EVENTS

Business Link - Derbyshire Business Event Programme 2010 - 2011

Various Dates 

Business Link working in partnership with Derbyshire Economic Partnership will be hosting a series of half day, business themed events throughout 2010/11.

These free workshops have been tailored to provide practical help and guidance to small businesses in Derbyshire to enable them to prepare for the upturn and compete in a tough market.

Each session will include a hands on and practical action planning exercise designed to add value to your attendance. You will come away from the event with clear and tangible objectives on how to move the business forward.

The Benefits
• Access to free skills development events tailored to meet real business needs
• Complimentary refreshments and lunch
• Action planning session to drive your business forward
• Plenty of peer-to-peer networking and sharing of best practice
• Comprehensive workshop material to take away
• Opportunity for free one-to-one business support from our experienced Business Link adviser team.
 

Who it is aimed at and eligibility criteria

The event programme is available to any Derbyshire based small to medium sized business.

The key themes covered within the programme are detailed below, if you wish to register a place at the workshops, please click on the available dates listed underneath each workshop.
All events are free of charge and run from 9.00am - 1.30pm. The event venue is listed once you click onto the dates below.
 

Social Media and Improving Your Business Presence on the Web

With the trading environment ever rapidly changing, this event is designed to provide businesses with the skills to compete in an ebusiness trading space.

This half-day workshop looking at social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn and how businesses can use these platforms to broaden their reach to customers as well as improve their online visibility.The session will also cover top tips on making the most of a website. 

To book, please click on one of the dates below.

29th July 10 - Glossop 

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.E

DMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1771&p=&orgId=1&g

uid=3f6acc4b-49a9-4c07-bc57-7ebf495be984

3rd August 10 - Ashbourne

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.EDM

S/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1772&p=&orgId=1&guid=

937bfab1-9e52-4312-bde3-0ec827e37e27

5th August 10 - Belper

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1773&p=&orgId=

1&guid=4d6eea70-6267-4570-831d-d81365a33f3a

10th August 10 - Chesterfield

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1774&p=&orgId=1

&guid=1d15c86f-6a6f-430d-8e61-7476cebe80db

12th August 10 - Morley

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1775&p=&orgId=

1&guid=88c3be95-8d38-4cd4-81ce-7e656d0d8e99

17th August 10 - Swadlincote

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1776&p=&orgId=1&

guid=08f9ff03-43b3-4132-b287-a9593d2d1c85

19th August 10 - Coney Green 

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1777&p=&orgId=

1&guid=55c1905f-16f6-43bf-9f26-b2ce0c121b82
 

Writing Effective Tenders

This event series will aim to develop skills amongst businesses, in order to facilitate a level playing field when competing for public sector contracts.

This interactive half day session will include a short overview of procurement processes, where to find contract opportunities and practical tips on how to compose a competitive tender.

To book, please click on one of the dates below.

21st September 10 - South Normanton

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1778&p=&orgId=

1&guid=f1b217a4-f35b-415f-9932-732021348ade

23rd September 10 - Belper 

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1779&p=&orgId=

1&guid=2890b58a-b5d0-4bc9-b257-1716ea805436

28th September 10 - Morley

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1780&p=&orgId=

1&guid=763e46ec-56fe-4a64-b627-3361a9d76503

30th September 10 - Buxton

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1781&p=&orgId=

1&guid=bd9d5eb8-9c9d-44f0-9322-a345c66078b8

5th October 10 - Chesterfield

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1782&p=&orgId=

1&guid=af01cabf-6e9b-4a8d-9c63-fabc0c08abf5

7th October 10 - Swadlincote

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1783&p=&orgId=

1&guid=2a1d203a-d5cc-4b02-8343-51b604d6f3d1

12th October 10 - Matlock 

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1784&p=&orgId=

1&guid=ce348d79-27b5-4f61-a57c-6c32bc944139

14th October 10 - Kilamarsh 
 

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1785&p=&orgId=1

&guid=a0552eec-fd46-4ba0-bc7b-857299065353

Cash Flow, Forecasting and Debt Management

Cash is king and is the lifeblood for any business - key to survival and growth.

This half day event will cover tips to improve cash flow within a business from managing debtor terms to taking control of stock. It will also provide an overview of how to put together a realistic financial forecast, a 'must have' for any successful negotiation with banks.

To book, please click on one of the dates below.

18th January 11 - Belper

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1786&p=&orgId=1

&guid=a4052426-9267-4ea8-8d19-b90a4b73f96c

20th January 11 - Chesterfield 

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1787&p=&orgId=

1&guid=b945209e-b396-4666-a4fd-dd805db73a86

25th January 11 - Matlock

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web

.EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1788&p=&orgId=

1&guid=8dc90fc8-9abc-4f4a-8282-acd42ffeb3ae

26th January 11 - Coney Green

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1789&p=&orgId=1

&guid=3026f9f3-5699-4c62-b940-b348f4723733

27th January 11 - Swadlincote

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1790&p=&orgId=1

&guid=2586629d-5e59-4065-b75b-0e0d402efb58

1st February 11 - Morley

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1791&p=&orgId=1

&guid=aa379857-1547-4bde-b092-df373c7c0745

2nd February 11 - Hope Valley

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.Web.

EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1792&p=&orgId=

1&guid=9ce747b9-8d9a-42cd-91c2-88f7de55d8f7

4th February 11 - Markham Vale

http://public.rebsis.com/evocos/ClientApps/Silverbear.

Web.EDMS/public/default.aspx?tabid=36&id=1792&p=

&orgId=1&guid=9ce747b9-8d9a-42cd-91c2-88f7de55d8f7 

*Attendance is free of charge, however a cancellation fee will be charged of £25+ VAT if organisers are not informed of cancellation at least three working days prior to an event start date. Substitutions can be made at any time.

