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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 June 2018
06/06/2018 (4 events)
Aston Centre for Growth: Information breakfast meeting
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06/06/2018
Aston Centre for growth will be hosting a breakfast meeting where you can find out more about the Aston Programme for Small Business Growth and receive application support.
When ? Wednesday 6 June
What time ? 8am - 9:30am
Where ? The Hub (C) - Walsall College, Wisemore Campus, Littleton Street West, Walsall,WS2 8ES
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
The Hub (C) - Walsall CollegeWisemore CampusLittleton Street WestWalsall, WS2 8ESThe Business support organisation breakfast - Walsall
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06/06/2018
The Business Support Organisation will be hosting an informal event where likeminded business owners can meet, make connections and hopefully help each other to gain more business.
When ? Wednesday 6 June
What time ? 8am - 10am
Where ? Walsall Golf Club, Broadway, Walsall,WS1 3EY
How much does it cost ? Members - £12 Non members - £16
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar .
Walsall Golf ClubBroadwayWalsall,, WS1 3EYFuture of marketing practice conference
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06/06/2018
Aston Business School is hosting a conference that will discuss myths around the “hype” of artificial intelligence, uncovering new and important trends in media consumption and addressing some of the data and profiling challenges of business to business (b2b) marketers.
When ? Wednesday 6 June
Where ? Aston University, Birmingham, B4 7ET
What time ? 10am - 4.30pm
How much does it cost ? £15
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar .
Aston UniversityBirmingham, B4 7ETTapping into talent
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06/06/2018
The University of Birmingham is hosting a networking event where you can find out how you can work with Careers Network teams at the University can make the most of the talent on your doorstep.
When ? Wednesday 6 June
Where ? The Alan Walters Building, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2SB
What time ? 1pm-6pm
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar .
The Alan Walters Building, University of BirminghamBirmingham, B15 2SB07/06/2018 (2 events)
Google digital garage: Digital marketing
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07/06/2018
The Black Country Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Black Country Growth Hub will be a hosting a workshop that will provide an introduction to the main digital marketing channels and how to use them to build a strategy. You will be able to learn about search, social and display advertising and how to get started with advertising a business.
When ? Thursday 7 June
Where ? Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill, The Waterfront, Level Street, Brierley Hill, DY5 1UR
What time ? 1pm - 5.30pm
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
Copthorne Hotel Merry HillThe WaterfrontLevel StreetBrierley Hill, DY5 1URMD-TEC workshop - Navigating the MDR (Medical Device Regulations)
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07/06/2018
The Institute of Translational Medicine is hosting a workshop to show you a way of navigating the regulations and the CE process, helping you to translate your idea to a medical device.
When ? Thursday 7 June
What time ? 8:30am - 12.30pm
Where ? Institute of Translational Medicine, Heritage Building, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, B15 2TH
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar.
Institute of Translational MedicineHeritage BuildingMindelsohn WayBirmingham, B15 2TH08/06/2018 (1 event)
AIM for the Black Country Masterclass - Business planning
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08/06/2018
The Black Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop aimed at SME Business owners who need to fit productive business planning activity into their busy schedule.
When ? Friday 8 June
Where ? GTG Training, Bearing Drive, Willenhall, WV11 3SZ
What time ? 9am - 4pm
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Have you seen what's in the latest Sandwell business news? Take a look at our news page for information on local projects, good news stories, funding opportunities and more.
GTG TrainingBearing DriveWillenhall, WV11 3SZ11/06/2018 (1 event)
Basic life support with use of defibrillator
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11/06/2018
Healthcare Education & Skills Training Ltd is hosting a workshop that will equip the qualified and non-qualified to deliver basic life support and use an automated external defibrillator in a wide variety of environments.
