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
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.
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.
Getting that new product to market: 1–1 sessions
This is an opportunity to discuss your product idea, in confidence with an industry expert.
What is a trade mark and how to search for one
Customers need to be able to identify your business from your competition in a highly competitive market place.
Entrepreneurs Guide to Smart Money
Master money with confidence and learn practical strategies to manage cash flow, pay yourself efficiently and build lasting wealth.
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.
Beginners Guide to Business Finance
The essentials of managing working capital: who, what, why, where, when and how.
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 Intellectual Property
An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.
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!
Grant finder – Financial support for your business and community
During this webinar the British Library will show you the GRANTfinder business information database.
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.
HMRC – registering for self-employment or registering your business
Your obligation to HMRC whether registering as self-employed or registering your new business.
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.
Getting It Made
A practical and inspiring webinar focusing on sourcing and production management for fashion and accessory brandsNetworking for Success – Express
Join Coach-Speaker-Author Rasheed Ogunlaru for this online event to help you learn to network effectively, strategically and authentically.
Is It Time to Hire?
Spotting the signs and taking the right steps.
How do I research my market?
A guide to using published market research sources and field research to find information on your business sector.Inventors' Club
Great ideas can change the world!
An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching
This online webinar will explain the basics behind patents, patent protection and registration.
Speed mentoring: Revitalizing your business in 2026
Ever wanted to ask that one burning question, but never had the energy or time to ask...
Introduction to registered designs
Almost every organisation has intellectual property of some sort – this series of webinars helps businesses to understand and protect it.
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?PRECIOUS Nights – Building a Business That Works
You don't have to run a creative business to learn from creative founders.