Upcoming Events
Below are shown upcoming events relating to business advice and support.
15.06.10 - Barnsley Flood Fair
1.30pm - 6.30pm, Barnsley Metrodome, Queens Road, Barnsley
This free flood defence exhibition brings together the largest gathering of flood defence equipment suppliers, manufacturers and specialists ever seen in the north of England. Representatives from both private sector organisations will be available to give flood protection advice to businesses and home owners alike.
31.03.10 - How to set up and run a business when you have been out of the job market
10am - 12 noon, Montgomery Hall, Wath-upon-Dearne, S63 7RD
If you are interested in attending this valuable free event then please register by contacting Tracy on 01709 254 444.
31.03.10 - Social Enterprise - Vision for change
Doncaster CVS, Doncaster
These workshops are designed to increase and strengthen your business resilience in the economic downturn, looking at planning, analysis, refreshing your business plan and managing change through shared vision and supporting staff. For further details on this course and to book your place visit: www.businesslinkyorkshire.co.uk/events and type response to recession or call Business Link on 08456 048 048
31.03.10 - How to set up and run a business from home
6pm - 8pm, Middleton Hall, Dinnington, S25 2LE
If you are interested in attending this valuable free event then please register by contacting Tracy on 01709 254 444.
25.03.10 - How to set up and run a business from home
6pm - 8pm, Middleton Hall, Dinnington
If you are interested in attending this valuable free event then please register by contacting Tracy on 01709 254 444.
25.03.10 - How to set up and run a business when you have been out of the job market
10am - 12 noon, Rotherham Central Library, Room 2
If you are interested in attending this valuable free event then please register by contacting Tracy on 01709 254 444.
23.03.10 - Business in the Spotlight
4pm - 6pm, Costco Wholesale, Parkway Drive, Sheffield, S9 4WU
As well as the business-tobusiness trade stands and access to help, advice and information on all business issues, the event will feature an unbridled opportunity to spread the word about your company as you meet, mix and mingle. Refreshments are provided throughout and the event is entirely free of charge. To book ring 0114 261 7132 or email ro.southandeastyorks@fsb.org.uk.
23.03.10 - Social Enterprise - How effective is your plan
Doncaster CVS, Doncaster
These workshops are designed to increase and strengthen your business resilience in the economic downturn, looking at planning, analysis, refreshing your business plan and managing change through shared vision and supporting staff. For further details on this course and to book your place visit: www.businesslinkyorkshire.co.uk/events and type response to recession or call Business Link on 08456 048 048
19.03.10 - Breakfast Briefing - Manufacturers & Engineers
7.30am - 10am, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Rotherham
Manufacturers and engineers in Rotherham are being invited to a special breakfast briefing where they will hear from the town's leading companies on how they are solving industrial skills shortages. At the briefing delegates will have an opportunity to find out about training and support that is available, there will be networking opportunities and the chance to discover how Made in Sheffield and its branding can help them win more business. Delegates can also take a tour of the Advanced Manufacturing Park to learn about its facilities. Places on the briefing are limited, to book a place for the breakfast briefing contact Nicki Burrow on 01709 336700 or email nick.burrow@be-sy.co.uk.
24.03.10 - ict active - Information Day
10am - 4pm, Round Foundry Media Centre, Leeds
This free information day has been designed for owners and managers of office premises and managed workspaces, plus commercial property agents. For more information please click here.
18.03.10 - Social Enterprise - Vision for change
SCEDU, Sheffield
These workshops are designed to increase and strengthen your business resilience in the economic downturn, looking at planning, analysis, refreshing your business plan and managing change through shared vision and supporting staff. For further details on this course and to book your place visit: www.businesslinkyorkshire.co.uk/events and type response to recession or call Business Link on 08456 048 048.
18.03.10 - Going Global - Meet the Buyer 2010
Events Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate
For one day only, in one location, you will be able to meet over 100 international buyers who are actively looking to do business with Yorkshire and Humber companies. Going Global - Meet the Buyer will attract delegates from a wide range of industry sectors and will facilitate meetings with the region’s businesses and international buyers from key markets. You’ll hear first hand about their procurement policies, buying cycles and discover any opportunities that might be available for your business. For further information and to register your company to take part in the Meet the Buyer please click here.
