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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    Introduction to copyright for business

    Free
    Almost every organisation has intellectual property of some sort – this workshop helps businesses to understand and protect it.
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    Inventors' Club

    Free
    Great ideas can change the world!
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    What is a trade mark and how to search for one

    Free
    Customers need to be able to identify your business from your competition in a highly competitive market place.
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    Fashion Founder Friday

    Free
    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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    How to hone your digital marketing skills

    Free
    Master digital marketing for small businesses. Gain clarity and boost your online presence effectively.
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    Inspiring Entrepreneurs: Meet the Foodies

    Join us for a delicious conversation with inspiring food entrepreneurs during this Food Season.
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    How to harness marketplace opportunities

    Free
    Unlock the Secrets to Marketplace Mastery: Building an Effective eCommerce Strategy
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    Start Up Stars: Building Business Confidence

    Free
    Join us for an evening of inspiration and networking as our successful businesses discuss how they developed their confidence.
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  9. A row of people lined up against a yellow background. Each person is using a device, they look busy and happy. Above the work Brand is on the wall.

    How to tell your brand story & sell more

    Story Cube – the framework to help ambitious entrepreneurs inspire, pitch and sell with ease.
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