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Events
Think Sandwell organises and participates in a number of events throughout the year.
The events range from breakfast seminars and trade masterclasses, and are held regularly in and around Sandwell.
View our events calendar below.
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Events in January 2016
12/01/2016 (1 event)
Business start-up seminar
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12/01/2016
The Black Country Growth Hub invites you to a FREE new business start-up seminar at the Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre. These events are specifically designed for individuals who want to set up and run their own successful new business.
The seminar will cover a variety of aspects, including; business planning, legal status and legalities, taxation and next steps.
The seminars offer a structured approach to identifying opportunities, planning for success and ensuring a better chance of survival for start up businesses.
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreGlaisher DriveUniversity of Wolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9RTEngland13/01/2016 (2 events)
Economic breakfast forum
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13/01/2016
At this Business Breakfast Briefing, the Chamber’s Alliance 4 the Black Country will present the results of the Chamber's Quarterly Economic Survey and explain the implications for the local economy.
The British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic survey is designed to monitor key economic performance indicators such as domestic trade, exports, employment, levels of investment, cash flow, prices and business confidence. The breakfast is also a chance to give your opinion on the key external issues which affect you and your views on our future relationship with Europe.
A key part of the meeting is an interactive voting system which allows attendees to vote in confidence on the key questions of the day – these are recorded and Black Country Chamber can monitor and feedback changes and trends live on the day.
Cost: Free to PassPort holders, £10 + VAT for Chamber members or £20 + VAT for non-members.
Park Inn Birmingham WestM5 Jct 1West Bromwich, B70 6RSEnglandTrade delegation & inward investors visit to the MIA Energy Efficient Motorsport Conference and the Autosport International Show
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13/01/2016 – 15/01/2016
UKTI have teamed up with the MIA to host a group of up to 20 potential overseas buyers and inward investors at the MIA Energy Efficient Motorsport Conference and Autosport International Show at the NEC in Birmingham from Wednesday 13th January to Friday 15th January 2016.
Representatives from overseas companies have been invited to attend the EEMS Conference facilitating engagement with UK motorsport and high performance engineering companies in the low carbon and energy efficient sectors. Additionally, participants will utilise the MIA Autosport International Members-Only Business Lounge throughout the two trade-only days of the show, where the MIA will arrange one-to-one meetings with UKTI Commercial Officers, UK motorsport and automotive companies, international buying organisations and potential and existing overseas inward investors. It is also planned that the MIA Business Excellence Awards Dinner will be included in the agenda, further enhancing the networking and trade opportunities of this visit.
For more information and to book your place, please click here.
NECNorth AveBirmingham, B40 1NTEngland14/01/2016 (1 event)
Trade delegation & inward investors visit to the MIA Energy Efficient Motorsport Conference and the Autosport International Show
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13/01/2016 – 15/01/2016UKTI have teamed up with the MIA to host a group of up to 20 potential overseas buyers and inward investors at the MIA Energy Efficient Motorsport Conference and Autosport International Show at the NEC in Birmingham from Wednesday 13th January to Friday 15th January 2016.
Representatives from overseas companies have been invited to attend the EEMS Conference facilitating engagement with UK motorsport and high performance engineering companies in the low carbon and energy efficient sectors. Additionally, participants will utilise the MIA Autosport International Members-Only Business Lounge throughout the two trade-only days of the show, where the MIA will arrange one-to-one meetings with UKTI Commercial Officers, UK motorsport and automotive companies, international buying organisations and potential and existing overseas inward investors. It is also planned that the MIA Business Excellence Awards Dinner will be included in the agenda, further enhancing the networking and trade opportunities of this visit.
For more information and to book your place, please click here.
NECNorth AveBirmingham, B40 1NTEngland15/01/2016 (1 event)
Trade delegation & inward investors visit to the MIA Energy Efficient Motorsport Conference and the Autosport International Show
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13/01/2016 – 15/01/2016UKTI have teamed up with the MIA to host a group of up to 20 potential overseas buyers and inward investors at the MIA Energy Efficient Motorsport Conference and Autosport International Show at the NEC in Birmingham from Wednesday 13th January to Friday 15th January 2016.
Representatives from overseas companies have been invited to attend the EEMS Conference facilitating engagement with UK motorsport and high performance engineering companies in the low carbon and energy efficient sectors. Additionally, participants will utilise the MIA Autosport International Members-Only Business Lounge throughout the two trade-only days of the show, where the MIA will arrange one-to-one meetings with UKTI Commercial Officers, UK motorsport and automotive companies, international buying organisations and potential and existing overseas inward investors. It is also planned that the MIA Business Excellence Awards Dinner will be included in the agenda, further enhancing the networking and trade opportunities of this visit.
For more information and to book your place, please click here.
NECNorth AveBirmingham, B40 1NTEngland20/01/2016 (2 events)
Chamber information sessions
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20/01/2016
These sessions are run free of charge for Chamber members, and are delivered exclusively by Chamber members to help you to tap into the vast amount of knowledge and insight that Chamber members can share.
This month the employment team at George Green LLP will be presenting a review of the employment law highlights of 2015 including an update on where we currently stand with holiday pay, the ECJ decision on travelling time and recent decisions relating to whistleblowers. The team will also take a look at what to expect in 2016 including the introduction of the National Living Wage. Plus a brief update on taxation of termination payments and employment status.
