates from local providers. The focus of the event will be around AI. AI presentation will be from the AI Guys:- An AI automation agency empowering your business with intelligent automation. Space East will also be presenting on funding and advice ... Read more

Free

AI Accelerator: Introduction to AI and Digital Tools

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

Join us for a full-day, hands-on Digital Tools and AI Workshop designed to help professionals streamline workflows, boost productivity, and confidently integrate AI into their daily operations. In the morning session, we’ll explore the fundamentals of digital tools, including communication, project management, automation, and data analysis platforms. Through interactive activities like tool mapping, gap analysis, and real-world scenario ... Read more

Free

Leadership, Management & Communication Workshop.

Launchpad Southend Launchpad Airport Business Park, Rochford

Great leadership isn’t just about position — it’s about impact.  This intensive Leadership, Management & Communication Workshop is designed to help you:   ✔ Communicate more effectively across teams  ✔ Lead with confidence, clarity and purpose  ✔ Manage people and priorities with real impact   📍 In-person at Launchpad Southend(with lunch & refreshments)  🗓️ 15 Oct (full ... Read more

£595.00

Leigh-on-Sea Business Expo

Belfair Methodist Church Hall Eastwood Road North, Leigh On Sea, Essex

The second Leigh-on-Sea Business Expo is being organised by Southend-on-Sea City Council - Business-on-Sea in partnership with Leigh-on-Sea.com It will provide a marketplace of local businesses and services. This is open to residents and businesses, so why not pop along and join us.

Free

Festival of Business: Building a Greater Essex

Chelmsford City Racecourse Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom

Back for its fourth year, our premier event for businesses across Essex to connect, collaborate, and celebrate success will be held on Wednesday 5 November, from 10.00am until 3.00pm at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Essex is a powerhouse of innovation, enterprise, and opportunity, making this year’s theme “Building a Greater Essex” the perfect place to focus on strengthening our local economy, celebrating ... Read more

Free

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