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UID:3348-1696240800-1696248000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Unlocking Creativity: Intellectual Property for Creative Industry Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Are you a creative business owner? Do you want to safeguard your unique ideas\, designs\, and innovations? \nEvery business will own intellectual property – the name you trade under\, the look or the function of products you make or use\, even the brochures you create to promote your business. The Intellectual Property Office can help you understand how your IP can be protected effectively. Don’t miss our free upcoming webinar where we dive deep into the world of IP protection tailored specifically for the dynamic creative industry! \nThis free 2-hour webinar will explore various types of IP: trademarks (brand names\, logos)\, designs\, copyrights (creative works)\, patents (inventions)\, IP abroad\, and trade secrets (confidential information). \nWhy you need to attend this webinar: \n– Gain a comprehensive understanding of IP in the creative industry.\n– Learn from expert speakers and real-world case studies.\n– Get your burning IP questions answered during the interactive Q&A session.\n– Access valuable resources from the Intellectual Property Office to boost your IP knowledge. \nFor enquires\, e-mail us on creategrowth@bizgateway.org.uk \nThere will also be the opportunity to ask questions during the event. \nOnce you have registered\, joining instructions will be sent separately. \nWe look forward to seeing you on 2nd October.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/unlocking-creativity-intellectual-property-for-creative-industry-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230720T103000
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UID:3229-1689849000-1689854400@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Industry Placements within the social care sector: how can they work in your organisation?
DESCRIPTION:Working in partnership with the NHS England SW (Workforce\, Education and Training) we are hosting this 90 minute session focused on the social care sector and how T Level industry placements can be used to support the short and long-term development of your workforce. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll give you an overview of what T Level industry placements look like for today’s Social Care roles\, practical examples of how to make sure it is a success for you and the student and the government support available to help you.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/industry-placements-within-the-social-care-sector-how-can-they-work-in-your-organisation/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230719T163000
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UID:3223-1689784200-1689788700@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:FSB: Health\, Wellbeing and personal development for small businesses.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for short presentations with insights centred around wellbeing\, as individuals and in business with a chance to introduce your business.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/fsb-health-wellbeing-and-personal-development-for-small-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230629T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230629T163000
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UID:3165-1688031000-1688056200@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Developing sales through customer service and negotiation
DESCRIPTION:Great customer care is likely to lead to additional sales opportunities\, as long as your customer care people know how to spot and develop those opportunities and you have the right product/service offer. \nNegotiation with your customer presents the dual challenge of achieving the results you want while maintaining and building upon your relationships with your customer. \nThis session aims to help participants see how they can work well with customers to maximise results and relationships\, whilst developing a culture of involvement and cooperation when negotiating. \nWho should attend? \nAnyone involved in developing and delivering your product/service offer and negotiating with customers. Anyone who would like to negotiate more effectively to maximise results and maintain the customer relationship. \nWhat will we cover? \n\nThe differentiated service offer – what sets you apart?\nAsking good questions – know your client.\nHelping the client understand their problem and your solution.\nUnderstanding client buying motivators\nGood negotiating behaviours\n5 Key persuasion methods\nAdapting to your customers style of negotiation\nThe negotiation cycle\nDo’s and don’ts with customer negotiation\n\nAfter attending this workshop\, you will: \n\nBe able to communicate your differentiated offer.\nHave the questions to understand the client problem.\nKnow how to link client buying motivators to your offer.\nBe able to use positive negotiation behaviours.\nUnderstand the 5 key persuasion methods.\nUnderstand the stages of the negotiation cycle.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/developing-sales-through-customer-service-and-negotiation/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230614T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230614T120000
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UID:3184-1686740400-1686744000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Carbon Reduction Short Course
