News
Sandwell businesses are aiming for GOLD
05/07/2023
Over four years, a funding programme has helped 92 businesses in Sandwell with face-to-face support and, in many cases, grant funding.
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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 May 2016
03/05/2016 (3 events)
Increase Leads With Inbound Marketing Workshop
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03/05/2016
Would you like to increase your enquires through your website and digital marketing?
If so this is workshop from GetSet For Growth is not to be missed. A web site on its own can be unseen by your target audience and will bring little, if any, business.
A website that has a good idea of their target market in mind, as well as being promoted in a multitude of ways, is one which will pay for itself time and time again. Both offline and online media are perfect ways of getting your website known.
In conjunction with GetSet for Growth, Daniel Ricardo from Strategy Plus will guide you through the different digital marketing tools and how to best use social media, email marketing and SEO to maximise your online lead generation. This workshop will:
- Help you to understand the basic principles of inbound marketing
- analyse which tools are best for your organisation
- help you to implement what you have learned in your business
- Optimise your website to work for you
The GetSet for Growth programme is available to all qualifying small and medium sized businesses in the West Midlands. Think of GetSet for Growth as adding world-class resources to your company at zero cost. Our finance and marketing experts offer invaluable commercial insights and direction, drawn from first hand experience, to save you money and time.
Whether your business is micro or multimillion, we can help you create or strengthen your marketing strategies in order to generate more money from more customers and work with you to secure finance to support your goals.
We are as ambitious as you are and, thanks to a range of funding partners, we’re here to make as big an impact as we can – for you, your business and the wider community.
Venue: Black Country Growth Hub, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV10 9RT, UK
Event is FREE
You can register to attend here
Black Country Growth HubWolverhamptonWest Midlands , WV10 9RTMarketing Strategies For Growth
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03/05/2016For business a marketing strategy is an essential part of the overall business plan to achieve the organisation’s objectives. But what tools are right for your business?
The Marketing Strategies for Growth seminar covers the key challenges that increased competition can cause for your business and how to overcome them. Whether it’s choosing the right channels and tactics to maximise your results, getting personal with your prospects or repositioning your brand, this session will help you put an effective marketing strategy in place
Register here
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreGlaisher DriveUniversity of Wolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9RTEnglandNew business start-up mentoring programme
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03/05/2016
If you have a great idea for a business and are not sure what to do next, the New Business Start-Up Mentoring Programme could be exactly what you need.This programme comprises a series of workshops in April/May 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.
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 9RTEngland04/05/2016 (4 events)
BIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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04/05/2016
Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXSPEED Business Networking Club
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04/05/2016
The SPEED Business Networking Club is held on the 1st Wednesday of the month and is open to all local businesses - whether you are a business start-up or an established and growing company, everyone is welcome.
The Breakfast Club is FREE to attend - all we ask for is your commitment and continued attendance.
Registration is from 8.30am, giving you an opportunity to do some informal networking and have some breakfast before we sit down at 9.00am for a short presentation from either a guest speaker or one of the breakfast club members. This is then followed by some high energy, fun and fast paced speed networking - we aim to give everyone the opportunity to speak to as many different people in the room as possible! Make sure you bring plenty of business cards as you are sure to make some exciting new business connections!
We round up the morning between 10.15am and 10.30am, there is usually time for some further informal networking if you didn't get chance to speak to everyone.
The SPEED Business Networking Club is run through the University of Wolverhampton Careers, Enterprise and the Workplace. The club is also supported by City of Wolverhampton Council 'Inspire Wolverhampton' project part of the Transformational Wolverhampton Graduate Programme Fund – Providing local businesses with the support they need to offer employment to graduates with disabilities.
If you would like the opportunity to do a presentation during one of the breakfast meetings, please email jo.terry@wlv.ac.uk or r.judehelwell@wlv.ac.uk to express your interest.
If you have any other questions regarding the SPEED Plus Business Networking Club, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Venue: Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre, University of Wolverhampton Science Park, Glaisher Drive, WV10 9RT
You can register to attend here
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreGlaisher DriveUniversity of Wolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9RTEnglandBIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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04/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXNew business start-up mentoring programme
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04/05/2016If you have a great idea for a business and are not sure what to do next, the New Business Start-Up Mentoring Programme could be exactly what you need.This programme comprises a series of workshops in April/May 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.
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 9RTEngland05/05/2016 (1 event)
Business Start-Up Seminar
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05/05/2016In conjunction with the Black Country Growth Hub, the Chamber is staging a series of free business start-up seminars. These events are run each month across the Black Country to provide tailored help and support for recently established companies.
