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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.
Join other local businesses for an exciting networking event happening in Southend! It's the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network. The event will take place at Southend The Boundary. Don't miss out on this chance to meet new people, exchange ideas, and potentially collaborate on exciting projects. Mark your calendars ... Read more
In this course, you’ll gain a basic understanding of finance and accounting concepts to drive the success of your business. This workshop aims to demystify the accounting language so that you are in control of the financial performance of your business, helping you forecast for the future, evaluate your current efforts, and establish strategies to ... Read more
An unmissable opportunity to hear from cyber experts in Essex Police's Business Crime and Cyber Prevent Team. From banking, shopping, ordering, deliveries and significant business activities through streaming to social media, businesses, organisations and people are spending more time than ever online. Cyber security is an important part of daily life, whether you’re connecting to ... Read more
The morning will have on offer a free, light breakfast, networking opportunities and a round of business updates from local businesses and providers. Keynote speakers will be announced soon.
Business Buzz Southend networking sessions are an excellent way to mingle face-to-face with other local businesses in a free-flowing, fun atmosphere. Designed to work with your schedule, there’s no such thing as late with this two-hour drop-in session. Turn up whenever you like before the event closes at 12 noon and stay for 5 minutes ... Read more
Our last networking event of 2024 brought to you by Southend Creatives (formerly Southend Creative and Culture Network) WHO IS IT FOR?! Our networking events are for people that live and/or work in any creative and cultural industry in Southend. WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT THIS EVENT? - Introduction to Southend Creatives - Talk on "The effect of AI in the Creative ... Read more
Businesses and voluntary groups are invited to hear from Joe Chesterton, Executive Director for Finance and Resources and councilors about the council’s budget plans for 2025/26 and beyond. This is your chance to have your say on the council’s budget ahead of formal decisions being made.
Exclusive Member Only Networking Tour with Rega Research: A Celebration of Audio Excellence We are delighted to announce an exclusive Members only networking event with Rega Research, a global leader in high-fidelity audio systems. Rega Research Limited has been at the forefront of audio innovation for more than five decades, blending engineering expertise with a passion ... Read more
The morning will have on offer a free light breakfast, networking opportunities and a round of updates from local providers. The theme will be around wellbeing in the workplace. DWP will inform businesses of their employer support package. Learn how you can use Job Centre Plus to meet recruitment needs at no cost and the ... Read more
Join Southend-on-Sea City Council, SEATS and The Greater Essex Careers Hub during National Apprenticeship Week (10 to 16 February 2025) to explore how apprenticeships can transform your workforce. Our free event is designed for business owners and HR decision-makers, providing actionable insights into: ✅ Upskilling your current team with training from entry-level to Master's degree ... Read more
