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SUMMARY:Understanding and Developing a Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:An area that many small and new businesses struggle with is developing and defining their marketing approach. Creating a marketing strategy document is something every business owner should do before you start marketing your business. This document not only helps you discover your target market\, your focus for messaging\, and your strengths as a business\, but it can become your ultimate marketing reference guide\, keeping all your promotional material consistent\, concise\, and clear. \nIn this 2.5-hour intensive webinar\, we dive into the key areas of a marketing strategy document\, breaking down its key sections\, and equipping you with the knowledge and tools needed to go and craft your own! \nEvent details:\nTime: 10am – 12:30pm \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) \nCost: £35pp \nIn this power-packed session\, we will cover:\n\n\nWhat is Marketing Strategy?\n\n\n\n\nMarket Analysis\n\n\n\n\nSWOT Analysis\n\n\n\n\nIdentifying Target Audiences\n\n\n\n\nAnalysing Competitor Landscape\n\n\n\n\nCrafting Your Unique Value Proposition:\n\n\n\n\nDefining Your Brand Identity\n\n\n\n\nCreating Compelling Messaging\n\n\n\n\nChoosing the Right Channels\n\n\n\n\nMeasuring Success with KPIs\n\n\nGet ready for an immersive learning experience that will transform the way you approach marketing strategy! \n\nMeet the Host: \nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\nStacey is the Marketing Director of Let’s Do Marketing\, a marketing consultancy and services agency which is tailored to specifically support new and small businesses with organising and fulfilling their marketing ideas. With over 17 years of marketing experience\, working in both B2B and B2C environments\, Stacey has extensive experience in managing\, creating\, and promoting a variety of products and services using both online and offline marketing tools. Understanding the challenges faced by new and small businesses\, Stacey seeks to simplify the complexities of marketing\, with an approach focused on effectiveness and consistency\, ensuring that every marketing effort translates into tangible results. For Stacey\, marketing isn’t just about campaigns; it’s about building relationships and fostering an excellent customer experience.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/understanding-and-developing-a-marketing-strategy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Marketing
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SUMMARY:HR Prime FREE training session - Managing Menopause and Disability Within the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our HR Prime FREE training session on Managing Menopause and Disability Within the Workplace! Join us online for an informative session on how to support employees going through menopause and those with disabilities in the workplace. Our expert team will provide valuable insights and practical tips to create an inclusive and supportive work environment. This would be a good opportunity to enhance skills and make a positive impact in your organization. \nPlease register to secure your spot!
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/hr-prime-free-training-session-managing-menopause-and-disability-within-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Want learn how to use social media to market your business effectively? Join this short course from Let’s Do Marketing to learn how to create your social media strategy for success – and come away with the knowledge\, skills and confidence to start connecting with your customers online! \n  \nGet to know more about social media channels and what they can do for your business\, how to use them effectively\, as well as create award winning and eye catching content to resonate with your customers. Get a better understanding on tools and software to make your social media marketing a breeze\, and learn more about the possibilities with Social Media Marketing. \nEvent details:\nTime: 10am – 1pm \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) \nCost: £35pp \nDuring this course\, we’ll cover:\n\n\nThe basics – understanding how marketing relates to social media and vice versa\n\n\n\n\nThe characteristics of each social media channel\, how to determine which one is right for your business (or all of them!)\, as well as how to use the most popular channels Facebook\, Instagram and LinkedIn\n\n\n\n\nFinding your customer online\, and identifying ways to connect with and reach them\n\n\n\n\nCreating graphic design content using tools like Canva to capture the attention of customers on your news feed\n\n\n\n\nScheduling social media posts and content to make your life easier\, with tools like Meta Business Suite\, Buffer and more\n\n\n\n\nDeveloping a social media Strategy\n\n\n  \nAs well a dedicated Q&A session\, where you can ask a social media expert any questions you have about your own social media strategy.  \n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nKerry Madge | Marketing Executive\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nKerry Madge is a dynamic Marketing Executive at Let’s Do Marketing\, bringing nearly six years of diverse experience collaborating with businesses of all sizes. Holding a BA in Marketing Management\, Kerry excels in social media advertising\, graphic design\, and copywriting. Her passion lies in crafting creative solutions and developing comprehensive marketing strategies that empower small businesses to visualise and achieve their overarching goals.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/introduction-to-social-media-marketing-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T113000
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SUMMARY:September Virtual Networking