They are specifically designed for individuals who are in their initial period of start-up, ideally operatin within their first 16 months.
Each workshop will cover a variety of aspects, including:
- Is it still the right decision for you?
- Business Planning
- Legal status and legalities
- Taxation
- Next steps
Aimed at individuals thinking of, or just starting a potential business, the seminars offer a structured approach to identifying opportunities, planning for success and ensuring a better chance of survival.
Venue: Wolverhampton Business Solution Centre, Glaisher Dr, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV10, UK Wolverhampton West Midlands WV10 9TG
Individual Price FREE
You can register to attend here
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreGlaisher DriveUniversity of Wolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9RTEngland06/05/2016 (1 event)
Digital, Sales, Marketing & Technology Expo
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06/05/2016
This event is for business owners, SME's, digital marketing managers, sales & marketing professionals, social media executives, local authorities, academic organisations and start up entrepreneurs!
This is the number 1 event in the region for businesses, organisations and individuals who want to ensure they are up to speed with the latest in technology!
Schedule of Event:
10.30am-11.30am: limited to 250 delegate tickets, in the seated theatre in which the Q & A panel session will take place. All delegates attending this session will receive a delegate information bag/delegate printed programme.
Not to be missed, we are delighted that at this years event, Google, the no.1 search engine will be sending a trainer to deliver their Google Garage initiative to help businesses become more visible online. A waiting list will be set up once the tickets have been registered.
11.30am-3.00pm: The exhibition area will open after the Q & A session, and will consist of a number of exhibitor stands, providing business expert advice, opportunities to network with IT/Social Media/Technology suppliers. The event can help connect you with companies that can help generate more customer leads for you, increase your exposure, find help, support with your social media activities and business growth.
Spaces are limited, book your free ticket here.
The Curzon BuildingBirmingham City University10/05/2016 (2 events)
Sandwell Council procurement for the supply of Plumbing Parts Contract presentation.
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10/05/2016Sandwell Council is currently in the process of putting together tender documentation for the supply of Plumbing Parts Contract.
This new contract that will start on 8 December 2016.
It comprises of:
- Wash hand basins
- baths
- push-fit fittings
- cisterns
- poly-pipe
- cylinders
- underground fittings
- cold water tanks
- taps
- washers
- Jevco fittings
Sandwell Council would like to invite you to attend a presentation where we will be explaining:
- The operation of the stores function regarding ordering of Plumbing parts for use by our repairs teams. So you will have the necessary understanding to complete the tender.
- Details of our 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 they purchase or the procurement process.
Location: Operations & Development Centre
Direct 2 Industrial Estate
Roway Lane
Oldbury
B69 3ES
Please note: There is limited parking on site, and there are no visitor spaces.
No parking is allowed on other businesses car parks within the trading estate or the roads within the trading estate. Sandwell & Dudley Station is a short walk away. Spaces can usually be found along West Bromwich Street or Fountain Lane.
Only one person should attend from each company, ideally the person who will complete the tender documentation.
If you wish to attend and book a place please email: wendy_jones@sandwell.gov.uk
Operations & Development CentreDirect 2 Industrial EstateRoway LaneOldbury, B69 3ESStartup Funding Club – How to raise your first equity funding
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10/05/2016
Startup Funding Club is an eco system for British startups that are looking for their first equity investment. It invests from it’s own SEIS Funds, through it’s network of business angels, and with foreign investors.
It provides startups with post-investment support that includes access to high quality, affordable, and taylor-made services from bookkeeping and accounting, to IP and legal assistance, as well as mentoring and next round assistance.
Agenda:
2.00 - 2.15pm: Intro to Startup Funding Club – how we work, how we help startups and how to apply for funding
2.15 - 2.45pm: Tips on how to get early stage funding from Funds and Angel Investors – Q&A
2.45 - 4.30pm: Pitch to Startup Funding Club – registered startups will have the opportunity to pitch to the team and receive their feedback. This will be a 5 minute pitch followed by 5-10 mins of questions and feedback from the Startup Funding Club team.Innovation Birmingham Campus tenants only. For more information on how you can get involved, please contact info@e4f.co.uk
Venue: Innovation BirminghamFaraday Wharf, Holt Street, Birmingham, B7 4BB
Register your interest here
Innovation BirminghamFaraday WharfHolt StreetBirmingham, B7 4BB11/05/2016 (2 events)
BIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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11/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXBIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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11/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LX12/05/2016 (2 events)
Advanced BIM Level 2 Awareness Workshop – 2 Day Course
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12/05/2016Advanced BIM Level 2 Awareness Workshop – 2 Day Course
Level 2 BIM Advanced workshop aimed at people who have technical knowledge, advanced digital engineering and software skills to create and design computer-generated virtual buildings, knowledge and understanding of the whole-life costs of buildings, BIM terminology, understanding the terminology, technology and software choices and principles of BIM Level 2 & 3.
