For more information about the below FSB events, and if you would like to be a guest speaker, guest host at any future local networking events, please contact [email protected]
Christmas is fast approaching! Now is the time to book your business a space/table to promote your services and goods at Christmas events. To discover events to showcase at across the North West, join this Facebook Group.
Womens International Networking Programme is a programme of exclusive events for 2023/2024, starting on Friday 3 November for women-led SMEs to explore opportunities for business growth across the globe. Run by the DBT / Export Academy. Register your interest here.
Join the University of Cumbria on Monday 6 November, at the Ambleside Campus to discover what The Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship is. Empolyers looking to upskill their management, for non-levy paying organisations the cost is £1,100. The programme, designed in collaboration with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), provides the knowledge and skills needed to become a confident management professional. More information here.
Cumbria Transport Group invites you to join their annual conference, Skills & Risk Management in the Transport Industry, on Tuesday 7 November. Expert speakers include, the North West Traffic Commissioner, Marsh Commercial, Adapt & Evolve, Centre for Leadership and Performance, SP Training and the DVSA. The event will be held at Cumbria LEP Conference & Business Centre, in Penrith. Book here.
Lancashire & Cumbria Small Business Meetup is on Thursday 9 November. This event offers a range of business support, we hold an open room discussion so you can gain valuable insights and gather practical advice for success. Our guest speaker is Tina Hewerdine talking about 'How to craft your 60 second pitch'.Join us and you might just find what you've been looking for! To book, click here.
The launch of the Women’s International Network (WIN Programme) 2023/24 is from Tuesday 14 November, with a series of events running until Friday, 8 March . Are you a female founder, leader or executive looking for the next step in your business journey? Overcome barriers, embrace opportunities, and empower you to take your business to extraordinary heights.
University of Cumbria's Project Academy and Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership (CLEP) have their next Skills Bootcamp in Project Management starting in January 2024. Now is the chance to understand more about what is involved on the programme, Tuesday 14 November, brings an online information event, book here.
Landowners and farmers are invited to the H&H Rural Roadshow in Carlisle, this event will help you to navigate the ever-changing agricultural landscape. On Tuesday 14 November you can expect an evening of insights for learning and growth, also, pie and peas! Experienced land agents are on hand to share their knowledge and guide you through available grants and schemes. Environmental specialists will demystify and jargon. Financial planning experts will cover retirement planning, Inheritance Tax and much more. Book here.
Cumbria businesses looking for growth in 2024 and to extend skills with the next year of post-education employees, these open evenings are for you! Come along, learn what it means and what is involved when hiring an apprentice, meet other businesses and meet the potential new candicates too! All open evenings are 4pm to 7pm. On Tuesday 14 November Workington, Wednesday 15 November Ulverston and Thursday 16 November Carlisle. More information.
Perfect your International Digital Marketing Strategy with DBT / Export Academy and a series of 5 webinars, they are essential for selling your brand overseas. Starting on Wednesday 15 November with 'six-step digital strategy for success when exporting', To find out more, click here.
The sustainable future of the Solway Firth region is for everyone’s’ interest, whether you have a business on the Solway, have an environmental or sustainability business, linked to marine or coastal, are part of the tourism and visitor local economy, or are an individual passionate about the Solway Firth, this event is for you. The Solway Firth Conference on Friday 17 November is in Carlisle, you can also stream online. For more information and to book your place, click here.
FSB brings you a monthly Virtual Networking event, held on Wednesday 22 November. At this session there will be an opportunity for networking with other attendees in small breakout rooms. To book your place, click here.
If you find the Public Sector daunting and you wish to improve your tender success rate and bid writing skills then this half-day workshop on Wednesday 22 November in Penrith, will help you achieve this. This event is FREE to attend and is fully funded by Cumbria LEP to support Cumbrian businesses. 'Bid Writing - Beyond the Basics' session will help you to understand many aspects to bid applications, tender questions and answers. Book now.
Businesses in Westmorland and Furness have until Monday 27 November to register their interest for a grant. Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership is delivering the Shared Prosperity Fund business support programme.This includes two new grant support programmes. Catalysing Growth with grant finding of upto £7,500 to help develop new market opportunities. Investing in Growth with grant funding of up to £20,000 to grow your business. You will need to co-invest at least a 50% contribution. If you are interested in finding out more please email: [email protected]
Local businesses across Cumbria, are being asked to be involved in their local communities. Sessions with Primary-school age children will be inspired, feel empowered and be open to new diverse careers. Businesses are asked to share their career journey, experiences, and achievements with primary pupils. Create an activity to be covered on the day, several times by different groups of children. For more information on the STEM Discovery sessions, and Dream BIG workshops for 2024, do not delay, send your interest today, email [email protected]
