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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.
Timing is everything in business. Knowing when—and how—to invest your resources can make the difference between sustainable success and costly mistakes. Scale My Biz is a free, two-hour online workshop designed to help established businesses understand the critical difference between growth and scaling, and how to make informed decisions when expanding operations. This workshop is specifically for SMEs with established, repeat ... Read more
Forge Stronger Connections at Our Virtual Networking Start your morning with meaningful conversations, industry insights, and new opportunities at our upcoming Virtual Networking session. Whether you’re looking to broaden your connections or share your expertise, this friendly, informal event is the ideal space to grow your network. Our engaging breakout rooms make it easy to ... Read more
Use paid social media advertising to reach the right audience, drive traffic, and achieve real business results – without wasting money on ineffective ads. Many small business owners struggle with paid campaigns because they run ads without a clear strategy, leaving them frustrated when results don’t match their expectations. This workshop focuses on ... Read more
Get your business found online by the people who need you most. Tired of feeling like your website is invisible? You’re not alone. Many small business owners put time and effort into building their website but still struggle to show up in search results. This workshop will help you fix that. You’ll learn simple, practical ... Read more
Learn how email marketing can help your business grow. Ever feel like your emails just aren’t getting noticed? You’re not alone! Many small business owners send out emails but aren’t sure how to make them really work. In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of email marketing — how to write messages people actually want ... Read more
Learn how to design eye-catching graphics that elevate your brand and engage your audience without needing a design degree or expensive software, with this beginners guide to using Canva! Struggling to create professional-looking visuals for your business? Many small business owners find themselves overwhelmed by design tools or rely on costly designers for every project. ... Read more
Please join Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank for a LILAC Centre webinar. ‘Business Confidence for Disabled and Neurodivergent Founders’ will be presented by Suzi Payton. You can register now to join this free, one-hour online session. Date: Tuesday 28th April Time: 10.00am – 11.00am Location: Online via Zoom Suzi is a late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic speaker, comedian and ... Read more
In this Lunch and Learn, Dropbox’s Andy Wilson and Reclaim.ai's Elizabeth Werdnik will explore how small businesses can boost productivity and take control of their time using AI-powered tools. Many AI solutions promise efficiency, but the real value comes from tools that understand how you work. Andy will share how AI can help cut through ... Read more
Join the experts at Positive Planet to understand why ESG is good for the planet and good for business. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is rapidly becoming a core business priority, not just for large corporates, but increasingly for SMEs. This lunch & learn webinar provides a practical introduction to ESG, breaking down its key phases ... Read more
Heard everyone talking about AI but still aren't sure what it actually means for your business? Have you tried a tool or two, felt quietly underwhelmed and wondered if you're missing something obvious? In this Lunch and Learn, Charlotte Boundy explains how to start using AI and automation in a way that's practical, clear and specific to ... Read more