DESCRIPTION:This session will help you understand the context of carbon reductions and what climate change means for your business\, why you should be taking steps to reducing your emissions\, how you and your customers can benefit and how to access support. \nThis session is designed to give you an introductory understanding of carbon reduction and climate change in the context of your business and signpost you to the support. \nJoin us to get ahead of the curve and keep your customers and staff happy! \nWhat to expect: \n\nWe will help you make sense of carbon jargon\nDiscuss carbon footprints of individuals and business actions\nHighlight the benefits of taking action with a case study of a local business\nSignpost you to tools and resources available\n\nKey questions we will help answer: \n\nWhat does it mean to be net zero or carbon neutral?\nWhat is the carbon footprint of your business travel?\nWhat’s in it for me by taking action?\nWhere can I access tools and resources?\n\nYou will finish this session with a greater understanding of what it means to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions for your business and get access to the tools and resources available for you to access to get started. \nThe event will be delivered by Christiane Startin-Lorent\, Owner of Lorent Training. \nThe training is being enabled through a collaboration between De Montfort University\, the University of Leicester and Lorent Training. This specific event is in partnership with Harborough District Council and Harborough Innovation Centre. \nBook now for the Carbon Reduction Short Course at Harborough Innovation Centre
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/carbon-reduction-short-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230613T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230613T163000
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UID:3163-1686648600-1686673800@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:HR Essentials for SMEs
DESCRIPTION:This full day action planning workshop explores common HR headaches across the employee lifecycle. \nFor many owners of growing businesses\, hiring employees is a necessity. Arguably it’s your employees that are your biggest assets and provide you with a key competitive advantage. Just as valuable as your business name\, reputation and the product or service you provide. \nManaging people however is an art\, as it involves well…people. In parallel\, there is a wealth of ever-shifting employment and case law lurking to trip up unsuspecting employers. \nWe explore the most effective contracts and employment status to engage staff. How businesses build an ‘employer brand’ to win the war for talent. We look at the various alternatives to managing performance\, before turning to more specific HR challenges. \nThis is a highly interactive workshop so expect lots of discussion and sharing of best practice as we bring a whole new light to HR in the 21st Century. There will also be an opportunity for an HR clinic where you can discuss a current HR issue for your business\, and how to resolve this.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/hr-essentials-for-smes-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230606T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230606T163000
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UID:3155-1686043800-1686069000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Accelerated Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Understanding your target audience\, getting your message across in the most cost-effective manner\, whilst raising your brand awareness and getting new leads and enquiries can feel like a dark art. \nThis engaging\, fun and practical workshop is designed to strip back marketing and demonstrate how you can adapt and employ new methods to help your business survive and prosper in a challenging and overcrowded marketplace. \nWho should attend: \nAre you a business owner struggling to market your business? Perhaps you have been given the role of marketing in your business but need to get more structure and focus for your marketing? Do you find marketing frustrating and struggle to come up with new ideas? Are you spending time and money on marketing but it’s not getting the results you want? \nThen this workshop is for you… \nWhat will we cover: \n\nDiscovering your brand story and how to tell it\nDeveloping customer personas – who are your target customers and how should you engage with them?\nDeveloping key messages for your businesses that attract the right customers\nWhat marketing channels are available and which is right for you
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/accelerated-marketing/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230519T120000
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UID:3142-1684490400-1684497600@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business in the Spotlight: Jobs Week Special
DESCRIPTION:The next spotlight event is a special for Harborough Jobs Week and the spotlight will focus on the DWP (Department for Work and Pensions). \nDiscover the range of free recruitment support that is available through the local job centre from the local Employer Adviser\, and you will also have the chance to learn how you can become a Disability Confident Employer and the benefits of doing so! \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow business owners within the Harborough District and have a guided tour of the Harborough Innovation Centre and their multi-functioning workspaces and meeting areas. \nThis event is open to all businesses across the Harborough district. Coffee and cake included
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/business-in-the-spotlight-jobs-week-special/
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UID:3149-1684315800-1684341000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Getting started with marketing
DESCRIPTION:Marketing. You’ve heard about it\, and you know it’s important for your business\, but still\, you may find the task of growing your business and getting its name out there an overwhelming one. \nWith all the different marketing strategies and schools of thought out there ranging from content marketing to email marketing\, social media marketing\, influencer marketing and more—it can be difficult to choose the best way to allocate your limited amount of time and financial resources in a way that’ll get you the highest return on your marketing. \n  \nWho should attend: \nThis workshop is ideal for those who are new to marketing or have a basic understanding of marketing but need help getting more targeted with their messages and delivery. \n  \nAfter attending this workshop\, you will learn: \n\nWhy Marketing is Important for your business\nHow to create a compelling value proposition so people know why they should do business with you\nHow to identify who your target clients are and what’s important to them.\nHow to identify the right channel and platform for your customers\nHow to create compelling marketing campaigns that really speak to your audience.\n\nYou will leave with practical actions that you can implement in your business straight away.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/getting-started-with-marketing/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230517T160000
