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SUMMARY:Employment & Policy Changes: How the Budget Impacts Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join Small Business Britain and Indeed for a free\, one-hour webinar breaking down the Chancellor’s Budget\, announced on 30th October. As part of Indeed’s People for Business programme\, this session will focus on what small businesses need to know about potential employment and policy changes. \nMichelle Ovens CBE\, founder of Small Business Britain\, will lead the session\, where she will be dissecting the key updates and how they may affect small business owners. \nWe will also cover: \nThe new working rights bill \nThe real business landscape for small businesses\, including both the opportunities and challenges \nHow Small Business Britain and Indeed can support you through these changes. \nDo join us for what promises to be a fascinating session
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/employment-policy-changes-how-the-budget-impacts-small-businesses/
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Business Landscape: from Start Up to SME
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive workshop designed to help businesses at every stage of their journey\, from start-up to small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs). Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale\, this webinar will equip you with the insights\, strategies\, and tools needed to thrive in today’s competitive market. \nFor: Businesses based in Essex \nNo matter where you are on your business journey\, this workshop will support you in navigating your: \nCompetitive Landscape: Understand how to identify your unique selling points (USPs) and differentiate yourself from competitors. \nBusiness Model Options: Explore innovative ways to optimize your revenue streams and enhance profitability. \nMarketing Effectiveness: Pinpoint the most effective channels for reaching your target audience and maximizing marketing ROI. \nScaling for Success: Learn how to create the right conditions to launch new products\, services\, and expand your business. \nUnlock the tools to navigate your business challenges and scale with confidence! \nAbout the host: \nRoss Moran\, Business Advisory Manager \nOver two decades focusing on new venture creation and business transformation\, Ross has worked in multiple finance\, management\, and technology roles within small and large organisations. Implementing new business models and developing a deep understanding of how technology process improvements intersect with business lifecycles and ecosystems has given Ross a unique perspective on most aspects of business including market research\, new product development\, raising finance\, sales\, marketing\, and business transformation. \n\nThis workshop is provided courtesy of Backing Essex Business. Fully-funded by Essex County Council and delivered by Let’s Do Business Group. Backing Essex Business (Formerly Back to Business Essex) is here to support business growth across the county\, promoting economic growth and creating jobs\, by providing free business support\, access to finance and training.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/navigating-the-business-landscape-from-start-up-to-sme/
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SUMMARY:Developing Intelligent Solutions with AI and Unlocking GPT’s Power
DESCRIPTION:This online event is for Oxford Innovation customers only. \nIf you are an Oxford Innovation customer please speak to your Centre Manager for more details. \nMicrosoft and OpenAI are collaborating to deliver cutting-edge AI tools\, infrastructure\, and models. \nThis exclusive session will introduce you to the potential of Generative AI\, offering practical insights on how to develop AI solutions and Copilots that can enhance both your internal operations and customer-facing services. \nAttendees will learn how to harness these technologies to improve: \n\nAutomation\nstreamline processes\,\nand build software that delivers exceptional results.\n\nBy joining this session\, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how to leverage the power of AI like ChatGPT to create intelligent apps that drive innovation and delight your customers. \n+Plus\, attendees will receive access to free credits for building and experimenting with AI solutions. \nExamples how you can make AI work for you:\n\nInternal Process Enhancements\nSoftware Automation for Organisations\nBuilding Applications with ChatGPT\nAutomating Repetitive Tasks\nCustomer-Focused AI Tools\nHelpdesk AI Integration\n\nAnd more \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nHow to integrate Generative AI into your organisation’s workflow\nStrategies for improving customer experience using AI solutions\nTools and resources to kickstart your AI projects\nBest practices for building AI-powered Copilots\n\nWhat you’ll get:\n\nAI Free Credits with Microsoft\nTime to ask direct questions to experts\nNetworking opportunities with members from other Oxford Innovation Space\n\nAgenda\n\nWelcome by Artur Grzybowski from Oxford Innovation Space\nTalk by Michael and Paul from Microsoft\n\n\nQ/A – ask questions relevant to your business\n\nOrganiser\n\nOxford Innovation Space works to transform local economies by creating environments where dynamic and innovative businesses come together and thrive. We operate the largest network of innovation centres in the UK and Ireland\, partnering with local authorities\, universities\, and developers to assist from concept to fit-out and the daily management of their buildings. \nGuest Speakers\nMichael Gillett is a Senior Partner Technology Manager at Microsoft where he collaborates with partner organisations to bring innovative technologies to market. Currently this focuses on building responsible AI products and working with ISV partners to lead the era of AI. He’s previously been head of software engineering and product management and wrote the first book about feature management and LaunchDarkly. \nPaul Veck works in Microsoft’s Global Partner Solutions Teams focused on helping UK Software companies innovate in Microsoft Cloud and also reach new customers via Microsoft’s Go To Market Channels. Paul has been working in the Microsoft software partner ecosystem for over 5 years and in that time\, has seen how Software companies can help their customers transform and the positive impact that they drive.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/developing-intelligent-solutions-with-ai-and-unlocking-gpts-power/
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