Wednesday 26th April 2023

Event: Leadership for Growth Part 6: Innovating for Growth - 26/4/23

Event Type: Workshop

Description:
Change affects all businesses, so learning how to spot and manage emerging issues is a key skill for all leaders and managers. In this workshop, we guide you through the different types of change, and help you plan an effective response, from continuous improvement techniques to managing innovation.

What’s more, in fast moving industries or companies, understanding how to make continuous improvements can be a real game changer.

In this 4-hour Workshop, the sixth and final* of a six-part “Leadership for Growth” series, written specifically for owners or managers of SME businesses, we look at the sources of change, the impact on key stakeholders and the techniques available to manage it effectively.

During this workshop we cover:
- The main sources of change within a typical service or manufacturing business
- Understanding the impact of change on employees
- Your options for managing change
- An overview of change management techniques and how to apply them
- Preparing and engaging your stakeholders for change
- Future sources of change and how to anticipate their impact
*This ‘stand-alone’ workshop is the sixth of a series of six half-day workshops that will help you to transform the leadership performance of your business.

Who Should Attend:

This 4-hour workshop is ideal for leaders and managers of small businesses. Whether you employ a small growing team, or an established bigger business, this workshop will give you an opportunity to further strengthen your leadership skills and capacity.

Delivery:

This workshop will be delivered by Edward Ryder from Biskit Ltd. Edward has over 30 years of business experience, and regularly works with companies across the UK, helping them scale and grow.

This workshop is fully-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and so your business does need to be registered and confirmed as eligible for our ERDF-funded Business Growth Scheme. Please check Your Event Eligibility process below.

Your Event Eligibility:

Business Growth Scheme workshops and webinars are fully-funded by ERDF and are therefore FREE to attend for SMEs who are fully registered with the #GrowMySME Programme.

An eligible SME is one that, at a minimum, must:
- Have a trading address in the Humber area, which is; Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire
- Have less than 250 full time (or equivalent) employees
- Have a turnover of less than €50m or a balance sheet of less than €43m
For businesses that are yet to register with the #GrowMySME Programme please contact us at bgs@heylep.com.

You will be contacted by a member of the team to fill in an online Registration Form, which collects contact information, and basic information about your business, which will determine your initial eligibility for the Programme.

Once eligibility has been determined, a member of the team will then be able to confirm your event booking. You will also be offered the opportunity to be contacted by your local #GrowMySME business advisor.

For businesses that are already registered with the #GrowMySME Programme, our team will be in touch to confirm your event booking.

NB – Please note:

Your business only needs to be eligibility checked and registered once to access all parts of the #GrowMySME Programme up to June 2023
We can only accommodate one delegate per business at any individual workshop or masterclass in order to meet demand from the Humber SME community
There are 3 upcoming dates for this event.

Start: 26th April 2023 9:00 am
End: 26th April 2023 1:00 pm
Venue: Village Hotel Henry Boot Way (Hull)
Cost: £0.00
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Event: HR Foundations for Growth Part 3: Wellbeing & Mindfulness In the Workplace - 26/4/23

Organiser: Hull and East Yorkshire Growth Hub

Event Type: Workshop

Description:
About this event

The COVID pandemic, hybrid working, the current economic climate and our changing workforce has put the health, wellbeing and mindfulness of business owners and employees front and centre.

But what can business owners do about it? If you’re new to the concept of health, wellbeing and mindfulness, then this 4-hour workshop will give you the chance to create an action plan, whilst sharing thoughts and ideas with other business owners. All facilitated by an experienced business professional.

This 4-hour workshop uses up to date information, and case study examples from other companies, so you can choose the tools and ideas that work for you. Companies that already have effective plans in place, may wish to attend the 1-hour webinar instead for an update session.

What’s more, the workshop will also highlight training and funding opportunities available from HEY LEP and HEY Growth Hub to support you.

This workshop includes:

- The impact of COVID upon the UK workforce
- The impact of hybrid working on motivation
- How to empower your managers to spot health, wellbeing and mindfulness issues
- The importance of mental health awareness, and what you can do about it
- How to embed health and wellbeing solutions into your business
- The changing needs of employees: young and old

Who should attend?

Business owners or Directors currently employing staff, and who wish to check whether they have the correct systems and procedures in place, or owners of new companies wishing to employ staff.