DTSTAMP:20230425T152404Z
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UID:3143-1684315800-1684339200@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Finance workshop
DESCRIPTION:Finance workshop for business owners to help you gain a better understanding of financial concepts and how they work\, enabling you to make more informed financial decisions. \n 
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/finance-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230516T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230516T163000
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UID:3147-1684229400-1684254600@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Engaging employees to give a great customer experience
DESCRIPTION:Your business will probably spend a lot of money on acquiring new customers\, in fact as a rule of thumb apparently it costs up to 6 times more to win a new customer than to get more business from an existing one\, and a retained customer has more value over time. \nIf your employees are fully engaged you will retain more of that customer value\, so it stands to reason that your leaders are successfully engaging employees but the statistics at the moment show lower engagement and higher staff turnover\, which will affect your customer’s experience. \n  \nWho should attend? \nLeaders\, managers and owners who lead customer-facing employees. \n  \nWhat will we cover? \n\nWhy employee engagement matters to customers\nSetting your customer experience vision and values\nCommunicating the customer vision and values – keeping it fresh\nMotivation and momentum\nRegular engagement goals\nMeasuring progress for the internal and external customer\n\nOutcomes from attending the workshop: \n\nUnderstand why employee engagement matters and how to drive it\nSet the right customer experience vision and values for your business / brand\nCommunicate your vision to the customer facing teams\nEngage and motivate employees to embed your customer vision\nSet appropriate goals which align around your customer experience vision\nMeasure and communicate progress
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/engaging-employees-to-give-a-great-customer-experience/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230309T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230309T120000
DTSTAMP:20230224T093925Z
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UID:3101-1678356000-1678363200@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wellbeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:With National Stress Awareness month on the horizon in April\, how would you rate your current health and wellbeing? \nAndy Hefford & Kelly Augustin from Archway Health and Wellbeing highlight the importance of good nutrition and body work to maintain optimal health & wellbeing. \nCome along and discover; \n\nThe importance of eating for your individual needs (there is no one size fits all!)\nHow body work positively impacts holistically on your wellbeing\nLearn some new skills to add to your wellbeing toolbox\n\nThis is also a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow business owners within the Harborough District. This event is open to all businesses and employees across the Harborough district. Coffee and cake included!
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/wellbeing-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230214T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230214T160000
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UID:3062-1676383200-1676390400@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:How green is your business?
DESCRIPTION:How Green is Your Business? Looking to reduce your energy costs? If the answer is “yes” this is the event for you \nIn today’s post-covid economic climate and rising energy costs\, businesses need help and support more than ever. Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership (LLEP) has a wealth of experience in providing businesses with support and advice to help them become more sustainable. \nThis session will help you to reduce your energy costs\, by sharing “real” stories of how other businesses have successfully tackled their energy emissions and costs\, whether it is by putting solar panels on their roofs\, changing to green energy suppliers\, moving to EV vehicles\, or simply making small simple changes such as unplugging unused and redundant electrical equipment. \nYou will be able to ask the experts – businesses just like yourselves – who have already started on this crucial journey and are willing to share their own experiences with you and be able to offer you practical support and advice. You will be able to talk to those best placed to help you how to lower your carbon emissions\, identify possible funding streams\, as well as hearing about future opportunities in this fast-changing landscape
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/how-green-is-your-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20230123T103106Z
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UID:3058-1675764000-1675771200@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business in the Spotlight: A HIC Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2023 (6th – 12th February 2023) the spotlight is back and shining on resident business\, Salad Skills! \nSalad Skills will share what they have learned and achieved over their decade of experience of working in apprenticeship recruitment across England. Find out about their journey as well as learning about apprenticeships and how they could be beneficial to you as an employer. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow business owners within the Harborough District\, and have a guided tour of the Harborough Innovation Centre and their multi-functioning workspaces and meeting areas. \nThis event is open to all businesses across the Harborough district. Coffee and cake included!