The workshop will cover – 3D BIM modelling, BIM Collaboration, BIM Level 2 & 3, OpenBIM’, Digital plan of work, Project Information Model (PIM), Data Creation, BIM data exchange, (delivery of data and management), BIM hosting platforms, BIM Protocols, Planning for Change, BIM Implementation in the business, BIM model viewing tools & clash detection, BIM report generation, Risks vs Opportunities’ Project Information Management Tasks, BIM for economic regeneration, supply chain collaboration & external data exchange ‘The BIM roadmap’ and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes to design considerations and building specification of capital build and maintenance projects within the built environment including architectural technologists, external and internal designers, landscapers, building, structural and highways engineers, capital project managers.
What’s it cost:- £375.00 plus VAT per delegate
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
The course is on both the 12th & 13th May
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXChamber showcase and networking
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12/05/2016The popular showcase & networking event returns in May, serving as a great opportunity for you to network with several hundred local business professionals whilst learning more about those who are exhibiting.
This event is free to attend for all delegates, so, whether you are a member of the Chamber or not, ensure that you come along and make those all important business connections.
Please click here to register your free place as a delegate for this event.
West Bromwich Albion FCThe HawthornsWest Bromwich , B71 4LF13/05/2016 (1 event)
Advanced BIM Level 2 Awareness Workshop – 2 Day Course
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13/05/2016Level 2 BIM Advanced workshop aimed at people who have technical knowledge, advanced digital engineering and software skills to create and design computer-generated virtual buildings, knowledge and understanding of the whole-life costs of buildings, BIM terminology, understanding the terminology, technology and software choices and principles of BIM Level 2 & 3.
The workshop will cover – 3D BIM modelling, BIM Collaboration, BIM Level 2 & 3, OpenBIM’, Digital plan of work, Project Information Model (PIM), Data Creation, BIM data exchange, (delivery of data and management), BIM hosting platforms, BIM Protocols, Planning for Change, BIM Implementation in the business, BIM model viewing tools & clash detection, BIM report generation, Risks vs Opportunities’ Project Information Management Tasks, BIM for economic regeneration, supply chain collaboration & external data exchange ‘The BIM roadmap’ and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes to design considerations and building specification of capital build and maintenance projects within the built environment including architectural technologists, external and internal designers, landscapers, building, structural and highways engineers, capital project managers.
What’s it cost:- £375.00 plus VAT per delegate
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
The course is on both the 12th & 13th May
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LX16/05/2016 (2 events)
The 2016 Black Country Awards Writing Workshop
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16/05/2016The first of two Award Writing Workshops - a great starting place for your entry.
Entering the Annual Awards is a great way to promote your goods and services. It will give an opportunity for you to demonstrate your successes and should you be shortlisted you will attract some great publicity and press features. Are you just not sure where to begin – would you like some inspiration on how to get started on your submission for the Annual Awards.
Then you will find our Awards workshop “Award entry writing” useful. This is led by Andrea Childs, MD of Klick Business Solutions (Bid & tender writing company). She has written successful business tenders and award submissions and entries for many years and was the winner of the 2015 Black Country Chamber Customer Service Award. The workshop aims to provide a summary of the awards, some essential tips, and some coaching in preparing your entry. A half a day course to prepare you for writing that ‘killer’ award submission.VENUE: Black Country Chamber of Comerce, Wolverhampton Science Park WV10 9TG
Individual Price FREE
You can register to attend here
Black Country Chamber of CommerceWolverhampton Science ParkWV10 9TGThe Case for Britain to Stay In the EU
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16/05/2016
The EU Referendum has, over recent months, been the biggest cause of media headlines and polarised debate in many years, and as we head towards 23rd June 2016 the country appears split, with large numbers still undecided.
The results of this seminal vote will have an impact on our country for generations, especially in the Midlands as the UK’s productive manufacturing heartland. Many are still asking for greater clarity and information. As West Midlands Liberal Democrats are keen to Stay In the EU, whilst also keen to promote real opportunities for debate and discussion around this vital topic – open to all interested parties.
