Business events

18/09/2024

Changemakers: Olivia Rubin

With a background in design and a passion for creating unique pieces, Olivia has successfully carved out a niche in the competitive fashion industry.

Her journey began with a vision to empower individuals through style, and she has since built a brand that resonates with creativity and confidence.

19/09/2024

Winning Customer Loyalty with Social Media

Customer loyalty is the cornerstone of sustainable business growth. Loyal customers are not only more likely to make repeat purchases, but they also become ambassadors for your brand, spreading positive word-of-mouth and driving new business. In a competitive market, customer loyalty can significantly reduce marketing costs and improve your bottom line.

25/09/2024

Business Networking in partnership with FSB South West London

Our live networking & meetup for residents and business owners in Richmond upon Thames who want to connect with like-minded people to grow their network.

Let us help you get set up to create the success that you want in your business! Surround yourself with local successful entrepreneurs to boost conversation, improve your thinking, and explore opportunities. In partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).

26/09/2024

HMRC – Registering for self-employment or registering your business

The BIPC at The British Library is pleased to collaborate with His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) under the Kickstart Your Business programme:

This workshop will demonstrate the key steps to take when registering as a Sole Trader for self-employment or when registering your small business.

During this session, we will cover your obligations to HMRC:

What to do if you are thinking of Self-employment to be your own boss.

We will explore how to register yourself and your new small business.

The self-assessment requirements you need to be aware of, such as the tax system, tax payments, how to pay and when (key dates for 2024/2025).

After the general overview, we will have a Q&A session for participants on registering for self-employment or registering their small businesses.

**These events are not designed to give individual or specific tax advice**

26/09/2024

How to Really Understand your Audience

In collaboration with Patch, St Mary’s University is excited to kick off the Business Clinic Autumn Event Series. This series will include four dynamic workshops, each focused on marketing and communication strategies.

The first session, "How to Really Understand Your Audiences," will be led by Mark Payton, a seasoned content and communications consultant with a rich history in media and brand development.

After the workshop, stay for drinks and networking, offering you the chance to connect with local business professionals, academic experts, and students from St Mary’s University.

26/09/2024

One day Business Finance Bootcamp

The Business Finance Bootcamp is designed to help you start a business, keep it going and continue to grow it.

Finances are often the last thing business owners want to look at or consider, but making money is the fundamental reason most people go into business.

Digital technology has revolutionised the way we manage accounts, and with the government now making tax digital, keeping digital records is actually a legal requirement.

This one-day Bootcamp will help you to stay organised, legal and compliant, and you may even enjoy making the numbers work.

01/10/2024

Generative AI in the Workplace

This course will run over four evening sessions. You will learn about the practical applications of the emerging technology which will be applied to a variety of sectors. Throughout the course we will evaluate potential ethical issues and considerations and some essential tips for navigating the technology, including a workshop on prompt engineering and multimedia best practices.

01/10/2024

Developing your Digital Marketing Strategy Webinar-In Person, Livestreamed

On this webinar you will receive tips on how to write your digital marketing strategy. This webinar is the cornerstone of the programme. It underpins the entire set of skill you will learn from attending the other webinars. It includes:

Understanding the role of digital marketing
Defining your brand, company values and USP
Competitor analysis
Understanding your target audience

This programme is fully funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered by CBV through Business for London.

16/10/2024

Employment law changes: What you need to know

New employment legislation is on the way, which small business employers will need to be aware of. Join us as we help you start to prepare for the changes, with insight and guidance from experts at FSB Legal and our policy research team. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the implications for your business and to ensure you're fully prepared for these legislative updates. Whether you're a seasoned employer or new to running a business, this session will equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently move forward.

22/10/2024

Property Advice Service for you

Join our upcoming Property Advice Service webinar to find out how you can save money on your business rates and leases!

London Business Partnership are delivering FREE commercial property advice to businesses across London.

31/10/2024