When ? Monday 11 June
What time ? 1pm - 2pm
Where ? Heart Care, 12 Portland Street, Walsall, WS2 8AB
How much does it cost ? £20
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
Heart Care Walsall12 Portland StreetWalsall , WS2 8AB12/06/2018 (3 events)
Maximise your membership
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12/06/2018
The Black Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop that will offer you an insight into how you can maximise your Chamber membership and ensure your business is aware of how they can help to support your growth.
When ? Tuesday 12 June
What time ? 8:30am - 12.30pm
Where ? Sandwell Business Solutions Centre, Sandwell College, 1 Spon Lane, West Bromwich, B70 6AW
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar.
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreSandwell College1 Spon LaneWest Bromwich , B70 6AWGDPR and how the dark web affects you
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12/06/2018
The Marches Growth Hub will be hosting a seminar where you can gain advice in GDPR, cyber security, dark web and social technologies.
When ? Tuesday 12 June
Where ? Telford Innovation Campus, Shiftnal Road, Priorslee,Telford, TF2 9NN
What time ? 9pm-2pm
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar .
Telford Innovation CampusShiftnal RoadPriorsleeTelford, TF2 9NNBusiness startup seminar
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12/06/2018
Enterprise Action is hosting a seminar that willl provide tailored help and support to individuals who want to set up and run their own successful new business.
When ? Tuesday 12 June
What time ? 10am - 1pm
Where ? West Midlands House, Gipsy Lane, Willenhall, WV13 2HA
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Have you seen what's in the latest Sandwell business news? Take a look at our news page for information on local projects, good news stories, funding opportunities and more.
West Midlands HouseGipsy LaneWillenhall, WV13 2HA13/06/2018 (2 events)
Business support one to ones
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13/06/2018
The University of Woverhampton invite you to participate in a confidential one-to-one review with an experienced business solutions advisor to discuss support and funding available through the University and their partners.
When? Wednesday 13 June
What time? 9am - 3.30pm
Where? Marches Centre of Manufacturing and Technology, 19 Estate Road, Bridgnorth, WV15 5HR
How much does it cost? It's free
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
Marches Centre of Manufacturing and Technology19 Estate RoadBridgnorth, WV15 5HREmployment law practical roadshow for SMEs
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13/06/2018
The Black Country Chamber of Commerce and Acas are hosting an event to help keep you up to date with changes in employment legislation and gain practical advice on people management.
When? Wednesday 13 June
What time? 9.30am - 11.30am
Where? Wolverhampton Business Solutions Centre, University of Wolverhampton Science Park, Glaisher Drive, Wolverhampton, WV10 9RT
How much does it cost? It's free
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
Wolverhampton Business Solutions CentreGlaisher DriveUniversity of Wolverhampton Science ParkWolverhampton, WV10 9RTEngland14/06/2018 (2 events)
Google digital garage: Analytics & SEO
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14/06/2018
Google Digital Garage will be hosting a workshop in conjuction with the Black Country Chamber of Commerce and the Black Country Growth Hub. You will learn how to start showing up on Google maps, plus ways to make your business more visible.
When ? Thursday 14 June
What time ? 1pm - 5:30 pm
Where ? Holiday Inn, M6 J10, 20 Wolverhampton Road West, Walsall, WS2 0BS
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Have you seen what's in the latest Sandwell business news? Take a look at our news page for information on local projects, good news stories, funding opportunities and more.
Holiday InnM6 J1020 Wolverhampton Road WestWalsall, WS2 0BSBlack Country Chamber Awards writing workshop
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14/06/2018The Black Country Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop that will provide essential coaching to ensure all aspects of your company are well-thought-out, this session is a useful tool to writing a strong award application and ensure your application is reflective of your organisation.
When ? Thursday 14 June
Where ? Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Creative Industries Centre, Wolverhampton Science Park, Glaisher Drive, Wolverhampton, WV10 9TG
What time ? 1pm - 4:30pm
How much does it cost ? Free to attend for Chamber members £20 +VAT for non-members
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar.
Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Creative Industries CentrWolverhampton Science ParkGlaisher DriveWolverhampton, WV10 9TG20/06/2018 (1 event)
Wolverhampton business lunch
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20/06/2018
The Women's business club is hosting a networking lunch that will include inspirational business talks.
When ? Wednesday 20 June
Where ? Novotel, Union Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3JN
What time ? 11.30am - 2pm
How much does it cost ? £ 38.98
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar.
NovotelUnion StreetWolverhampton, WV1 3JN21/06/2018 (2 events)
Being a responsible business
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21/06/2018The University of Birmingham Business Club is hosting a breakfast event which will talk about what it means to be a responsible business in 2018.
When ? Thursday 21 June
What time ? 7:30am-10am
Where ? Birmingham Research Park, Birmingham, B15 2SQ
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
Birmingham Research ParkBirmingham, B15 2SQImprove your business mindset
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21/06/2018
At the next Get Connected networking event, Jennie Carpenter of True Potential, will be offering businesses across the Black Country an opportunity to find out how to improve their business health, profitability and performance through coaching and mindfulness.
When ? Thursday 21 June 2018
What time ? 7:45am -9:30am
Where ? Sandwell Business Solutions Centres, West Bromwich, B70 8AW
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Have you seen what's in the latest Sandwell business news? Take a look at our news page for information on local projects, good news stories, funding opportunities and more.
Sandwell Business Solutions CentreSandwell College1 Spon LaneWest Bromwich , B70 6AW22/06/2018 (1 event)
Women in business expo 2018
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22/06/2018
On Friday 22 June Headz Up Business will be hosting a women in business expo at the Birmingham, City Council House.
The expo brings together women from all industries, professional, corporate backgrounds, providing a platform to showcase success. It will highlight achievements giving out a strong message that anything is possible, achievable in business with the right mind-set.
This event includes a business fashion show with a runway showcasing many talented, successful owners. The business fashion runway has been a huge success in attracting audiences to our events. With attendances from press, radio, influence bloggers, the fashion runway has created a buzz, engaging delegates with hashtag #headzupbusiness, trending on the day.
Venue: Birmingham City Council House, Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BB
Free to attend
If you would like to attend, you can follow this link to register
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Birmingham City Council HouseVictoria SquareBirmingham, B1 1BB27/06/2018 (1 event)
National property and construction seminar
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27/06/2018
Crowe Clark Whitehill is hosting a property and construction seminar where there will be discussions around current tax developments and the impact of recent tax legislation, construction industry scheme developments and much more.
When ? Wednesday 27 June
Where ? Black Country House, Rounds Green Road, Oldbury, B69 2DG
What time ? 8.30am -10am
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Have you seen what's in the latest Sandwell business news? Take a look at our news page for information on local projects, good news stories, funding opportunities and more.
Black Country HouseRounds Green RoadOldbury, B69 2DG28/06/2018 (1 event)
TMG open house: advanced technologies for the aerospace supply chain
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28/06/2018
Black Country Chamber Patrons will be hosting a special ‘open house’ event in conjunction with In-Comm Business Services. This event will explore the advanced technologies that are currently supporting the aerospace industry.
When ? Thursday 28 June
What time ? 9am - 1pm
Where ? MCMT, Stanmore Industrial Estate, Bridgnorth, WV15 5HP
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
From networking and knowledge to trade exhibitions, see what other business events are taking place soon: check out our full calendar.
MCMTStanmore Industrial EstateBridgnorth, WV15 5HP29/06/2018 (1 event)
The Midlands Business Network June Expo
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29/06/2018
The Midlands Business network is hosting an expo where you can identify new customers, showcase your business and grow your network even further.
When ? Friday 29 June
What time ? 10am -3pm
Where ? Aston Villa FC, Birmingham, B6 6HE
How much does it cost ? It's free
Find out more and book here
Alongside event listings, Think Sandwell provides a wealth of business support and advice. Visit our business services pages to see how we could help your company grow.
Aston Villa FCBirmingham, B6 6HE
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