DESCRIPTION:Level Up Your Network at Our Virtual Networking Session \nTake your professional connections to new heights – all from the comfort of your desk! Join industry leaders\, exchange valuable insights\, and form meaningful relationships at our next Virtual Networking session. \nThis interactive and informal experience makes connecting easy and enjoyable\, offering the chance to engage with a diverse range of professionals – many you might not have encountered otherwise. With dynamic breakout rooms\, you’ll reconnect with familiar faces and create new partnerships that could drive your career or business forward. \nGet ready to meet inspiring professionals\, dive into insightful conversations\, and expand your network like never before. Don’t miss out – secure your spot today! \nDate:   Wednesday 10 September 10.00am to 11.30am \nPlatform:   Zoom\nCost:   FREE for Members Non-Members £35.00 + VAT\nOnly TWO attendees per company \nAgenda \n9.50am – Sign into Zoom Meeting\n10.00am – Welcome introduction from a Client Relationship Manager\n10.05am – Networking\n11.30am – Meeting finishes
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/september-virtual-networking/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:AI For Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Britain is thrilled to deliver the AI For Small Business programme\, supported by BT Group\, to help small business owners unlock the power of AI and make their lives easier while streamlining operations. Whether it’s enhancing communication\, automating tasks\, or supercharging marketing efforts\, the academy has everything you need! \nJoin the programme to help you sharpen your digital skills to stay ahead of the curve. \nCourse dates \n  \n\nModule 1 – 15th September 10am\nModule 2 – 22nd September 10am\nModule 3 – 29th September 10am\nModule 4 – 6th October 10am\nModule 5 – 13th October 10am\nModule 6 – 20th October 10am\n\n\nA special thanks to BT Group for partnering with us on this programme
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/ai-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AI
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SUMMARY:AI For Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Britain is thrilled to bring back the AI For Small Business programme\, supported by BT Group\, to help small business owners use AI and make their lives easier. Whether it’s improving communication\, automating tasks\, or supercharging marketing efforts\, this programme has everything you need! \n\nJoin the programme to help you sharpen your digital skills to stay ahead of the curve. \nCourse dates \n  \n\nModule 1 – 15th September 10am\nModule 2 – 22nd September 10am\nModule 3 – 29th September 10am\nModule 4 – 6th October 10am\nModule 5 – 13th October 10am\nModule 6 – 20th October 10am\n\n\nA special thanks to BT Group for partnering with us on this programme.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/ai-for-small-business-2/
LOCATION:online workshop
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T003221
CREATED:20250829T095846Z
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SUMMARY:Online AI Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ambitious Essex Growth Hub are partnering up with Federation of Small Businesses’ to put on this engaging AI Workshop for you! \nJoin us for an immersive AI Workshop with the amazing Mathew Parkins\, Visionary AI Pioneer designed to explore the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence and modern network technologies. This hands-on session will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to understand how AI is transforming networking.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/online-ai-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AI,Learning and development
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T113000
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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Do's & Don'ts for Success
DESCRIPTION:LinkedIn has emerged as a powerful platform for professionals to connect\, network\, and advance their careers. \nJoin us as we delve into the essential do’s and don’ts of LinkedIn\, uncovering the key tactics to optimise your profile\, expand your network\, and engage effectively with potential customers and collaborators. \nWhether you are just starting\, or you are a regular user looking to enhance your profile\, this webinar is designed to equip you with practical insights in how to make the most of the platform. \nWe will also look at LinkedIn Campaign Manager including how to create audiences and paid ad capabilities. \nEvent details:\nTime: 9.30am – 11.30am \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) \nCost: £30pp \n\nMeet the Host:\nStacey Pretty | Marketing Director\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\nStacey is the Marketing Director of Let’s Do Marketing\, a marketing consultancy and services agency which is tailored to specifically support new and small businesses with organising and fulfilling their marketing ideas. With over 17 years of marketing experience\, working in both B2B and B2C environments\, Stacey has extensive experience in managing\, creating\, and promoting a variety of products and services using both online and offline marketing tools. Understanding the challenges faced by new and small businesses\, Stacey seeks to simplify the complexities of marketing\, with an approach focused on effectiveness and consistency\, ensuring that every marketing effort translates into tangible results. For Stacey\, marketing isn’t just about campaigns; it’s about building relationships and fostering an excellent customer experience.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/linkedin-dos-donts-for-success/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Social Media
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T120000
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SUMMARY:Green Growth Programme
