ETCH Network
ETCH is a FREE and friendly networking opportunity for creatives!! It is a great way to expand your network and gain some business support. It is for anyone who is thinking about starting a creative business or those who have been trading for decades!!! Always delivered in a relaxed environment
Teesdale Business Networking
Why not join us on Wednesday 12th February for our FREE Networking Meeting here at Enterprise House in Barnard Castle. Our guest speaker is Paula Richardson from Smart Bee Sales who is doing a Q & A on Stress Free Sales. Details for future speakers is available on our website. Teesdale Business Networking Group meets […]
ETCH Networking
ETCH is an exciting opportunity allowing all creatives to come along and meet-up, where we will share thoughts and information regarding funding, workspace, events, advice and support; without any of the usual business jargon. Above all, ETCH is all about inspiring, encouraging and motivating! We will cover topics including bid-writing, social media, intellectual property and lots more. Meetups […]
ETCH Networking
ETCH is an exciting opportunity allowing all creatives to come along and meet-up, where we will share thoughts and information regarding funding, workspace, events, advice and support; without any of the usual business jargon. Above all, ETCH is all about inspiring, encouraging and motivating! We will cover topics including bid-writing, social media, intellectual property and lots more. Meetups […]
Ultimate Networking Workshop
Join Jeni Smith, networking expert, for a fun-filled action-packed day of networking training! From practical skills development, to deeper understanding of academic research, this really is the ultimate networking workshop! Build confidence for attending events, set objectives that align with your business plans, and develop your own unique networking strategy – you’ll leave excited and […]
The Practical Aspects of Small Business Finance
This workshop covers the technical/practical aspects of managing finances in a small business, including: – Choosing the right bank account – Bookkeeping and accounting basics and software – Why it can be important to have an accountant – Saving enough money to pay your taxes – Monitoring the important numbers and KPIs for your business
Fit For Business
Are you passionate about fitness, wellbeing, or sports coaching? Have you ever dreamed of turning your passion into a thriving business? Join us for “Fit for Business: Exploring Fitness & Wellbeing Opportunities in County Durham”, an engaging and inspiring event designed for fitness enthusiasts, dance instructors, gym pros, and wellbeing advocates like YOU. Why Attend? […]
Fit For Business
Are you passionate about fitness, wellbeing, or sports coaching? Have you ever dreamed of turning your passion into a thriving business? Join us for “Fit for Business: Exploring Fitness & Wellbeing Opportunities in County Durham”, an engaging and inspiring event designed for fitness enthusiasts, dance instructors, gym pros, and wellbeing advocates like YOU Why Attend? […]
Bidding for Business with the Public and Private Sector: Workshop 3
Bidding for business with the Public and Private Sector: Workshop 2: Essential Tender Components (Cohort 4) Understanding what makes up a tender, including: policies, procedures and essential components. Demystifying tendering language and understanding expectations and how to identify appropriate resources needed for tendering. (Cohort 4: Workshop 2). Delivered by SME Centre of Excellence.
Bidding for Business with the Public and Private Sector: Workshop 2
Bidding for business with the Public and Private Sector: Workshop 2: Essential Tender Components (Cohort 4) Understanding what makes up a tender, including: policies, procedures and essential components. Demystifying tendering language and understanding expectations and how to identify appropriate resources needed for tendering. (Cohort 4: Workshop 2). Delivered by SME Centre of Excellence.
