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
How Cobra can help your business journey
FreeWhen 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
FreeWednesday 11 June 12.30 During this webinar the British Library will show you the GRANTfinder business information database.
Fashion Founder Friday
Most Fridays at 11.30 FreeThese informal AMA’s, hosted by Fashion Angel Founder Alison Lewy MBE, give you the opportunity to ask any business related questions.Introduction to Intellectual Property
FreeMonday 16 June 11.00 An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.
Start using the British Library for my Business
FreeMonday 16 June 14.00 Introduction to the British Library's Business & IP Centre and a practical introduction to essential sources of business information.
An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching
FreeTuesday 17 June 12.00 This online webinar will explain the basics behind patents, patent protection and registration.
What is a trade mark and how to search for one
FreeWednesday 18 June 12.00 Customers need to be able to identify your business from your competition in a highly competitive market place.Introduction to copyright for business
FreeThursday 19 June 12.00 Learn the basics of copyright and get an introduction to protecting and managing your copyright as well as using the work of others.
Start using social media for my small business
FreeFriday 20 June 12.00 Everyone seems to talk about social media these days, but how can Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok and blogging actually help?Introduction to registered designs
FreeThursday 26 June 12.00 Almost every organisation has intellectual property of some sort – this series of webinars helps businesses to understand and protect it.