Spring is almost upon us - blue skies, snowdrops, and spring walks!
In March we are offering an array of exciting events including networking opportunities in Jubilee Library and Crawley Library and a special, International Women's Day event at Hastings Library with the Let's do Business Group.
We're also inviting parents and carers along to Jubilee Library next month for a bespoke introduction to BIPC Sussex and you are welcome to bring your children along.
We look forward to seeing you at our events and one-to-one sessions.
The BIPC Team
WEBINARS, WORKSHOPS & NETWORKING EVENTS
The basics of effective business planning
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Thu, 2 Mar 2023, 2pm - 3.30pm
It's essential to take time to work on a business plan. Join Ian Newbold from Newboldology Ltd at Jubilee Library, in this interactive workshop where you will pick up some hints and tips on creating an effective plan and discuss how to stick to it.
Starting your own business: Info Morning for Parents/Guardians
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Mon, 6 March 2023, 11am - 12pm
Come and find out about how the BIPC can support you in starting up or growing your business. Bring your babies/toddlers/children along to this relaxed business morning for parents/guardians.
Five signs of successful marketing in 2023 for scale-ups
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Tue, 7 March 2023, 10.30am - 12pm
Would you like to learn how to make your marketing as effective as possible? Join Joe Lynch, a marketing consultant who will help you understand more about customer data and how to use this to drive the growth of your business.
Coffee Morning Networking - BIPC Local, Crawley Library
In-person at Crawley Library
Wed 8 March 2023, 10am - 12pm
Relaxed in-person introduction to the BIPC, and networking - for aspiring start-ups, freelancers and small business owners in West Sussex. Find out what we do and how we can help your business or business idea, and meet other like-minded people.
International Women's Day: Learn, Network and Celebrate
In-person at Hastings Library
Wed, 8 March 2023, 10am - 3pm
Join the Let's Do Business Group and Hastings Library BIPC team for an event celebrating female entrepreneurs. Come along for four mini-workshops delivered by expert business coaches, open networking and meet local business women displaying their products on pop-up stands.
Afternoon Tea Networking - BIPC Jubilee Library
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Thu 9 March 2023, 16.30 - 18.00
Join us for some relaxed in-person afternoon networking - for aspiring start-ups, freelancers and small business owners in Sussex. Find out what we do and how we can help your business or business idea, and meet other like-minded people.
Networking with confidence - top tips
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Wed, 15 March 2023, 2.30pm - 4pm
Networking can seem daunting at first but as we all know, practice makes perfect! In this session, Mike Monk, founder of Advantage Business Mentoring will share his 15 top tips for successful networking, to give you the confidence and the tools to make the most of any networking opportunity.
Sussex Women in Business Networking Event
In-person at Crawley Library
Wed, 15 March 2023, 4pm - 6pm
An opportunity for women to meet, educate, inspire and support each other in a safe environment. This event hosted by NatWest in partnership with BIPC Sussex will also feature guest speaker Kurt Edwards from AdSmart from Sky, sharing how businesses of all shapes and sizes have turned to targeted TV to fuel their growth and how TV has never been more accessible.
Tea Tasting Experience with Tea & Grazing for female entrepreneurs
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Thu, 16 March 2023, 4.30pm - 6pm
Join us at this special event to celebrate International Women's Day with an unique tea tasting experience with Kim Jack-Riley, owner of travelling tearoom Tea & Grazing. Also hear from Ameesha Bhugwandeen, NatWest, about the latest findings from The Alison Rose Review of female entrepreneurship.
Writing a great 60-second pitch for your business In-person at Horsham Library
Fri, 17 March 2023, 10am - 11am
If you haven't got a clear 60-second pitch ready, you could be missing out on opportunities to grow your business every day. Join Ameesha Bhugwandeen from NatWest as they break the 60-second or 'elevator' pitch down into its component parts to help you explain your business quickly and simply.
Starting your own business: Info Morning for Parents/Guardians
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Tue, 21 March 2023, 11am - 12pm
Come and find out about how the BIPC can support you in starting up or growing your business. Bring your babies/toddlers/children along to this relaxed business morning for parents/guardians.
Database Workshop: Market research for start-ups In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Thu 23 March 2023, 2pm - 3pm
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.
Coffee Morning Networking - BIPC Jubilee Library
In-person at Jubilee Library, Brighton
Mon 27 March 2023, 10am - 12pm
Relaxed in-person networking - for aspiring start-ups, freelancers and small business owners in Sussex. Find out what we do and how we can help your business or business idea, and meet other like-minded people.
ONE-TO-ONE BUSINESS SUPPORT
Information Clinics
If you have an idea for a business but not sure what to do, or have a start-up or a small business that you want to grow, book a FREE one-to-one session with our BIPC Information Specialists who can help you with your questions.
Business Drop-Ins
Pop into the BIPC in Jubilee Library, Brighton or Crawley Library on selected dates without a pre-booked one-to-one session, to talk through your business idea with our team. These sessions are on first come first served basis.
Meet the expert clinics
Book a FREE 30 to 45 minute one-to-one session with our experts in residence to discuss your business related questions in confidence. Whether you need to talk to an accountant, solicitor or marketing expert, we can help.