Cost: Free for Chamber members, £20 for non-members.
Molineux StadiumWaterloo RoadWolverhampton, WV1 4QREnglandHow Exporting can work for you - Meet the experts
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20/01/2016
Join UKti and meet a host of international trade and business support experts.
Why should you attend?
• To hear from Black Country businesses who have grown through exporting
• Benefit from a 1:1 meeting with individual experts offering advice on international trade and other business supportWho will you meet?
• UKTI International Trade Adviser
• E-commerce/Digital Exporting Adviser
• International Trade Marks and Intellectual Property Adviser
• Export Finance Adviser
• International Business Culture Adviser
• Intatrade – Agent and Distributor Adviser
• Access to Finance AdvisorLocation:
Visualisation Centre,
Business Solutions,
University of Wolverhampton Science Park,
Glaisher Drive,
Wolverhampton WV10 9TGVisualisation CentreBusiness Solutions, University of Wolverhampton Science ParkGlaisher DriveWolverhampton , WV10 9TG21/01/2016 (1 event)
Business start-up seminar
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21/01/2016
The Black Country Growth Hub invites you to a FREE new business start-up seminar at the Sandwell Business Solutions Centre. These events are specifically designed for individuals who want to set up and run their own successful new business.
The seminar will cover a variety of aspects, including; business planning, legal status and legalities, taxation and next steps.
The seminars offer a structured approach to identifying opportunities, planning for success and ensuring a better chance of survival for start up businesses.
Venue: Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, Smethwick
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick, B66 3LXEngland22/01/2016 (1 event)
Construction connections
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22/01/2016The breakfasts will explore opportunities and discuss a wide range of topics as well as examining future trends and potential within the Black Country and West Midlands area for those involved with the construction supply chain.
This Construction Connections explores the implications to the Construction industry of the Autumn Statement in the Black Country. The 2015 Autumn Statement identifies a "Five Point Plan" that is said to be "...the most ambitious plan since the 1970s to build homes that support working people in their aim to buy their own home." Speakers include Alan Yates from Accord Housing who will give his take on the implications as one of the largest housing groups in the region. Plus a local authority perspective and an overview of how it could affect our local supply chain.
Cost: £10 + VAT for Chamber members or £20 + VAT for non-members.
Park Inn Birmingham WestM5 Jct 1West Bromwich, B70 6RS27/01/2016 (1 event)
New business start-up mentoring programme
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27/01/2016This six month programme comprises a series of workshops in January/February 2016, followed by five individual mentoring sessions. The workshops cover vital skills for setting up your business, giving you a head start and the confidence to succeed into the future. The mentoring sessions provide dedicated, individual guidance at specified times agreed with your mentor.
Workshops
27th - 28th January and 3rd - 4th February (each workshop runs 9:30am to 4:30pm)
Mentoring
5 individual mentoring sessions (1 hour each) - March to July 2016
Venue
Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre, WV10 9RT
Workshop Timetable
Each workshop is run by a leading professional and will provide invaluable insight and the tools for starting a business. Delegates are encouraged to evaluate themselves and their business, with a view to fully understanding the impact of setting up a new company.
27th January 28th January 3rd February 4th February Housekeeping Market research Finance Elevator pitch Are you ready? Marketing Breakeven Speed networking Business planning Sales Start-up costs Summary Aims and objectives Profit forecast Business plan review Legal status Cashflow Presentation Legalities Taxation Break-even and survival Book-keeping Delegates must be able to commit to the full six month programme, which includes attending all four workshops and the five individual mentoring sessions. To apply for a place, please register here.
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreGlaisher DriveUniversity of Wolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9RTEngland28/01/2016 (1 event)
Chamber networks
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28/01/2016The popular mid morning Brunch networking meeting. This event is a chance to introduce yourself to other Chamber members, to hear from local businesses and build up your contacts.
Cost: Free for PassPort holders, £10 + VAT for Chamber members or £20 for non-members
Mecure Goldthorn Hotel126 Penn RoadWolverhampton, WV3 0ER29/01/2016 (1 event)
Council Contract Opportunities
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29/01/2016
Sandwell Council would like to invite you to this Council contract opportunities event - working together to understand the councils tendering process and opening up procurement and business support in registration.
The contract for the supply of tools which includes the following lots:
- Hand Tools - chisels, files, hammers, trowels, screwdriver bits.
- Power Tools - drills, generators, lights, mixers, jigsaws, circular saws, mixing paddles, chisels, angle grinders.
- Steps and Ladders - aluminium, telescopic and platforms class 1 BS 2037.
- Horticultural Tools Repair of Power Tools
You are invited to a presentation where it will be explained:
- The operation of the stores and repairs functions regarding ordering of tools so you will have the necessary understanding to complete the tender.
Details of the e-tendering website where all adverts for contracts are now placed and tender documentation must be uploaded and submitted.
There will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about the products the council purchase or the procurement process.
There are two 2 hour sessions - please state which session you would like to attend when booking:
10am(full) or 12:30pm.Venue: Sandwell Business Solution Centre, Smethwick
Register here
Sandwell Business Solution CentreCAP CentreWindmill LnSmethwick, B66 3LX
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