16.03.10 - Finance Yorkshire
8am - 9.45am, The Cutlers Hall, Sheffield
Finance Yorkshire is the new £90million fund set up to provide businesses across the Yorkshire and Humber region with funding to start and grow. Planned to start investing in early Spring, the Fund will provide seed-corn, loan and equity investments ranging from £15,000 to £2-million, to help small and medium businesses raise the funding they need alongside investment from the commercial market. Please click here to book your place.
11.03.10 - Harnessing Innovation to Build World Leaders
4pm - 6pm, AMP Technology Centre, Rotherham
Specialists in the business of creating value from intellectual property will share their knowledge with the region’s manufacturers at a free event at Rotherham’s Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP). Patent attorneys Paul Foot and David McWilliams, of Withers & Rogers, one of the leading UK intellectual property law firms, will lead a free seminar aimed at helping business people capture and manage the flow of innovation within their companies. To register, contact Nicola Taylor on 0114 286 6262 or email ntaylor@withersrogers.com.
11.03.10 - Social Enterprise - How effective is your plan
SCEDU, Sheffield
These workshops are designed to increase and strengthen your business resilience in the economic downturn, looking at planning, analysis, refreshing your business plan and managing change through shared vision and supporting staff. For further details on this course and to book your place visit: www.businesslinkyorkshire.co.uk/events and type response to recession or call Business Link on 08456 048 048
03.03.10 - Branding and Packaging - Expand into the European Market
Yorkshire Forward HQ, Victoria Street, Leeds, LS11 5AE
The event is aimed at food and drink manufacturers wanting to export products into Europe and needing advice on packaging and branding. Topics include: legislation, translation, packaging, design, and point of sale. The cost is £35 including light lunch. For more information visit: http://www.rlnyh.com/branding-and-packaging.
02.03.10 - Winning ways to advance your business
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club, Hillsbrough
A free event bringing together a number of captivating speakers who will make the compelling argument that the recession is no more than a self-fulfilling prophecy that can be overcome – given the right attitude – by boosting business performance. The event will feature speakers from the world of banking, finance and marketing. There will also be an opportunity to network over a two-course sit-down lunch and refreshments. To book online or get full details please click here.
14.02.10 - How to market your business
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology, Howard Building
This workshop will help you to set up the basics of marketing your business through a website/newsletter/fyer. Target Audience: New or potential owners/managers of small businesses. The course runs from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, a free buffet is provided. For more information telephone 01709 722834 or e-mail: lhardeman@rotherham.ac.uk
17.02.10 - How to present your business
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology, Howard Building
This workshop offers an introduction to successful promotional materials. Topics include communicating to customers and using your business tools to best effect. You will learn what works and what doesn’t work. Target Audience: New or potential owners/managers of small businesses. The course runs from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, a free buffet is provided. For more information telephone 01709 722834 or e-mail: lhardeman@rotherham.ac.uk
10.02.10 - How to create your business image
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology, Howard Building
This workshop offers an introduction to successful promotional materials. Topics include how to structure an effective letterhead/invoice, including writing styles. You will learn what works and what doesn’t work. Target Audience: New or potential owners/managers of small businesses. The course runs from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, a free buffet is provided. For more information telephone 01709 722834 or e-mail: lhardeman@rotherham.ac.uk
27.01.10 - Engineering The Future
Magna Science Adventure Centre
An annual free event for employers in the region starting at 2.45pm. It's a chance to meet with other employers and to dicuss the opportunities and challenges that face the sector. To reserve your place please contact gary.drabble@sheffield.gov.uk
26.01.10 - Meet The Buyer
Holiday Inn, Rotherham
A free event provides the opportunity for businesses to meet buyers from Rotherham Council and other local public sector organisations, obtain business advice, network with other organisations and find out how they can win more business... View Rotherham Council Website
28.10.09 - Fairs Fayre 2009
Magna Science Adventure Centre
A free event for people with disabilities and carers in Rotherham, showcasing the services that are available. Last year over 4000 people attended. A variety of exhibitors and attractions including Doctor Who and the Daleks, Live Music, Face Painting... View the pdf here.
6.11.09 - I'm A Provider - Get me into here
Silverwood Miners Resource Centre, 6 Doncaster Rd, Dalton, S65 3ET
RMBC is running a unique event that will assist you increasing customer numbers, market share and your organisations profile. To reserve your place please email tom.sweetman@rotherham.gov.uk.
