We use cookies to improve the browsing experience and maintain the site. By continuing browsing, you agree to these cookies being used. You can change your cookie settings at any time. For further details see our Privacy Policy

×
0116 454 2917
Support Finder
search icon
contact us
Basic Banner

Home » Workshops & events

Workshops & events

Our programme of workshops and events are always being updated so be sure to check back regularly

Show Filters
Growth hub Events
All
find

10 events found

expand calendar

East Midlands Sustainability and CSR Conference 2026

Our Framework for Growth and annual Green Growth Trends Report highlight that “Green” growth is increasingly central to the East Midlands’ competitiveness, resilience and international positioning. Sustainability is no longer a “nice to have”—it is a defining factor in business success. Across the East Midlands and beyond, companies are facing rising costs, tighter regulations, shifting customer expectations, and increasing pressure from investors. In this environment, sustainability is not just about…

address iconUniversity of Derby Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GB

  • date icon10 Sep 2026
  • time icon9:00 am - 2:45 pm
  • location icon Outside Leicestershire

How to research my market

This session covers why market research is important, the different types of market research that can be conducted and will explore resources that are available to help, from researching your business idea and market to analysing your competition and sourcing suppliers. Aims of the webinar: • To understand why market research is important for business start-ups • To understand what business subscription resources are available online and what they can…

address iconOnline

  • date icon15 Sep 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • location icon Online

Essentials: Financial Foundations for Business Growth

This practical, jargon-free workshop is for small business owners who want greater clarity and confidence around their finances. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to feel more in control of your numbers, you’ll explore the essential habits, tools, and concepts that reduce stress, support better decisions, and strengthen your business foundations. Who It’s For • Business owners who feel overwhelmed or unsure about the financial side of running their…

address iconMelton Borough Council, Parkside, Station Approach, Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1GH

  • date icon23 Sep 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • location icon

Employment law update including Employment Rights Act 2025 Webinar

Held in partnership with BRM Solicitors, this employment law webinar will include Employment Rights Act 2025 changes, Sexual Harassment and trade union recognition. Overview Delivered by Amy Hallam Head of Employment Law BRM Law Limited, we will cover: – Employment Rights Act 2025 – a reminder of what is in already and what is coming in the remainder of 2026 and early 2027. – A focused update on the sexual…

address iconOnline

  • date icon1 Oct 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • location icon Online
  • £40

Visit Leicester Business Network: Building a Stronger Visitor Economy

Join tourism businesses to explore marketing opportunities, AI, collaboration and growth across Leicester & Leicestershire. Join Visit Leicester’s Business Network for an inspiring and practical event designed to educate and connect tourism businesses across Leicester and Leicestershire. The only Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP), Visit Leicester is the link between local businesses and VisitEngland, helping operators access national opportunities, industry insight and the tools needed to succeed in an increasingly…

address iconLeicester LE3 1HX

  • date icon1 Oct 2026
  • time icon9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • location icon Leicester City

Mastering Cash Flow: Understanding and Managing Cash Flow Pressure

If cash always feels tight, the answer isn’t usually to sell more. It’s to understand what’s really driving the pressure. In this practical, jargon-free 90-minute session, you’ll learn how to gain visibility of your business finances, understand where cash pressure is coming from, explore practical ways to improve cash flow, and use a simple 13-week cash flow forecast to stay one step ahead. Designed for early-stage and scaling businesses, the…

address iconOnline

  • date icon14 Oct 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • location icon Online

Budgeting & Forecasting: Plan for Profit & Growth

Financial planning isn’t about creating a spreadsheet. It’s about understanding how your business works financially, testing your assumptions, and making better decisions.  In this practical, jargon-free webinar, you’ll learn how to build a realistic budget and forecast by understanding the key financial drivers of your business. Using a simple planning framework, you’ll discover what your business needs to achieve to survive, what it will take to thrive, and how to…

address iconOnline

  • date icon21 Oct 2026
  • time icon10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • location icon Online

Real Support for Real Businesses: Local University Business Support

Could your business or social enterprise benefit from support from local universities? Join us on 28 October 2026, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for this event delivered in partnership with Melton Borough Council to make new connections, ask questions, and discover the practical support available from the University of Leicester and De Montfort University. Ian Harmer (University of Leicester School of Business) and Bobby Chotai (DMU Castle Business School) will introduce the UK government’s Help to Grow:…

address iconMelton Borough Council, Parkside, Burton Street, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1GH

  • date icon28 Oct 2026
  • time icon6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • location icon Melton
×

Sat, 13th July

events

Employee Experience: There no Substitute

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