Delivery:

The sessions will be delivered by Edward Ryder from Biskit Ltd.

Edward has over 25 years of business experience, and currently provides consultancy support to multiple high growth engineering, e-commerce and manufacturing companies across the UK.

Your Event Eligibility:

Business Growth Scheme workshops and webinars are fully-funded by ERDF and are therefore FREE to attend for SMEs who are fully registered with the #GrowMySME Programme.

For businesses that are already registered with the #GrowMySME Programme, our team will be in touch to confirm your event booking.

NB – Please note:

Start: 26th April 2023 1:30 pm
End: 26th April 2023 5:30 pm
Venue: Village Hotel Henry Boot Way (Hull)
Cost: £0.00
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Event: Meet the buyer: How to sell to government with Deloitte Digital

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Price: FREE
Date: Wednesday 26th Apr 2023
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
If you’re a small business offering tech, digital, design or development services, join this free event to meet the Deloitte Digital team and learn how you can be part of the Deloitte SME supply chain for public-sector contracts.

Deloitte Digital helps create new growth by elevating the human experience — with connected ideas, technology and talent. The unit is looking to increase the number of small businesses included in bids to deliver government and wider public-sector contracts.

Attend this event to:
- hear from the government on procurement plans for small and medium-sized businesses
- meet a representative from Deloitte Digital
- access opportunities to bid to the public sector with Deloitte
- hear from a founder who’s successfully secured contracts through Deloitte
If you have any questions, please email them to events@enterprisenation.com.

Agenda
10am: Welcome to the event
10.05am: An introduction to Deloitte Digital and how you can sell to the public sector
10.25am: How I sold to the government via Deloitte: Interview with a small business
10.40am: The government approach to SME procurement: Andrew Williams, deputy director, small business, Cabinet Office
10.55am: Break
11.05am: Selling to government with Deloitte: Overview of contract opportunities available to you
11.35am: Getting supplier-ready and joining the Deloitte Supplier Eco-System: What you need to know
11.55am: Next steps and close of event

Event: Free SEO masterclass

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Price: £0.00
Date: Wednesday 26th Apr 2023
Time: 11:00 - 12:00
In this interactive session, we’ll discuss best practices for Search Engine Optimisation (SEO). We’ll explore how it works, how to get set up for success, and techniques for increasing website visibility. Participants will have a chance to ask questions tailored to their unique needs.

Event: Boost your online influence 10X. Expand your reach with Thriize

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Price: £0.00
Date: Wednesday 26th Apr 2023
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
As a founder, business owner or marketing manager, are you finding it frustrating to see a decrease in organic reach despite investing a significant amount of time, budget and effort into creating great content for social media?

We understand the struggles you may be facing and want to help you get the results your content deserves.

That’s why we are so excited to announce that on Wednesday 26th April 2023 at 6pm we’ll be having a live event with industry leaders and social media experts to introduce a new market tool that will drive your content to GET THE RESULTS and awareness it deserves.

Presented by Vertismedia in collaboration with the Royal Holloway University, and The Digital Organisation and Society Research Centre, this event will feature Thriize’s Founders, Laura Cioffi & Marco Piscitelli alongside industry and academia leaders and social media experts who will introduce you to Thriize’s cutting-edge technology and explain how it can help you turn your social media content into promoted content that will be seen by millions on top world’s publishers, in seconds.

In addition to learning about Thriize’s groundbreaking technology, the live launch event is also an excellent opportunity to network with other founders and industry professionals. You’ll have the chance to connect with businesses, academia, brands, social media experts, marketing experts, influencers, and content creators, who are all interested in staying at the forefront of digital media marketing.

Make sure to bring your business cards and be ready to share your experiences and insights, and gain valuable knowledge and contacts from this diverse community of professionals.

This is an exclusive event and to register it’s FREE and simple.

Places are limited, so register now to guarantee your place! Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to be one of the first to experience Thriize’s powerful capabilities.

