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Build a Personal Brand & Network Like a Pro

An interactive workshop that shows you how to create your personal brand and network with confidence. It is not about selling yourself, but about attracting the opportunities that corresponds to you and your business. Why branding yourself? If someone ‘googles’ your name, what do they find? What do people say about you when you are not in the room? What do you talk about when meeting colleagues or business partners?…

address iconPhoenix Leicester, 4 Midland Street LE1 1TG

  • date icon31 Mar 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • location icon

Employment Rights Act 2025: Key measures and employer actions

Get ahead of the Employment Rights Act 2025 with a clear breakdown of the reforms set to reshape sick pay, dismissal rules, family rights and worker protections through 2026–27. What you’ll learn Be able to explain the key reforms introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025 Recognise the implications of the Act for organisational policies and processes Be confident in communicating employment law changes to employees Description The Employment Rights…

address iconOnline

  • date icon31 Mar 2026
  • time icon11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • location icon Online

Is franchising right for your business?

Explore franchising as a potential vehicle for expansion and understand what it really involves. What you’ll learn: – Evaluate whether their business is structurally and commercially suitable for franchising, including systems, profitability, leadership capacity, and brand consistency. – Understand the key stages involved in preparing a business for franchising, from operational foundations and documentation to recruitment readiness and long-term support requirements. – Identify common risks, misconceptions, and early-stage mistakes that…

address iconOnline

  • date icon14 Apr 2026
  • time icon11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • location icon Online

Beyond Profit: The Social Enterprise Way

Curious whether a social enterprise model fits your SME business? Join this interactive workshop to explore what it means to be a social enterprise, weigh up the benefits and trade-offs, and discover practical insights to help you decide if this identity suits your business. Through expert guidance and real-life case studies, you’ll gain clarity on organisational types, legal structures, and governance models – and how they align with your mission…

address iconDMU Innovation Centre 49 Oxford Street Leicester LE1 5XY

  • date icon21 Apr 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • location icon Leicester City

Buying a franchise: What serious business owners need to know before they commit

Explore franchise ownership and get a realistic understanding of what you are committing to – financially, operationally, and personally. What you’ll learn – Understand how the franchise model works in practice, including typical fee structures, ongoing obligations, and the shared responsibilities between franchisor and franchisee. – Assess franchise opportunities more objectively, recognising red flags, understanding why applications are declined, and distinguishing strong systems from strong marketing. – Determine whether franchise…

address iconOnline

  • date icon21 Apr 2026
  • time icon11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • location icon Online

Employment Rights Act 2025: Key measures and employer actions

Get ahead of the Employment Rights Act 2025 with a clear breakdown of the reforms set to reshape sick pay, dismissal rules, family rights and worker protections through 2026–27. What you’ll learn Be able to explain the key reforms introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025 Recognise the implications of the Act for organisational policies and processes Be confident in communicating employment law changes to employees Description The Employment Rights…

address iconOnline

  • date icon23 Apr 2026
  • time icon2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • location icon Online

Budgeting and Forecasting for Business Success

If you’re running a business without a clear financial plan, it can feel like you’re flying blind. This practical, jargon-free webinar will help you build a confident, flexible budget – even if you don’t think of yourself as a “numbers person.” You’ll learn how to forecast income, budget costs, and figure out what your business really needs to thrive – not just survive. Whether you’re aiming for growth, looking to…

address iconOnline

  • date icon30 Apr 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • location icon Online

Unlocking Success in Public Sector Contracts

Public sector procurement refers to the process by which government bodies and public sector organisations acquire goods, services, and works from external suppliers. This encompasses everything from purchasing office supplies to commissioning large-scale infrastructure projects. The primary goal of public sector procurement is to ensure that public funds are spent efficiently, transparently, and in a manner that provides the best value for money. This webinar will provide you with information…

address iconOnline

  • date icon5 May 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • location icon Online
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Sat, 13th July

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Employee Experience: There no Substitute

  • 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Hinckley & Bosworth