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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 March 2015
03/03/2015 (1 event)
Export opportunities in USA - Walsall
03/03/2015One of the benefits of working with UKTI is the access you get to a worldwide network of contacts. One of those contacts, Matthew Zoerink, British Consulate-General, Chicago is visiting the Black Country to help local companies access the USA market. There are many opportunities for Energy, Environment and Infrastructure sectors but this is not limited. 1:1 slots are available for companies who would like to find out more about this market.
08/03/2015 (1 event)
Business start-up seminar
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08/03/2015
The Black Country Growth Hub invites you to a FREE new business start-up seminar at Sandwell Central Library. 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.
Sandwell Central Library316 High StreetWest Bromwich, B70 8DZEngland18/03/2015 (2 events)
Live Budget 2015 Event
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18/03/2015Chancellor George Osborne will deliver his last Budget of the Parliament on 18 March, less than two months before the date of the general election. Find out how this election year budget could affect your business by joining us at our annual ‘Live Budget Event’:
The Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre, in conjunction with the Black Country Growth Hub, is delighted to offer companies the opportunity to watch the Chancellor’s statement live in the state-of-the-art Innovation 1st Visualisation Centre. This will be followed by lunch and a live panel discussion to discuss the measures announced.
Programme:
12.00 Tea /Coffee on arrival
12.30 Watch the Budget live
13.30 Buffet lunch in WBSC
14.00 Open Forum
Q&A with a panel of experts
Share your thoughts on the budgetThe assembled panel will include economist Paul Forrest from the West Midlands Economic Forum; along with Tony Elliot, a tax specialist at Dyke Yaxley Accountants. Professor Mike Haynes and Dr Stuart Farquhar from the University of Wolverhampton Business School will also be on the panel, which will be chaired by Paul Brown, Board Member of Black Country LEP, Chair of the Access to Finance Group.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to tap into expert analysis and discuss how the Budget will affect SMEs across the West Midlands.
There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.
Business Improvement Clubs
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18/03/2015''If you produce, manufacture, process, retail, wholesale, cater, make equipment, packaging or service the Food Industry in Sandwell and you are looking to grow and innovate, these FREE Business Improvement Clubs are for you!"
To become a member simply complete this short survey Spaces are limited so please book early.
The Business Improvement Clubs offer you continued business support through specialist advisory workshops and food industry/business mentoring. Guest speakers will share their experience and expertise to help boost your business & you will discover practical actions to take your ideas forward. So get on board now with this new and innovative support initiative!
Marketing, advertising and finance for food businesses
Wednesday 18th March 2015
at Sandwell College
5-7.30pm
including refreshment break19/03/2015 (1 event)
Need help getting into BIM?
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19/03/2015The Government Construction Strategy, published by the Cabinet office on 31st May 2011, announced the Government’s intention to require collaborative 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM) on its projects by 2016. Organisations in the construction industry unable to deliver BIM services will be at a major disadvantage compared to competitors
For those who realise the need to move into this increasingly important area but lack the resources to navigate the emerging standards and technologies, this event will highlight the funding and support available
what help is available?
Martin Huggins, from the Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Architecture & the Built Environment at the University of Wolverhampton, will provide an overview of BIM
Alec Gilham, from the West Midlands Manufacturing Club, will explain how companies can benefit from 5 days of funded support available to assist with BIM training costs
Date: Thursday 19th March 2015
Time: 2 pm – 4 pm
Venue: Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre| University of Wolverhampton Science Park | Wolverhampton | WV10 9RT|To book your FREE place click on the link above
Companies attending on the day will also have the opportunity to sign up for 2 days support from the Innovation 1st programme, part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund
20/03/2015 (2 events)
Unleash your organisation’s potential abroad
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20/03/2015Do you have a growth strategy which includes exporting but are not sure where to start?
Why not come and meet our Export Experts…
This workshop will enable to you to explore new worldwide opportunities and help you plan your next steps.
Export Experts from the Black Country Growth Hub will be on hand to explain how your business can access support through Export Expert, a subsidised assistance programme for Black Country based manufacturing companies.
You will also have the opportunity to speak to UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) experts on a one-to-one basis. UKTI provide a first class export service to companies who have identified market opportunities.
Whether you are a company seeking to develop an export strategy, or an experienced exporter looking to enter new markets, this workshop will put you together with experts to help your business move forward.
A networking breakfast will be available. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.
Register now at: www.bcgrowthhub.com/events/export
Alternatively, phone us on: 01902 321272
Or email: enquiries@bcgrowthhub.comDate: Friday 20th March 2015
Time: 7am to 9am
Venue: Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre, University of Wolverhampton Science Park, WV10 9RTUnleash your organisation’s potential abroad
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20/03/2015Do you have a growth strategy which includes exporting but are not sure where to start?
Why not come and meet our Export Experts…
This workshop will enable to you to explore new worldwide opportunities and help you plan your next steps.
Export Experts from the Black Country Growth Hub will be on hand to explain how your business can access support through Export Expert, a subsidised assistance programme for Black Country based manufacturing companies.
20 March 2015 7:00 am - 9:00 am
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreYou will also have the opportunity to speak to UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) experts on a one-to-one basis. UKTI provide a first class export service to companies who have identified market opportunities.
Whether you are a company seeking to develop an export strategy, or an experienced exporter looking to enter new markets, this workshop will put you together with experts to help your business move forward.
A networking breakfast will be available. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.
Alternative date & venue:
Date: Wednesday 25th March 2015
Time: 7am to 9am
Venue: Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Ward Street, Walsall, WS1 2AGDate: Monday 13th April 2015
Time: 7am to 9am
Venue: Sandwell Council House, Committee Room 1, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DB25/03/2015 (1 event)
Unleash your organisation’s potential abroad
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25/03/2015Do you have a growth strategy which includes exporting but are not sure where to start?
Why not come and meet our Export Experts…
This workshop will enable to you to explore new worldwide opportunities and help you plan your next steps.
Export Experts from the Black Country Growth Hub will be on hand to explain how your business can access support through Export Expert, a subsidised assistance programme for Black Country based manufacturing companies.
You will also have the opportunity to speak to UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) experts on a one-to-one basis. UKTI provide a first class export service to companies who have identified market opportunities.
Whether you are a company seeking to develop an export strategy, or an experienced exporter looking to enter new markets, this workshop will put you together with experts to help your business move forward.
A networking breakfast will be available. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.
Register now at: www.bcgrowthhub.com/events/export
Alternatively, phone us on: 01902 321272
Or email: enquiries@bcgrowthhub.comDate: Wednesday 25th March 2015
Time: 7am to 9am
Venue: Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Ward Street, Walsall, WS1 2AG
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