West Midlands Liberal Democrats are therefore delighted to invite you to join our Intogether Referendum discussion with Lord Fox, of Leominster, Herefordshire, who will put the case for Britain to Stay In.
Chris Fox is currently Group Communications Director and Executive board member for a global engineering business based in the Midlands, having held similar roles in some of the UK’s largest and oldest businesses. He studied Chemistry, is an Associate of the Royal College of Science and a past President of Imperial College Students’ Union.
Amongst Lib Dems, Chris is best known as having been the CEO of the party during the 2010 election and into the first two years of coalition. In the distant past Chris was brought up in Leominster and was founder chair of the North Herefordshire Young Liberals in 1974 and since then has been a councillor, PPC and constituency chair. He sits on the regional executive. He became a peer in 2014 and sits on the Science and Technology Select Committee. Perhaps not surprisingly he lists his hobby as climbing mountains.
West Midlands Liberal Democrats would like to thank William McGrath, Founder Director, C-Suite Pension Strategies, for supporting this event. C-Suite Pension Strategies has been established to assist companies deliver a balanced approach to pension costs whilst also investing in productive growth. William is known to many in the Midlands business community, having spent 14 years to December 2015 as Chief Executive of FTSE-business, AGA Rangemaster plc
Venue: iCentrum Auditorium Café, Innovation Birmingham Campus
FREE to attend
You can register to attend here
iCentrum Auditorium CaféInnovation Birmingham CampusBirmingham ,17/05/2016 (2 events)
Do something Social - How to set up a Social Enterprise
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17/05/2016Introduction to the social economy – what do we know
What do we need to start a Social Enterprise?
UnLtd, working in partnership with Sandwell council are delivering a workshop for those people looking to start up a social enterprise.
During the workshop you will look at:
- Person: What are your skills, experience, knowledge and passions?
- Proposition; what do you want to do and what need/issue/market have you identified
- People: who else needs to be involved – and what resources do you require
- Performance: what have you done already?
- Plan: how are you going to make money and enough money to sustain the enterprise
- Legal Structures
- Financing your enterprise
- Next steps
The event will take place at Sandwell Business Solutions Centre on Tuesday 17 May - 9am - 12pm
If you would like to book a place on this event please email: think_sandwell@sandwell.gov.uk
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXShow me the money
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17/05/2016Available funding and financing to inject cash and grow your business.
Please note this event is open to Innovation Birmingham Campus tenants only.
To get involved, please contact info@e4f.co.uk
Venue: Faraday Wharf, Innovation Birmingham Campus, Birmingham , B7 4BB
Birmingham Campus tenants only
Register you interest here
Show me the moneyFaraday WharfInnovation Birmingham Campus,Birmingham, B7 4BB18/05/2016 (3 events)
BIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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18/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXChamber Information Sessions
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18/05/2016These FREE 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.
Telephone Sales made simple – discover easy and fearless sales call methods, How to working with gatekeepers with follow up tips and a sales clinic to help with your own challenges
Tracy Gilmour - Cre8 Sales Solutions Ltd
Venue: Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Wolverhampton Science Park WV10 9TG
Cost: £20.00
You can register to attend here
Black Country Chamber of ComerceWolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9TGBIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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18/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LX19/05/2016 (1 event)
Skills development breakfast - Carillion
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19/05/2016Sandwell Council, alongside partners Growth Spark and Carillion are running a free skills development breakfast meeting for prospective suppliers looking to provide a high-quality service. This is a must-attend event for business owners, directors and business development professionals, our early morning session will give you a ‘roadmap’ to working for one of the UK's premier contractors. This is essential knowledge to help you succeed.
Attending this workshop will allow you to:
- Meet procurement / supply chain experts from leading contractor Carillion and learn what they look for from their top suppliers
- Gain a valuable insight into business opportunities within Carillion’s supply chain
- Hear about expert support for the WM construction sector including the launch of a FREE Growth Spark APP to improve your work-winning skills
- Network over a complimentary cooked breakfast with likeminded construction professionals looking to develop their supply performance and improve their business credentials
Thursday 19 May 2016, 7am to 9.30am
Midland Metropolitan Hospital Site Offices, Carillion MMH Viewing Platform, Cranford Street, Smethwick B66 2RX
Free to attend - email stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Midland Metropolitan Hospital Site Offices, Carillion MMH ViCranford StreetSmethwick , B66 2RX25/05/2016 (4 events)
BIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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25/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXAutodesk and Future of Manufacturing Roadshow
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25/05/2016Attending a FoMT event is the next step to better understand the trends that are shaping the design and manufacturing industry. You can learn how other companies are responding to them.
