The late May bank holiday is nearly here and it looks like it's going to be a sunny one! We hope you've been enjoying this leisurely month of long weekends as much as we have.
In June, be sure to join us for lots of free events - webinars, workshops and bookable one-to-one information and expert meetings to support your start-up or scale-up plans - and don't forget that we're here to support you no matter where you are in Sussex, including at the BIPC Locals of Crawley, Eastbourne or Hastings.
Whatever your plans are next month, we hope you'll join us on one of the below events soon!
The BIPC Team
Sales Mindset
Online
Monday, 5 June 2023, 10am - 11am
Join Expert Partner and business mindset coach Michelle Allen of Infinite Upstart, as she discusses how to shift your belief about sales from anxiety to abundance. This webinar will explore how to approach a sales conversation in a way that feels good for everyone.
Coffee Morning at BIPC Local, Crawley Library
In-person at Crawley Library
Tuesday, 6 June 2023, 10am - 12pm
Come along and join our monthly networking session for informal conversation, meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections. Find out about BIPC services and share your business journeys with others.
Afternoon Tea at BIPC, Jubilee Library
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Thursday, 8 June 2023, 4.30pm - 6pm
Looking for ways to connect with other business people, freelancers and those thinking of starting up? The BIPC Afternoon Tea is a relaxed in-person networking sessions for informal conversation and meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections.
Database Workshop: Market Research
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Monday, 12 June 2023, 10:30-11:30am
If you're a start-up, carrying out effective market research will enable you to make informed decisions and reduce the risk of starting a new venture. Join the BIPC team at this group workshop to learn how to use our market research databases.
Business Model Canvas: Who said Business Planning had to be hard?
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Wednesday, 14 June 2023, 10:30am - 12:00pm
If the thought of writing your first business plan feels daunting and time consuming, there's a tool to help you - the Business Model Canvas. In this practical workshop at the BIPC, you will learn to divide and address each section of the business plan and how each works together to build your business.
Taking the Mystery out of YouTube Marketing
Online
Monday, 19 June 2023, 10:00am - 11:00am
YouTube has shifted from being the home of amateur video to a haven for marketers and professional-looking video content. Join Rachael Dines, founder of Shake It Up Creative to learn the right way to set up your channel and then how to grow your following and engagement.
Sussex Women in Business - Networking Event
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Tuesday, 20 June 2023, 10:30am - 12:00pm
This will be a fun, interactive 1.5 hour of Women in Business Networking event hosted by NatWest in partnership with BIPC Sussex, with guest speaker Laura Topper. Women in Business networking provides an opportunity for women to meet, educate, inspire and support each other in a safe environment. REGISTER
Coffee Morning at BIPC Local, Crawley Library
In-person at Crawley Library
Wednesday, 21 June 2023, 10am - 12pm
Come along and join our monthly networking session for informal conversation, meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections. Come and find out about BIPC services and share your business journeys with others.
Afternoon Tea at BIPC Local, Eastbourne Library
In-person at Eastbourne Library
Thursday, 22 June 2023, 2.30pm - 4pm
The BIPC Afternoon Tea is a relaxed in-person networking sessions for informal conversation and meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections. Meet Business entrepreneurs Kryssy Hamilton and Laura Topper from the Women of Power, who will be talking about their experience of starting up a small business.
Coffee Morning at BIPC, Jubilee Library
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Monday, 26 June 2023, 10am - 12pm
Come along and join in our monthly networking sessions for informal conversation, meeting of like-minded people and possible new business connections. Come and meet the BIPC team and share your business journeys with others.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Wednesday, 28 June 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Whether it's an invention, design, brand name, literary work or a song - this session with the BIPC team will give you the knowledge to identify the Intellectual Property (IP) assets contained within your business and how best to protect them.