Explore upcoming workshops and events within HIC to immerse yourself within our business community. Speak to our business advisor if you are keen to showcase your skills in your area of expertise.
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There are many instances when a ‘sales support person or engineer’, usually involved in the implementation of a product or service, can have significant influence on the level of present and future business from that client. The time to promote added-value services and products is at the point when the client has just had a […]
This workshop helps you explore the fundamentals of marketing communications. You’ll be given a grounding in core principles and examine different elements of the marcoms mix, including advertising, public relations and direct marketing. The session includes the latest trends and developments in the field and practical tasks for you to work on alone and as […]
From getting the most from your social media channels to making sure your business stands out from the crowd in Online Sessionsearches, this action-packed event will help businesses across Leicester and Leicestershire get the best from the latest digital technologies. The day will bring together like-minded businesses who are keen to embrace the digital world. […]
Some of the biggest costs to your small business can be your raw materials and waste disposal bills. This session will look at actions you can take to: Reduce your waste disposal bills Reduce, Reuse and Recycle your waste materials to improve profitability Reduce risks of material shortages and supply chain issues for your business […]
How to create a cash flow forecast: learn how to create and manage this valuable tool, to help you track your cash movement Are you a small business owner or finance manager, who is ultimately responsible for financial management within your organisation? Are you keen to elevate your cash flow forecasting knowledge to help safeguard […]
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, […]
This is a 6-hour interactive workshop, delivered in two 3-hour sessions which offers some clear and simple practical steps that you can take, together with a number of tips and ideas, to help you develop your own bespoke wellbeing strategy. You should attend both parts: 10 March 2022, 14:00 – 17:00 – Part 1 17 […]
Generating Results Through Reorganisation: a practical workshop covering the benefits of reorganisation within your business. Are you experiencing change in the business? So much change that you’re not sure that you’re organised in the most effective way? If you are, this webinar will help you consider the options for reorganising the way you do things […]
Leicestershire is one of the fastest-growing areas for new businesses in the UK. Join us for advice on all aspects of starting a business. 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 […]
Discover how your business can reduce your carbon emissions to make the Harborough District a greener place to work, live and visit! Climate change is one the biggest challenges the world is facing. Join the Go Green Convention to discover the steps your business can take to help! Learn about local and national schemes, and […]
This full day action planning workshop explores common HR headaches across the employee lifecycle. For many owners of growing businesses, hiring employees is a necessity. Arguably it’s your employees that are you biggest assets and provide you with a key competitive advantage. Just as valuable as your business name, reputation and the product or service […]
This session will help you to change the culture of your business, developing your employees to become ‘green champions’ and communicating your green activities and Net Zero achievements to your customers to: Reduce costs Reduce environmental impacts and carbon Collaborate with other businesses to share best practice and solutions Informing your customers to increase your […]
