(Monday - Friday 08:00 - 17:00)

Community and Events

Launchpad brings great businesses and people together and unites them in a culture of support, inspiration, and shared success.

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.

Upcoming Events

Improve your content strategy with AI

Zoom

Giorgia Guazzarotti and Monica Daswani feature in this Tech Hub Q&A webinar. Giorgia will cover content strategy, helping you align your business goals and engage your audience with the right platforms and content. She will explore AI tools for creating content and demonstrate how a content calendar can help you stay organised and consistent. Monica will explore current ... Read more

Free

A Guide to Meta Business Suite for Facebook & Instagram Workshop

Zoom

When navigating the Meta Business Suite, it can become overwhelming when trying to find your way around the platform, especially when it comes to placing ads and sponsoring posts or boosts. Not many of us have the budget to hire dedicated staff or third-party agencies to run our account so practical knowledge and skills are ... Read more

£95 – £150

Brand Distinction – The Art of Winning Customers’ Attention

Online

In a world where customers are bombarded with choices, how do you make your business the one they remember? Join Small Business Britain, BT Digital Skills, and marketing expert Karen Webber, founder of Goodness Marketing, for this one-hour webinar to help small businesses stand out in a competitive marketplace. You'll learn: - How to move beyond generic marketing and find your ... Read more

Free

Devolution for Essex – What you need to know

Online

Big changes are coming to Essex! With Essex selected for the government’s priority programme for devolution and local government reform, this is a critical moment for businesses, communities, and local leaders to understand what’s ahead. What’s Changing? 🔹 A new Mayor for Essex – Election set for Spring 2026 🔹 A strategic authority combining Essex, ... Read more

Free – £25

Windsor Framework Webinar

Zoom

As the Windsor Framework continues to reshape trade between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, upcoming regulatory changes are set to impact businesses across sectors. This informative webinar will break down key aspects, address challenges, and provide actionable insights for businesses. Key Discussion Points: Green Lane vs. Red Lane – Understanding the new customs procedures and eligibility ... Read more

Free – £25

Zoom

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.   Event details: Date: Tuesday 10th ... Read more

Free

Improving your Content & Planning for Social Media Workshop

Zoom

Do you want to know how to create standout graphics, stunning imagery and compelling video? But are you also trying to do this while stretched for time and/or on a limited budget? Then this brand-new course for 2025 is for you! Our experts in social media and creative content production at SRX Consultancy will teach ... Read more

£95 – £150

Security & Protection: Scams and How to Avoid Them

Zoom

Online scams targeting small businesses are on the rise - and they’re getting more sophisticated. From phishing emails to fake invoices, knowing what to look out for can make all the difference. Join Samantha Hancock from Derbyshire Constabulary, alongside Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank Academy, for a practical, no-nonsense session on how to spot, ... Read more

Free

US Trade Tariffs Webinar

Zoom

Behind the Tariffs: What 2025 Means for Your Supply Chain & Customs Strategy Recent changes to US tariffs have created new challenges and considerations for UK businesses trading with the United States. If you are exporting goods into the US it is essential to understand how these updated tariffs may impact your supply chain, pricing, ... Read more

Free – £25.00

ATA Carnets Workshop

Zoom

This virtual workshop will focus on a useful international scheme for the temporary movement of goods – the ATA Carnet Scheme. Since the UK left the EU there has been an increase in the need to control temporary movements, and if you are sending or receiving goods for demonstration, exhibitions, testing or as professional equipment, you ... Read more

£250.00 – £330.00

Book a tour

Join an inspiring community of innovators and entrepreneurs at Launchpad.
  • Book a tour of our workspace
  • Get more information on sizes, pricing & availability
  • Have your questions answered
  • Secure your choice of office, workshop, or meeting room
Name(Required)
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.