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/business-in-the-spotlight-a-hic-networking-event-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230202T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230202T163000
DTSTAMP:20230116T122528Z
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UID:3042-1675330200-1675355400@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Biddable Social Marketing Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Biddable Social Marketing Fundamentals \nIf you are already using social media for your business (or you have recently attended the “Introduction to Paid Digital Advertising webinar”)\, you will be aware that social media marketing can be cost-effective\, highly targeted\, and adaptable to any business objective. \nBut business pages are finding it harder to reach their customers and potential customers organically (not having to pay) and are now turning their attention to biddable social marketing. \nSocial media advertising (or biddable social marketing) provides organisations with the chance to reach\, engage and convert new customers that would not normally see their organic posts\, or reach existing customers with new services or products. \nIt can be used to support businesses’ organic activity or to help drive fan acquisition or engagement. It can also be used to drive lead conversion and sales from new audiences (which can happen on the social platform or by driving the user back to the company website). \n*We recommend also attending the Biddable Search Marketing Fundamental workshop on 1 February along with this session. \nWho Should Attend? \nAnyone who has a new or existing business with or without a social media presence\, who wants to explore the opportunities of paid social marketing including business owners or employees who are part of a marketing team. \nWhat we will cover:   \n\nThe basics of biddable social marketing versus organic social marketing and how to integrate biddable social into your social marketing strategy\nUnderstanding different campaign objectives and planning for success\nWhat bidding strategies to consider and how to measure success\nLooking at the biddable marketing options across different social media platforms to find the right one for your audience\nHow to use audience planning\, audience targeting and measuring success with different biddable strategies\nLearn how to manage and measure the effectiveness of your biddable social marketing campaigns\nPlanning and implementation of ad campaigns across a range of social media platforms including\nFacebook\, Instagram\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, Pinterest & TikTok.\n\nBy attending this webinar\, you will: \n\nDelegates will gain an understanding on\nHow biddable social marketing works\nHow to find the right audience for their business across different social platforms\nHow to use social media advertising for different marketing objectives including reach\, awareness\, web visits\, purchases\, and new customer acquisition\nHow to manage & measure their own social marketing campaigns\nComplete action planning activities throughout the workshop to ensure that they have a roadmap of actions around biddable social marketing advertising when they return to their office.\n\nWho’ll be presenting this workshop? \nLiam Lally is owner of Zaddle Internet Marketing based in Welton. Liam has built an impressive reputation in digital marketing and is considered to be one of the region’s leading authorities on Social Media and Networking. He specialises in Paid Digital Advertising and is a certified Google AdWords partner and Hootsuite professional\, providing businesses of all sizes with advice\, training and\, if required\, full management of their Google AdWords PPC campaigns. \nThis presentation is delivered in partnership with Business Gateway Growth Hub and Zaddle and is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. Places are limited and priority will be given to trading SMEs based in Leicester and Leicestershire. \nPlease note: This event is fully funded and FREE for you to attend. In return\, we ask for a few minutes of your time to complete an SME Enrolment form\, if your business has not already done so. Only one form per business is required. Without a completed form we cannot guarantee your place on this or future Business Gateway events. Further details will be provided upon booking.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/biddable-social-marketing-fundamentals/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230201T163000
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UID:3040-1675243800-1675269000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Biddable Search Marketing Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Biddable Search Marketing Fundamentals\n\nIf you are already using search engines to drive traffic to your website (or you recently attended the “Introduction to Paid Digital Advertising webinar”)\, you will be aware that search marketing can be cost-effective\, highly targeted and drive both new and existing customer conversions to your website.Understanding the fundamentals of paid search engine marketing is critical to the success of your online marketing campaigns. How to research your audience\, how to structure your account and how to measure your success. \nThe workshop will take you through the basics of biddable search marketing covering account structure\, search networks\, different types of ads\, ad extensions\, audience targeting and a-b testing. \n*We recommend also attending the Biddable Social Marketing Fundamentals (social media advertising) workshop on 2 February along with this session. \nWho Should Attend? \nAnyone who has a new or established business including business owners or employees who are part of a marketing team who want to explore the opportunities of Biddable search marketing to attract new customers or engage with existing customers. \nWhat we will cover:   \n\nFundamental aspects of Biddable search marketing\nAd account set up and best practices\nPlan biddable campaigns to match your business objectives\nFormulate\, plan & execute Biddable search campaigns\nHow auction bidding works and why quality score is important\nDifferent Ad types including text\, expanding text\, dynamic\, display\, and smart ads\nHow to monitor and manage your own Google/Bing Ads campaigns\n\nBy attending this webinar\, you will: \n\nDelegates will emerge with a greater understanding of Paid Search advertising\nHow to select from and make the most of the various platforms and techniques available to achieve specific marketing objectives including increased sales\, new customer acquisition and brand awareness\nUnderstand how to manage their own Biddable Ad campaigns and how to improve their return on ad spend over time.