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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

  1. A view of a tablet being held by a person in a grey suit jacket in order that someone with dark hair in a white shirt can view the screen
    Free

    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.
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    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?
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    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.

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    Free

    Introduction to Self-Publishing

    Time to learn about self-publishing and see if it's for you.

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    Introduction to registered designs

    Almost every organisation has intellectual property of some sort – this series of webinars helps businesses to understand and protect it.

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    Kickstart Your Business (Day 2) – Get Started

    Get Started is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.

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    An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching

    This online webinar will explain the basics behind patents, patent protection and registration.

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  8. A business woman sits and consults resources at a Business & IP Centre in Bristol.
    Free

    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!

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    How do I research my market?

    A guide to using published market research sources and field research to find information on your business sector.
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    Books Mean Business

    Writing a book can help with getting your brand better known, engaging with your customers and showcasing your expertise.

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  11. A man and a woman talk at a business centre (BIPC) in Brighton Library.
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    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.

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