DESCRIPTION:A Free 6-Week Programme for Small Businesses – Unlock the financial power of sustainability!\nRun by Small Business Britain in partnership with BT \nSustainability isn’t just good for the planet – it’s good for business. Join our brand new 6-week programme designed to help small businesses discover the financial benefits of becoming more sustainable. \nEach week\, you’ll learn from expert trainers and sustainability leaders\, explore practical actions you can take right away\, and hear real stories from fellow small businesses who are turning sustainability into growth. \nWhether you’re just starting or looking to build on existing efforts\, this programme will give you the tools and insights to succeed. \nProgramme Overview \n18 September 11am: The Business Case for Sustainability\nExplore why sustainability is a smart business strategy. Learn how small changes can lead to big savings and increased resilience\, with insights from the landmark Willow Review. \n25 September 11am: Quick Wins – The 5-Point Plan for Sustainability\nDiscover low-cost\, high-impact actions you can implement straight away using our proven 5-point plan tailored for SMEs. \n2 October 11am: AI and Sustainability  \nUnpack how AI and digital tools can support sustainability and efficiency in your business\, and learn about greener ways to use it. \n9 October 11am: Marketing Green – Attract More Customers\nLearn how to authentically communicate your sustainability story and tap into growing customer demand for ethical\, eco-conscious brands. \n16 October 11am: Money Talks – Finance and Funding for Sustainability\nFind out what grants\, loans\, and green finance options are available\, and how to successfully pitch for them. \n23 October 11am: Sustain the Gains – Planning for Long-Term Impact\nMake a long-term plan for sustainable growth. Discover how to measure your impact and stay connected with the right tools and communities. \nEach session includes expert-led training\, practical takeaways\, and a spotlight on a small business already making sustainability work for them. \nAll sessions will be recorded and will be available on a private page on the Small Business Britain website.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/green-growth-programme/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning and development,Online Event
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SUMMARY:Social Media Advanced: Paid Ads
DESCRIPTION:Description\nStart running Paid Ads on social media\, and reach more customers than ever before! \nWant to level up your social media channels and skills\, and learn how to run smart and effective paid social media campaigns on Facebook and Instagram? \n  \nJoin the course from Let’s Do Marketing and follow the whole process with an expert social media coach\, where you’ll learn how to dive deeper into and create a more targeted marketing strategy\, and how to plan and set up sophisticated Paid Ad campaigns from Facebook Ads Manager. \nEvent details:\nTime: 10am – 1pm \nLocation: Online (ZOOM) \nCost: £35pp \nDuring this course\, we’ll cover:\n\n\nDeveloping your customer personas online – investigating habits\, social media usage\, trends and more\n\n\n\n\nWays you can use data better – from installing a Facebook Pixel to using your Mailing Lists to create targeted audiences for your Paid Ads\n\n\n\n\nLearning about Meta Business Suite – useful tools included\, as well as how to navigate the platform\n\n\n\n\nDifferent formats and types of ads\n\n\n\n\nCreating graphic design content for Paid Ads using Canva\n\n\n\n\nWalkthrough of creating a Paid Ad Campaign on Facebook Ads Manager – from creating your campaign and narrowing down your audience\, to creating Ad copy and Call to Actions.\n\n\n\n\nMeasuring the results of your Paid Ad campaigns\n\n\n  \nAs well as a dedicated Q&A session\, where you can ask a social media expert any questions you have about running and creating your own paid advertisements on social media.  \n  \n\nMeet the Host:\nKerry Madge | Marketing Executive\, Let’s Do Marketing \n\n  \nKerry Madge is a dynamic Marketing Executive at Let’s Do Marketing\, bringing nearly six years of diverse experience collaborating with businesses of all sizes. Holding a BA in Marketing Management\, Kerry excels in social media advertising\, graphic design\, and copywriting. Her passion lies in crafting creative solutions and developing comprehensive marketing strategies that empower small businesses to visualise and achieve their overarching goals.
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/social-media-advanced-paid-ads/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Social Media
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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. \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. \nSpeaker \n \nThis September\, our guest speaker is Chris Naylor from Bnode who will be sharing how organisations can build digital spaces that are open\, fair\, and accessible to everyone. \nWhat barriers do disabled people (including those who are neurodivergent) face when using websites\, completing online forms\, or joining virtual events? These barriers are not minor\, they can block people from accessing your services and opportunities. \nChris is an expert in digital accessibility. Through Bnode\, he has developed tools and strategies that put inclusion at the centre of digital design. His mission is clear: “Digital Done Right”\, a commitment to ethical\, sustainable\, and accessible digital practices. \nAttendees will gain: \n\nInsight into common accessibility barriers and how they impact users.\nQuick wins you can apply straight away\, from better labels to accessible colour choices.\nThe benefits to your business for being more inclusive.\nResources and approaches to embed accessibility in your digital work long-term.\n\nYou’ll leave with a heightened awareness of digital inclusion\, the knowledge and confidence to spot barriers\, and how and why to start embedding accessibility into your organisation’s online presence. This is about more than compliance\, it is about fairness\, usability\, and building digital spaces that welcome everyone. \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. \nImportant Notice: \nPlease be advised that bookings will close 70 minutes prior to the event start time to allow sufficient time for customer service support. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/disabled-entrepreneurs-networking-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Networking,Online Event
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