\nComplete action planning activities throughout the workshop to ensure that they have a roadmap of actions around biddable search advertising when they return to their office.\n\nWho’ll be presenting this workshop? \nLiam Lally is owner of Zaddle Internet Marketing based in Welton. Liam has built an impressive reputation in digital marketing and is considered to be one of the region’s leading authorities on Social Media and Networking. He specialises in Paid Digital Advertising and is a certified Google AdWords partner and Hootsuite professional\, providing businesses of all sizes with advice\, training and\, if required\, full management of their Google AdWords PPC campaigns. \nThis presentation is delivered in partnership with Business Gateway Growth Hub and Zaddle and is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. Places are limited and priority will be given to trading SMEs based in Leicester and Leicestershire. \nPlease note: This event is fully funded and FREE for you to attend. In return\, we ask for a few minutes of your time to complete an SME Enrolment form\, if your business has not already done so. Only one form per business is required. Without a completed form we cannot guarantee your place on this or future Business Gateway events. Further details will be provided upon booking.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/biddable-search-marketing-fundamentals/
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Master Class Event - Managing Uncertainty is the key to your Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Master Class Event – Managing Uncertainty is the key to your Wellbeing\n  \nWe have brought together 3 unique professionals who are experts in their field to offer a masterclass in Managing Uncertainly. \nThis unique event is brought to you in partnership with the Harborough Innovation Centre and is designed to offer solutions to help your business increase clarity\, productivity and efficiencies\, whilst identifying new opportunities for networking in a ever changing world. \nLimited Spaces available so book early to avoid disappointment \nEvent – 10am – 12.30pm – followed by lunch and networking.Harborough Innovation Centre\, Airfield Business Park LE16 7WB \n  \nSpeakers \nRob Barsby – International Display Pilot – www.aerosparx.com \nCrazy\, Insane and Spectacular are common words used to describe what Rob does. Rob is team flight leader and one half of the Aerosparx Display Team and started flying at the age of 17 (before he’d even learnt to drive!) \nWith his unique skill set\, adventures and experiences\, Rob is always working on a number of projects to offer his passion\, drive and experience – but what he really enjoys is sharing with others all his knowledge\, adventures and drive to inspire others to live their life to the full. \n  \nMichelle Williams – Data and Analytics Expert – www.meeshconsulting.co.uk \nMichelle is the co-founder and Managing Director of Meesh Consulting. Meesh Consulting is an innovative consulting firm specialising in Business Intelligence\, Data Analytics and Robotic Process Automation. Michelle has over 15 years’ experience working in roles with Tier 1 Banks\, Financial Services\, Travel and Public Sector. She is hugely experienced in Data\, Process Optimisation\, RPA and Financial Management. \n  \nDr Alex Morgan – International Communication Consultant\, Coach and Coach Supervisor – www.insight-centre.com \nCombining executive coaching expertise with a background in language and intercultural training\, Alex is uniquely placed to help organisations address communication issues in international teams. Her approach helps organisations overcome communication blockages and breakdowns by helping teams to positively address language and intercultural differences.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/exclusive-master-class-event-managing-uncertainty-is-the-key-to-your-wellbeing/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221130T120000
DTSTAMP:20221011T151324Z
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UID:2913-1669802400-1669809600@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business in the Spotlight: A HIC Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:In the current competitive\, employee’s job market\, the next business in the spotlight event is one not to be missed! \nHear from resident business Redwood Employee Benefits Services about their journey\, the employee benefits sector and the services that are available to help you recruit and retain your most valuable asset\, your staff. \nRedwood will demonstrate how a comprehensive & quality employee benefits package is not just the preserve of a large company with a large budget. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow business owners within the Harborough District\, and have a guided tour of the Harborough Innovation Centre and their multi-functioning workspaces and meeting areas. \nThis event is open to all businesses across the Harborough District. Coffee and cake provided! \n 
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/business-in-the-spotlight-a-hic-networking-event-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221117T130000
DTSTAMP:20221031T103113Z
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UID:2962-1668679200-1668690000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Innovation Masterclass – Helping your business grow\, profit and be sustainable
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Masterclass – Helping your business grow\, profit and be sustainable \nThursday 17 November 2022 \n10:00 AM — 1:00 PM \nHarborough Innovation Centre \n  \nAre you looking to grow your business through innovation and the development of your products and services? Then don’t miss this free Innovation Masterclass\, suitable for start-ups (scale and grow)\, SMEs and larger organisations. \n  \nThis event will provide insights into the following areas through a masterclass which will be utilising engaging content\, case studies and ongoing 121 support: \n\nBusiness model dynamics\nSustainable business\nSales and forecasting\nUtilising Earth observation data\n\n  \nThis event will provide businesses with the opportunity to bring in resources from the expertise within the University of Leicester’s School of Business and Innovation Hub teams. This will enable your business to develop new and existing products\, services and processes reaching new markets\, doing this profitably and sustainably. \n  \nWe will be showcasing funding opportunities to support projects that are developing innovative ideas\, research and development including skills and knowledge that helps your business respond to the market and remain competitive. Members of the School’s Business Team and University’s Career Development Team will be on hand to discuss additional opportunities such as Help to Grow\, internships and placements. \n  \nThere will be an opportunity during lunch and refreshments to network and discuss new ideas (whilst keeping information confidential where relevant). \n  \nBook now: https://lbf2022.ticketleap.com/innovation-masterclass/dates/Nov-17-2022_at_1000AM
