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 to master social media for your business
Discover how to leverage social media to build and grow your brand online.
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.
Make and use Book Trailers
From plotting to marketing, as well as author branding, a book trailer is a great way to engage your readers. This fun and practical session will show you how to develop your own good quality book trailers without overspending.
Business Finances Demystified
A beginner-friendly workshop that demystifies business finance by breaking down key jargon, reports and principles to help you build, understand and confidently explain a strong business model.
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.
Kickstart Your Business (Day 2) – Get Started
Get Started is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.
How to hone your digital marketing skills
Master digital marketing for small businesses. Gain clarity and boost your online presence effectively.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.
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!
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 to create captivating videos for lead-generation
Transform your smartphone into a lead-generation powerhouse with easy, cost-effective video marketing strategies.
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.
Getting that new product to market: 1–1 sessions
This is an opportunity to discuss your product idea, in confidence with an industry expert.
Behind the shelves: how to get your products stocked in retail
Breaking into retail can seem impossible. This workshop will demystify the process of getting your products into shops, tell you what retailers are actually thinking and help you assess whether retail is right for your business.
Introduction to registered designs
Almost every organisation has intellectual property of some sort – this series of webinars helps businesses to understand and protect it.
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.
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?
Money Management for Business Owners
Learn how to manage your money as an entrepreneur.
How to harness marketplace opportunities
Unlock the Secrets to Marketplace Mastery: Building an Effective eCommerce Strategy.
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.Inventors' Club
Great ideas can change the world!
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.
How to start a charity
Interested in starting a charity? Join this one-stop workshop to find out how.