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
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.
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.
Networking for Success – Express
Join Coach-Speaker-Author Rasheed Ogunlaru for this online event to help you learn to network effectively, strategically and authentically.
Kickstart Your Business (Day 2) – Get Started
Get Started is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.
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.
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.
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!
GRANTfinder – Financial support for your business and community
During this webinar the British Library will show you the GRANTfinder business information database.
How do I research my market?
A guide to using published market research sources and field research to find information on your business sector.
Start using the British Library for my Business
Introduction to the British Library's Business & IP Centre and a practical introduction to essential sources of business information.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.
Fashion Business Planning and Strategy
Join our Fashion Business Planning and Strategy Workshop to learn the secrets of creating a business plan to help you achieve success!
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?
Start-up, Start Here
Starting up? Start with us. Drop in to the British Library on 3 March and find out how to turn your business idea into a reality.
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!
Introduction to Self-Publishing
Time to learn about self-publishing and see if it's for you.
HMRC – registering for self-employment or registering your business
Your obligation to HMRC whether registering as self-employed or registering your new business.
Introduction to the BIPC for Postgraduate Researchers
A workshop introducing postgraduate researchers to the Business & IP Centre, relevant services and its contemporary and historical collections.
Get Published
Have you written (or are writing) a book and want to get it published? This workshop covers both going via a publisher and self-publishing.
Books Mean Business
Writing a book can help with getting your brand better known, engaging with your customers and showcasing your expertise.
One-to-One Information Clinics: Business and Intellectual Property
Sign up for a free one hour Information and Intellectual Property advice session with a member of our BIPC Team.