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/innovation-masterclass-helping-your-business-grow-profit-and-be-sustainable-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221108T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221108T153000
DTSTAMP:20221031T105120Z
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UID:2965-1667899800-1667921400@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Make your Marketing Work – The Plan
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nMake Your Marketing Work – series of workshops \nLow-cost and no-cost ways to grow your business \nAre you trying to work out how to grow your business? Then attending the Make Your Marketing Work series of Masterclasses will ensure that you have a clear direction to take your business to the next level. \nThe three one day sessions delivered by our Marketing expert Beryl Pettitt will cover Marketing Planning\, Digital Marketing and Social Media. \nMake your Marketing Work – The Plan – Session One \nDate: Tuesday 8th November 2022 | Online | Time: 09:30 – 15:30 \nStruggling with your marketing? Not sure which methods to use and how to get the best from them? Do you need a Marketing Plan? \nIf so…. then this masterclass will give you an introduction to key marketing concepts and how to apply them to your business\, enabling you to develop an effective marketing plan. \nWhat will be covered? \n• The 7 P’s of Marketing• The Marketing Environment• Unique Selling Points• Creating a Customer Avatar• Segmentation\, Targeting\, Positioning• The Buying Process• Marketing Planning \nTo get the most from this programme\, we advise businesses to attend all 3 sessions\, but businesses may also book individual sessions. \nSession 2: Make your Marketing Work – Digital Marketing 15th November 2022: “https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/418725849287” \nSession 3: Make your Marketing Work – Social Media 22nd November 2022: “https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/418732990647” \nAbout the Trainer – Beryl Pettitt \nBeryl has worked as a Business Adviser and Trainer for NBV since 2013\, and currently delivers Starting in Business\, Business Planning\, Marketing and Social Media workshops. Beryl has worked in marketing for over 25 years\, both in a corporate environment and in her own business\, Ridgeway Marketing. \nGrowing Enterprise Project \nThese workshops support growing businesses in Greater Lincolnshire and Leicestershire and is open to registered businesses only. Eligibility checks will be undertaken. All sessions will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams and will run from 09:30 to 15:30. Limited places to ensure delegates get the best from our expert.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/make-your-marketing-work-the-plan/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221031T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221031T153000
DTSTAMP:20220913T155403Z
CREATED:20220913T155403Z
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UID:2891-1667208600-1667230200@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Growing Enterprise Starting in Business Programme
DESCRIPTION:This intensive programme of workshops led by one of the NBV experienced business trainers will teach you the nuts and bolts of starting and running a successful business. This is a three day programme – the other dates are 1 and 7 November 2022. \nYou will understand the true importance of the question “why you want to start a business and why now”? \nOver the course of the programme\, we will cover: \n\nKnowledge\, skills\, and characteristics needed by business owners.\nCreating and developing a sustainable business.\nMarketing your business\nChoosing the right\, trading status for you\nYour legal responsibilities as a business owner\nOverview of all types of business taxes and how they will affect you\nUnderstanding how the tax system in the UK works.\nRecord keeping and business banking requirements.\nStart up and running costs.\nPlanning your personal survival budget.\nHow to price your product or service.\nImportance of cash flow forecasting in any business.\nStructure of a business plan\nThe do and do not for putting any plan together\n\nThey will give you an overview of our Business Assist Programme which will give you access to 121 business mentoring and business masterclasses. \n  \nBook now for the NBV Starting in Business Programme
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/growing-enterprise-starting-in-business-programme/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220927T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220927T120000
DTSTAMP:20220823T122956Z
CREATED:20220823T122956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T122956Z
UID:2880-1664272800-1664280000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Green Business in the Spotlight: A HIC Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for The Great Big Green Week edition of the popular Business in the Spotlight networking event! The spotlight will focus on resident business\, Environmental Energies. Learn the importance of green energy and a green business ethos.  \nZellar will also join us to highlight their sustainability platform\, which Harborough District businesses can access for free for 12 months. Sign up at the event! \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow business owners within the Harborough District and have a guided tour of the Harborough Innovation Centre and their multi-functioning workspaces and meeting areas. You can also enjoy a free coffee and cake!  \nThis event is open to all businesses across the Harborough district \nBook now for the Green Business in the Spotlight event\n.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/green-business-in-the-spotlight-a-hic-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T170000
DTSTAMP:20220708T143656Z
CREATED:20220708T143656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220708T143656Z
UID:2847-1663144200-1663174800@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Emergency First Aid at Work Course
DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/emergency-first-aid-at-work-course/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220811T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220811T130000
DTSTAMP:20220526T103333Z
CREATED:20220526T103333Z