You’ll also have an opportunity to meet and network with other senior managers & directors of British design & manufacturing companies.
The Midlands roadshow is being held on 25 May @ The MTC, Coventry
Interested? Register here
Agenda
09.30 – 10.00 – Registration and refreshments
10.00 – 10.10 – Welcome by The Manufacturer - Henry Anson, Managing Director, The Manufacturer
10.10 – 10.40 – Future of Making Things - Asif Moghal, Manufacturing Industry Manager, Autodesk
10.40 – 11.10 – Keynote presentation
11.10 – 11.30 – Coffee and networking break
11.30 – 12.00 - Connecting to the future – today, Demir Ali, Northern Europe Technical Sales, Autodesk
12.00 – 12.30 – Customer Q&A session
12.30 – 13.15 – Networking lunch
13.15 – 14.45 – Workshop sessions
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Connecting your enterprise systems for manufacturing agility
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Developing design & simulation agility
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Cashing in on BIM
14.45 – 15.15 – Panel discussion and close
15.15 - 16.00 - Optional tour of The Manucaturing Technology Centre
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The MTC, CoventryAnsty ParkCoventry , CV7 9JUBIM 4 Beginners - Level 2 Awareness Workshop - ½ Day Course
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25/05/2016Level 2 BIM workshop, aimed at people who are new to BIM, provides a generic overview of what BIM is. It focuses on the Government’s BIM strategy for public sector clients, it is mandatory requirements for capital build projects and the collaborative components of BIM Level 2 which drives the use of digital technology and the universal sharing of high quality information between stakeholders.
The workshop will cover – ‘Introduction to BIM’, ‘BIM Definitions’, ‘The BIM roadmap’ BIM workforce Skills and your next steps’.
Who should attend:- People whose job role contributes support services to the built environment including client facing and business development roles, estates, facilities and property management, building control, supply chain engagement.
What’s it cost:- £150.00 plus VAT per delegate
Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, CAP Centre, Windmill Lane, Smethwick B66 3LX.
How to Book:- To book your place contact Steve Massey, Supply Chain Development and Local Procurement Officer on stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk or call 07929 353232
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreCAP CentreWindmill LaneSmethwick , B66 3LXLegal Start-up Surgery with Browne Jacobson
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25/05/2016As part of Browne Jacobson’s partnership with e4f, Mike Jackson and colleague Tiffany Ager will be on campus on Wednesday 25th May to answer any relevant questions you may have.
As this could throw up many discussions and topics, the aim of the session is to find out what you want to know and how best he and his team can help. So if there is anything in the world of corporate law or finance that you’d like to discuss with a professional expert, sign up and put your questions to Mike and Tiffany.
About Browne Jacobson
Browne Jacobson is a national law firm and experts across the private and public sectors. Clients choose and stay with then because of their sector expertise, straightforward advice, pricing and product innovation, and exceptional client service.Partners and employees of Browne Jacobson have been helping start-ups based at Innovation Birmingham for over a year and have a passion for assisting start-ups through ensuring they are well informed from the beginning. This session will help determine how they can help further.
Venue: Innovation Birmingham, Faraday Wharf, Holt Street, Birmingham, B7 4BB
Please note this event is open to Innovation Birmingham Campus tenants only. For more information on how you can get involved, please contact info@e4f.co.uk.
You can register to attend here
Innovation BirminghamFaraday WharfHolt StreetBirmingham, B7 4BB-
26/05/2016 (4 events)
Psychology in Construction
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26/05/2016
Psychology influences the built environment and vice-versa. The gains from this symbiosis can be maximised. Psycon (Psychology in Construction) provides a better understanding of human personality, effort and behaviour. The forthcoming Psycon workshop will brainstorm and explore how human activities in the built environment can be more efficient. The event provides a forum for practitioners and academics to explore how the built environment can be more efficient with its human endeavours.
The workshop will use the lens of psychology to examine human factors, research and pedagogy in the built environment. The workshop will deliberate on questions such as:
- How does the built environment impact on the wellbeing of people?
- How are individual variabilities factored in built environment pedagogy and practice?
- Can psychology influence the motivation, coping ability, leadership strength, innovation potential, etc. of built environment personnel?
- What are the impacts of user behaviour on the built environment?
Academics and practitioners from the built environment and psychology will be discussing areas of mutual benefit and prospects for future research and curriculum development.
