Business & IP Centre

About our events

We’re here to help you start and grow your business. We offer a busy programme of free events, workshops and one-to-ones with our team of specialists, as well as access to the largest collection of business and intellectual property (IP) information in the UK, including market research, funding and company information.

Discover more about our resources and services via our webpage.

What's on

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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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    How to apply sustainable strategies to your business

    Sustainability is vital for businesses, particularly start-ups and small enterprises aiming for long-term success.

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    Fashion Founder Friday

    These informal AMA’s, hosted by Fashion Angel Founder Alison Lewy MBE, give you the opportunity to ask any business related questions.
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    Money Management for Business Owners

    Learn how to manage your money as an entrepreneur.

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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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    How to master the art of grant fundraising

    Master grant fundraising! Craft winning approaches and secure funding with expert guidance and strategies.

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    How to develop your business strategy – Business Model Canvas

    Explore the two most effective methods to develop a winning strategy for success – the Business Plan and the Business Model Canvas.

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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 build a winning website

    Build a standout website. Learn WordPress basics and design strategies for start-ups and small businesses.

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    How to raise capital for business growth

    Gain actionable insights on how to secure funding for your business growth and long-term success.

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    How Cobra can help your business journey

    When you're starting out in business, trying to find the right information can seem daunting. Well, we can help!

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    GRANTfinder – Financial support for your business and community

    During this webinar the British Library will show you the GRANTfinder business information database.

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    Soul Trader: Build your business by heart

    Join leading life & business coach Rasheed Ogunlaru author of Soul Trader, to learn how to build an authentic, rewarding business.

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    How to develop a PR strategy for growth

    Master PR skills to boost your business growth with insights from industry experts.

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    How do I research my market?

    A guide to using published market research sources and field research to find information on your business sector.
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    Networking for Success – Express

    Join Coach-Speaker-Author Rasheed Ogunlaru for this online event to help you learn to network effectively, strategically and authentically.

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    An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching

    This online workshop will explain the basics behind patents, patent protection and registration.

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    How to master social media for your business

    Discover how to leverage social media to build and grow your brand online.

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    How to hone your digital marketing skills

    Master digital marketing for small businesses. Gain clarity and boost your online presence effectively.
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    Introduction to Intellectual Property

    An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.

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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 create captivating videos for lead-generation

    Transform your smartphone into a lead-generation powerhouse with easy, cost-effective video marketing strategies.

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    Introduction to copyright for business

    Learn the basics of copyright and get an introduction to protecting and managing your copyright as well as using the work of others.

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    How to build a brand story for your business

    A guide to Story Cube, the framework to help entrepreneurs inspire, pitch and sell with ease.

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