To book your place, please click on the dates above or alternatively you can book your place by emailing your details to info@businesslinkem.co.uk  or telephone our Client Contact Centre on 0845 058 6644.



 

Summer events from the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

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Summer events from the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

MAS TRAINING WORKSHOPS – July to August 2010
Free Training for SMEs...
Provided by the Manufacturing Advisory Service

From April 2010, the East Midlands Manufacturing Advisory Service will be offering free of charge training workshops to manufacturing SMEs in the region. The workshops are open to all and you are a simple booking away from reserving places for you and your employees now.

The sessions available are:

• Lean Awareness
• Process Mapping and Value Stream Mapping
• Quality, Cost & Delivery
• 5S and Workplace Organisation
• Vision & Strategy
• Sales
• Leading Change

Here is the availability for the upcoming workshops for the next few months:
 

The benefits! These workshops...
• are of no cost to you and your business
• develop the skills of your employees
• are aimed at improving productivity, efficiency and profit
• are a great way to motivate your employees
• encourage team work and collaboration
• and of course are free of charge!

To see further information on all workshops along with the dates and booking instructions, please visit our website www.mas-em.org.uk or email us at training@mas-em.org.uk

Do not miss your opportunity to take advantage of these free training workshops! Book today and ensure that you are getting the right training to improve the future prospects of your business.

The Entrepreneurs Forum - Top ten tips for doing business on the web

IT and the Internet offer powerful tools to improve your productivity, reach your customers and develop your online marketplace
 

Date: 11 Aug 2010

Location: The Summit Centre, Pavilion Road, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham NG17 7LL

Organiser: The Entreprenuers forum

Event Type: Information Sessions, Networking

Cost: Free

Business Sector: All industries
In this seminar Mat will share his wealth of expertise whilst addressing some burning questions and providing the necessary knowledge, confidence and useful tips that you will require before making that all important decision of doing business on the Web.
 

What's covered
Will my business benefit from being online?
Why would I want a website – will it add to my bottom line?
What sort of website do I need?
How do I attract more visitors?
Will a bigger audience create me more business?
How do I make the best of my budget?
Will I save money in the longer term?
What are the common pitfalls to avoid?
 

How to book
Book your place email: e.oconnor@ashfield-dc.gov.uk  or m.harvey@ashfield-dc.gov.uk  

Or alternatively post back to: FAO: Ella O'Connor, Economic Regeneration Section, Ashfield District Council, Urban Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. NG17 8DA

You can also call 01623 457008 or 01623 457171 
 

Right funds for you

Are you an SME based in the East Midlands? Are you looking to fulfil your high growth potential by securing investment? If so, this friendly, informal event is for you 
 

Date: 12 Aug 2010
Event Type: Understanding Finance for Business
Location: Pride Park
Pride Park Stadium
Derby
DE24 8XL

Contact: Christine Rockey
Telephone: 01509 228702
Fax: 01509 228701
Email: christine@connectmidlands.org  
Website: www.connectmidlands.org  

The seminar is fully subsidised for companies in the East Midlands and will be presented by four industry experts who will cover grant, debt, venture capital and business angel finance options. There will also be an opportunity to network over light refreshments following the presentations.

The Entrepreneurs Forum - Marketing on a shoestring

Marketing activity is an essential element for attracting new and existing customers
 

Date: 16 Sep 2010

Location: The Summit Centre, Pavilion Road, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham NG17 7LL

Organiser: The Entrepreneurs Forum

Event Type: Information Sessions, Networking

Cost: Free

Business Sector: All industries

Marketing activity is an essential element for attracting new and existing customers. However, any slowdown in sales means you have less money to spend on marketing. So how can you market your products and services with a stretched budget?
Julie from Sore Thumb Marketing and Carolyn from Cade Consulting, who have over 40 years of marketing experience between them, would like to focus on the 'how' to do this rather than talk about 'what' to do.
 

What's covered
How to develop a competitive customer offer
How to get your message noticed
How to spread the word using PR for little or no cost
How to put your marketing plan together
 

How to book
Book your place by email: e.oconnor@ashfield-dc.gov.uk or m.harvey@ashfield-dc.gov.uk  

Or alternatively post back to: FAO: Ella O'Connor, Economic Regeneration Section, Ashfield District Council, Urban Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. NG17 8DA
You can also call 01623 457008 or 01623 457171
 

The Entrepreneurs Forum - Financial planning and managing money

Good financial planning and control helps to increase the chances of business success in the early stages
 

Date: 7 Oct 2010

Location: The Summit Centre, Pavilion Road, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham NG17 7LL

Organiser: The Entrepreneurs Forum

Event Type: Information Sessions, Networking
 

Cost: Free

Business Sector: All industries

Good financial planning and control helps to increase the chances of business success in the early stages. Marcus from East GB is keen to share with us his expertise and enthusiasm for helping new businesses to get into good habits of looking after their money matters from the outset.
 

What's covered
Having a Personal Survival Budget
Knowing if you can make a profit
Fixed costs and why it's so important to keep them low
How to price yourself and your products
Getting into good habits and managing your money regularly
Accountants and why they will always save you money
Not doing it all yourself but always remaining in control
 

How to book
To book your place email: e.oconnor@ashfield-dc.gov.uk  or m.harvey@ashfield-dc.gov.uk,

Or alternatively post back to: FAO: Ella O'Connor, Economic Regeneration Section, Ashfield District Council, Urban Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. NG17 8DA
Or call 01623 457008 or 01623 457171 and leave your details.