NB: There are a few ‘5-minutes’ slots for attendees to showcase their interests, teaching or research.
Venue: Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Wolverhampton, Wulfruna Street, WV1 1LY
Tickets to this event are £99 per person.
You can register to attend here
Faculty of Science and EngineeringUniversity of WolverhamptonWulfruna StreetWV1 1LYBarclays Eagle Lab launch event
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26/05/2016In support of high growth businesses and their founders across the Midlands, Barclays is proud to officially launch its brand new Eagle Lab facility, as part of the Serendip® Smart City Incubator at iCentrum.
Birmingham has been acknowledged as the second most entrepreneurial city in the UK for the last two years and we want to support and make life easier for these budding entrepreneurs throughout their journey and beyond.
Barclays Eagle Lab is a combined ‘Maker Space’ and ‘Incubator’, providing both the physical tools and expertise to allow early stage and established entrepreneurs to really flourish. The facility will incorporate unique co-working spaces to include:
- 3D printers
- Digital cutting equipment
- State of the art connectivity
- Rapid prototyping equipment
- Ecosystem networking
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Digital Product showcasing
- Entrepreneurs in residence
There really isn’t anything else quite like this in the city centre and this presents entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity to commercialise their ideas and concepts.
At this official launch event, you’ll get the opportunity to look around the Eagle Lab, watch demonstrations of the new technology, plus hear from our first entrepreneur in residence,Khurum Choudhry, founder of Pharmanutricals Ltd, a sports industry supplements company.
Daniel Lowe, Owner and Founder of Fourpure Brewing Co, a travel inspired brewery in London creating modern craft beer, will also give a talk about his entrepreneurial journey so far.
Daniel is also an active advisor in TMT corporate finance and transaction space focussing on providing strategic acquisition and ongoing operational support to private equity.
Previously involved in the Data Centre and Internet Service Provider industry for more than 14 years Daniel was Founder and Managing Director of UKSolutions, which Daniel started at 19 while studying for an Engineering degree at Birmingham University.
UKSolutions was acquired in 2011 and became a part of Six Degrees Group and in June 2011 Daniel became Managing Director of Six Degrees Managed Data – the division encompassing all datacentre, connectivity and cloud services with run rate revenues over £40M reporting to the group CEO.
Daniel continued to work with Six Degrees Group as a Strategic Advisor on technology and M&A activity until the middle of 2014.
It promises to be an insightful evening, so please join us to officially open our Eagle Lab facility and come and see it for yourself.
Ray O’Donoghue
Managing Director – Midlands Corporate Banking, Barclays
Venue: iCentrum, Holt Street, Birmingham, B7 4BP
FREE to attend
You can register to attend here
iCentrumHolt StreetBirmingham, B7 4BPFuture Talks - The Future of Europe
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26/05/2016
In? Out? What’s it all about?
With the UK’s EU referendum fast approaching, we’ve got an event to give you all the facts from both sides of the debate. The great British public need to have their say on whether we stay or leave the European Union!
So what is in store for the Future of Europe? Should Britain stay as part of the EU family? Or move towards independence?
We've pulled together some of the key voices in the ‘In’ and ‘Out’ campaigns to give you a comprehensive insight into the debate on whether Britain should stay in the European Union. The panel will be chaired by freelance journalist and Brussels expert Frances Robinson, and will include prominent politicians Sir Bill Cash and Gisela Stuart, as well as international business consultant Vicky Pryce.
Panellists for both the ‘yes’ and ‘no’ camps will all be striving to put their argument forward as to why the UK should – or shouldn’t – stay a part of the EU
Venue: The Curzon Building , 4 Cardigan Street. Birmingham B4 7BD
FREE to attend
You can register to attend here
The Curzon Building4 Cardigan StreetBirmingham , B4 7BDChanging Europe: Should Britain stay in the European Union?
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26/05/2016Dr. Isabelle Hertner (University of Birmingham)
This panel debate will look at the issues around the forthcoming EU referendum and the potential implications of both outcomes. It is open to the public and free to attend.
Please note that there is no need to register but places will be available on a first-come first-served basis. For further information please contact Isabelle Hertner (i.hertner@bham.ac.uk).
Panelists:
- Prof. John Fender (University of Birmingham, Department of Economics)
- Prof. Michael Keating (University of Aberdeen)
- Amanda Gearing (GMB, West Midlands)
- Keith Beresford (Managing Director of Embassy Freight Services (tbc))
Venue: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT
FREE to attend
You can register to attend here
University of BirminghamEdgbastonBirmingham, B15 2TT
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