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UID:2792-1660212000-1660222800@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Attract candidates with compelling job vacancies
DESCRIPTION:Book now\n  \nTakeaway guidance to build your own job vacancies and insights directly from young people. \nYoung people aged 18-30 will co-design and co-deliver this workshop for employers who want to compete for candidates in a crowded job market. \n  \nThis interactive half-day workshop will cover topics such as: \n\nHow to write a compelling job advert that supports recruitment based on an individual’s personal attributes rather than experience and the difference between a job advert\, description and specification\nHow to use the power of social media to promote job vacancies\nHow to access young people and build a pipeline\n\n  \nWhat you will come away with \n\nA clear understanding of what structures and processes work best with inexperienced candidates and how to align yourself with the expectations of young people\nBe informed of some simple hacks and insights that will remove barriers and access a wider audience\nCreate a recruitment plan that uses current options and initiatives that allow you to introduce yourself as an employer of choice.\n\n  \nWho should attend \n\nThose responsible for recruitment strategy wishing to employ young people\nHR managers who what to make the process easier and overcome perceived barriers\nOrganisations that want to make themselves more accessible and inclusive\n\n  \nAbout Access Generation CIC \nAccess Generation CIC is a social enterprise that encourages organisations to employ inexperienced young people. We provide young people with a platform to share their views and expectations with employers in a bid to shift the recruitment landscape and make it inclusive\, accessible and supportive for all. \n  \nFind out more https://accessgeneration.co.uk/ \n  \nThis event is organised by Harborough District Council for employers in the Harborough District.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/how-to-create-compelling-job-vacancies-that-attract-candidates/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220707T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220707T130000
DTSTAMP:20220526T103056Z
CREATED:20220526T103056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T103056Z
UID:2790-1657188000-1657198800@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:How to become an employer of choice
DESCRIPTION:Book now\n  \nJoin Access Generation CIC to discover how to become an employer of choice and take away some top tools and insights from young people to understand what it takes to be inclusive\, accessible and supportive. \nYoung people aged 18-30 will co-design and co-deliver this workshop for employers who want to compete for candidates in a crowded job market. \nThis interactive half-day workshop will cover topics such as: \n\nHow to become an employer of choice\nYoung people’s criteria for choosing an employer\nInsights from our latest Employment Accessibility Research (assessments of employer websites by young people).\n\nWhat you will come away with \n\nAn understanding of what young people are looking for in an employer and the priority of their expectations\nInformation on how to present yourself in the best light and stand out from other employers (your competition) and how to make your organisation more accessible to young people\nGain insights from young people that will help you understand what works and remove unnecessary barriers. Take away straightforward guidance to help you identify where processes or content might need reviewing.\n\n  \nAbout Access Generation CIC \nAccess Generation CIC is a social enterprise that encourages organisations to employ inexperienced young people. We provide young people with a platform to share their views and expectations with employers in a bid to shift the recruitment landscape and make it inclusive\, accessible and supportive for all. \n  \nFind out more https://accessgeneration.co.uk/  \n  \nThis event is organised by Harborough District Council for employers in the Harborough District.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/how-to-become-an-employer-of-choice/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220628T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220628T120000
DTSTAMP:20220526T105646Z
CREATED:20220526T105646Z
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UID:2797-1656410400-1656417600@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Business in the Spotlight: A HIC Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Book now\nMeet one of the stars from BBC Ones DRAGONS’ DEN\, and one of Harborough Innovation Centres’ newest residents\, HEDKAYSE. \nLearn how this business has developed some serious tough cookie tech into an innovative product range\, hear about their experiences and discover how they are gearing up for some hard-hitting industry disruption! \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow business owners within the Harborough District\, and have a guided tour of the Harborough Innovation Centre and their multi-functioning workspaces and meeting areas. \nThis event is open to all businesses across the Harborough district.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/business-in-the-spotlight-a-hic-networking-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220517T120000
DTSTAMP:20220429T083235Z
CREATED:20220429T083235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T083235Z
UID:2764-1652781600-1652788800@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Disability Awareness Training for Harborough District Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to have a more accessible workplace? Maybe you need to widen your recruitment pool? \nJoin in the Disability Awareness Training and learn about the Equality Act\, hidden disabilities\, barriers and what you and your organisation can do to offer a more inclusive and accessible environment for all whether that be your employees\, customers or other stakeholders. \nFollowing our training you may wish to take it further and gain qualifications to become a Disability Confident Employer. The session will be informative\, interactive in a relaxed and open environment and we may even have a bit of fun along the way – we hope you will be able to join us. \nThe training consists of the following elements: \n\nDisability Facts and Statistics\nDefinitions and related Law\nAwareness and Improvements in the workforce\nCarers in the workforce\nCommunication and Culture Change\nDisabled Customers / Purple Pound\nResource page\n\nFunded through Harborough District Council and delivered by Xtra Potential CIC. Open and free to all Harborough District businesses.