Crafting a Creative Future
Exploring Arts & Craft Enterprise Opportunities in County Durham Are you passionate about arts and crafts? Do you dream of transforming your talent into an enterprise? Join us for “Crafting a Future: Exploring Arts & Crafts Enterprise Opportunities in County Durham”, a vibrant event designed for creative individuals who want to turn their love for […]
Crafting a Creative Future
Exploring Arts & Craft Enterprise Opportunities in County Durham Are you passionate about arts and crafts? Do you dream of transforming your talent into an enterprise? Join us for “Crafting a Future: Exploring Arts & Crafts Enterprise Opportunities in County Durham”, a vibrant event designed for creative individuals who want to turn their love for […]
The Recipe for Success: Food, Drink and Event Opportunities in County Durham
Do you love cooking, baking, or crafting unique food and drink creations? Have you ever dreamed of starting your own café, catering business, or market stall? Join us for The Recipe for Success: Food, Drink and Event Opportunities in County Durham” , an exciting and inspiring event tailored for aspiring food and drink entrepreneurs. Date: […]
Food for Thought: Starting Your Own Food and Drink Business
Do you love cooking, baking, or crafting unique food and drink creations? Have you ever dreamed of starting your own café, catering business, or market stall? Join us for this exciting and inspiring event tailored for aspiring food and drink entrepreneurs. Why Attend? Be Inspired: Hear from local food and drink entrepreneurs who’ve built successful […]
Enterprising Mums
This engaging and supportive event is designed to help you explore enterprise ideas, think about what it takes to start your own business, and find out about valuable start-up support and funding. Why Mums Make Great Businesspeople? What is a mum? A mum is someone with passion, creativity, and the ability to adapt to unexpected […]
Enterprising Mums
Why Mums Make Great Business People? What is a mum? A mum is someone with passion, creativity, and the ability to adapt to unexpected challenges—exactly the qualities that lead to business success! For many mums, starting a business offers the flexibility to work from home, the chance to revive old interests, and the opportunity to […]
BIPC North East New Year Coffee & Catch Up, Berwick
Bringing businesses together within the local community For businesses who are operating in North Northumberland and want to be part of a thriving and supportive business community, then come along and have breakfast on us This is a fantastic opportunity to: Come along and connect with like minded businesses within your local community and talk […]
Kick Start Your New Year, Business Brunch, Blaydon
The holidays are over. You worked hard to make the festive season magical for your loved ones and your customers. So, here’s the BIPC North East’s gift to you – a free business networking brunch! Are you an established business, start-up, or planning to take the leap into self-employment in 2025? If so, we hope […]
Transform Your Tendering
“Transform Your Tendering” is aimed at organisations that have some experience in submitting tenders but are not achieving consistent successes. BIPC North East’s Bid Writing Expert in Residence, Mel Carr Mel Carr – BIPC North East will explore some of the key areas of tendering that many organisations find challenging and will introduce some key organisations and subject […]
The building blocks of business finance for social entrepreneurs
Delivered by an experienced social enterprise adviser from the North East BIC, this free workshop will help you understand the basics of financial planning, forecasting and the importance of financial monitoring for your social enterprise. Topics covered include: • Understanding the balance sheet • Cash flow forecasting • Legal obligations • Tax information • Funding […]
Grants for Good: Crafting Winning Bids for Social Impact
Understanding how to finance your social enterprise begins with knowing exactly how much funding you require and where it can be found. During this free, online workshop delivered by an experienced social enterprise adviser from the North East BIC, we will cover: Types of funding available for social enterprises Consider if funding is right for […]
Social Media for Business
Social media marketing is the process of creating content (words, images, videos, audio) for social media platforms to help promote your products and/or services, build community with your target audience and drive traffic to your business. In this online workshop, you will learn how to find and build your audience of potential customers/clients using Facebook […]
How to secure your first customers
This free workshop will help you develop an understanding of how to secure your first customers. Often seen as the most daunting prospect when starting out, this workshop will provide an overview of the basics of market research and how to get to know your customers. Understanding who they are, where they are and how […]
An introduction to Funding and Funders
Learn how the ‘funding world’ works at this free, fully accessible workshop which aims to help social enterprises make funding applications stand out from the crowd. Delivered by Kevin Marquis, social enterprise manager from the North East, this workshop will help you adopt the right mindset when completing your funding application. You’ll learn: What funders […]
