Start-up

About our events

Want to launch a new business? We’re here to help you get started. Our free start-up workshops, events and one-to-ones help you to understand all the essentials of setting up. Discover more on our webpage.

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    Kickstart Your Business (Day 1) – Business Research and Information

    Business Research and Information is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.

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    Kickstart Your Business (Day 2) – Get Started

    Get Started is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.

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    Money Management for Business Owners

    Learn how to manage your money as an entrepreneur.

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    Start using social media for my small business

    Everyone seems to talk about social media these days, but how can Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok and blogging actually help?
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    How to Start and Run a Successful Restaurant, Coffee Bar or Food Business

    Explore the best ways of opening and running a viable and profitable food business like a cafe, restaurant, bakery, or cake shop!

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    How to start a Community Interest Company

    Join this practical workshop to find out what a CIC is, how it works and whether it is right for your business.

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    Inspiring Entrepreneurs: Against the Odds

    Join us to celebrate National Women's Enterprise Week as we spotlight remarkable women who have built businesses against the odds.

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