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/disability-awareness-training-for-harborough-district-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220428T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220428T150000
DTSTAMP:20220202T113210Z
CREATED:20220202T113210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T113210Z
UID:2630-1651140000-1651158000@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Leicester Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Leicester Business Expo is a highly anticipated event which brings together all industries\, SME’s and sole traders from across the East Midlands for a lively one-day event to enjoy face-to-face networking and high level business interaction and education.\nHome to the best talent\, tech and business resources in the country\, the East Midlands region continues to work hard on new initiatives designed for all to excel in our business arena. \nWe have space for 60 exhibition stands and with a full agenda of workshops\, networking events and with a packed show floor to surf there is an abundance of opportunities for both visitors and exhibitors alike. \nOur venue at the King Power Stadium offers you easy access\, free parking and everything under one roof. \nWe have exhibition stands available via our website www.yourbusinessexpo.co.uk at £275 (no vat) each (double stand £500)\, or you can explore the chance elevate your brand by utilising one of our sponsorship packages available on the website. \nPlease call Sheila Smith (07809 635181) or Kate Ilott (07725 762152) for more details or email: kate@versatileeventmanagement.co.uk \nIt is FREE to attend Leicester Business Expo as a visitor\, Don’t miss your chance to join this high-energy event! Register Now!
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/leicester-business-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220426T120000
DTSTAMP:20220202T113210Z
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UID:2629-1650967200-1650974400@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Leicestershire Business Start Up Surgery
DESCRIPTION:NatWest has teamed up with the experts at NBV to deliver a fortnightly #StartUpSurgery to provide support to all those in the Leicestershire region who are in the process of starting a business or are thinking about doing so. This is your opportunity to get answers to all those questions you have and also learn about the fantastic support that is available to help you get your business off the ground. \nThe Surgery will be hosted by Asy Ho – NatWest Local Enterprise Manager and he will be joined by Raj Raithatha and Gau Naik business advisers from NBV. \nA 1-2-1 consultation can be booked with one of our experts immediately after the surgery session (availability will vary) or for another time. Spaces are limited\, operate on a first come first served basis. \nAgenda:\n10:00 – 10:10 – Welcome & Intro from Asy\n10:10 – 10:25 – Introduction from Raj of support available from NBV start up businesses including grants.\n10:25 – 10:50 – Open Q&A session\n10.50 – 11:00 – Opportunity to book 1-2-1 session\n11:00 – 12:00 – 1-2-1 sessions (Optional and dependent on availability)
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/leicestershire-business-start-up-surgery-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T113000
DTSTAMP:20220202T113210Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T113210Z
UID:2628-1650535200-1650540600@harborough-ic.co.uk
SUMMARY:How to submit a successful Grant application
DESCRIPTION:Writing a grant application can be a lengthy process. It’s time consuming\, demands a lot of effort and creativity and\, for someone who may not have the relevant experience\, it can be daunting.  Even worse\, any mistakes in the production of the application can lead to what would have been a viable project being declined\, and not getting the funding it deserved.  This webinar is repeated monthly so that you can find a date to suit your schedule. \nThis highly informative webinar will help: \n• Provide a systematic and structured approach to identify and apply for the relevant grant funding needed for your business\n• Make your grant application stand out from the rest\n• Increase the chances of a successful funding application
URL:https://harborough-ic.co.uk/event/how-to-submit-a-successful-grant-application-2/
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