The programme

6.00 pm – 6.15 pm – Registration & Networking

6.15 pm – 6.30 pm – The Struggle of Short Lifespan and Low Reach: Solving Social Media Challenges for Brands and Creators

6:30 pm - 6:50 pm - PLATFORM LAUNCH -Revolutionising Social Media Reach: How Thriize is Maximizing Content Visibility and Results for Brands and Creators

6:50 pm - 7:00 pm - Q&As Session + LAUNCH OFFER

7.00 pm – 8.00 pm – Drinks & Nibbles + Networking

Speakers

Lorna Bladen. An active supporter of all things start-ups and marketing, Lorna is dedicated to helping people turn their ideas into successful realities. She does this via her role as Chief Marketing Officer at Enterprise Nation, the UK’s most active small business network.

Dr Nisreen Ameen. Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing at Royal Holloway University of London. Co-Director, DOS research centre. Vice President, UKAIS.

Laura Cioffi. Thriize’s co-founder and head of product. With a background in advertising, Laura is an expert in adtech and digital marketing strategy. She’s dedicated to helping people turn their ideas into successful realities.

Event: Startup to success: The winning approach to business financing

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Price: £0.00
Date: Wednesday 26th Apr 2023
Time: 18:00 - 18:30
REGISTER FREE

Whether you’re a first-time entrepreneur looking to launch your startup, or a seasoned business owner wanting to grow and expand, this masterclass on business financing is for you.

Join funding expert and strategic coach Paul Grant to discover:

- How to find the money to launch your business
- The different routes to short-term capital
- 10 ways to raise £20k for your startup
- Bridging the burn when cashflow is tight
- Actionable advice and steps you can take right away

... and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical guidance on how to secure funding and take your business to the next level.

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Event: Improve your chances of securing a retail space for your business

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Price: £0.00
Date: Wednesday 26th Apr 2023
Time: 18:30 - 19:30
This event is perfect for small business owners who are starting to think about, or struggling to secure a permanent or pop-up space for their retail or hospitality business.

Market & Me Founder, Sophie will provide attendees with a deeper understanding of the simple things they can do to increase their chances of securing a physical space for their business.

Including -
- Identifying the type of space you want and need
- Valuable tips and insights on how to create a compelling application
- How to stand out from the competition
Whether you’re a startup or an established business, this workshop is an excellent opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced professionals and take your business to the next level. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and insight into securing a physical retail space for your small business!

Introducing Market & Me

Market & Me was born out of a passion for the Retail, Hospitality & Leisure industries and the brilliant businesses within it.

Its careful curation, built from years of experience of working with retail and leisure businesses to drive and enhance their potential, has ensured Market & Me is different. Tired of seeing business owners miss-sold, over-promised, and under-delivered to, Market & Me has community and collaboration at its core.

Purpose

We’re here to build long lasting relationships with you, with our sole purpose to support and empower you to support yourself. We’ll not sell at you or ask for a percentage of your turnover, all we want is for you and your business to thrive.

Founder

Sophie has spent the last two decades in businesses throughout the Retail & Hospitality sectors, from managing and coaching start-up’s and independents, to holding leading roles within household name brands and some of London’s most admired and complex landlords environments. She understands the intricacies faced in these ever-changing industries from both sides, first-hand, and has picked up an abundance of hints, tips and knowledge along the way.

Learn more about Market & Me at - www.marketandme.co.uk

Event: Lunch and Learn: How to create stunning video content for your business

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Price: £0.00
Date: Wednesday 26th Apr 2023
Time: 12:00 - 12:30
In this Lunch and Learn, Jeremy Mason will explain how to use Wave.video, a user-friendly platform that allows you to create stunning video content for your business. Join this session to hear Jeremy’s top tips on making business videos and using them to promote your business online.

Video gives business owners the opportunity to reach new audiences, and make sure their message is seen, heard and, most importantly, remembered! Profit from Jeremy’s 25 years of experience in UK television, and his deep knowledge of digital marketing.

Key takeaways from this session:

Discover how to create eye-catching video without needing to buy expensive equipment
Learn how to streamline your video creation process with a 15-minute Wave.video workflow
Build your confidence in creating videos
If you have any questions you’d like Jeremy to answer during the webinar, please send them to events@enterprisenation.com.

How to join the online webinar
When you register for the webinar, you’ll receive an automatic email, including the Zoom link to access the event. The event will begin at the time and date stated in the registration information. If you don’t receive the link within two hours of signing up via Eventbrite, please let us know by emailing events@enterprisenation.com. (Note: It may be in your junk folder.)

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