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20 Jan

What you need to do In 2025 to grow your business

In this masterclass, we'll be covering key business strategy principles to help you grow your business in 2025!

When: 20 Jan 12:30 - 13:30

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Digital Boost

21 Jan

Why is B2B different than selling to customers?

In this masterclass, we'll discuss the mindset around B2B and some examples of best practices.

When: 21 Jan 10:30 - 11:30

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Digital Boost

21 Jan

Boost Flying Start - Essential know-how when starting a business

Starting in businesses can be exciting but can also bring challenges. This fun and interactive session covers the main points to consider when first starting out in business.

When: 21 Jan 17:30 - 20:00

Where: Burnley

Host: Boost

22 Jan

On Brand: The importance of your business identity workshop

In this two-hour workshop participants will learn how important their business brand is, and what it represents, wherever it’s seen, heard, or talked about!

When: 22 Jan 10:00 - 12:00

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

22 Jan

Boost Business Clinic - Wyre

Boost attendees: Debbie Chinn

Join the ranks of over 14,000 Lancashire businesses that have benefited from our support, and discover how we can assist you
We offer free support for businesses and have a team of experts like our very own Debbie Chinn.

When: 22 Jan 10:00 - 14:00

Where: Wyre

Host: Wyre Civic Centre

22 Jan

Boost Flying Start: Start your own business

Calling all potential and start-up entrepreneurs in Fylde. Starting your own businesses can be exciting but can also bring challenges. This fun and interactive session covers the main points to consider when first starting out in business.

When: 22 Jan 14:00 - 16:00

Where: Fylde

Host: Boost

22 Jan

Apprenticeship, Employer and Adult Education Showcase

This event is open to all employers who would like to meet with local people looking for a new job opportunity or career.

When: 22 Jan 16:30 - 19:00

Where: South Ribble

Host: Runshaw College

23 Jan

Lancashire Economic Breakfast in partnership with Brabners

North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) in Partnership with Brabners. The Lancashire Economic Breakfast provides a key opportunity for local business voices to be heard through direct engagement with expert and policy makers.

When: 23 Jan 07:30 - 09:00

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

23 Jan

Save money through practical carbon reduction

Concerned about rising energy prices? Gas bills already a threat to your business and no cost stability in sight? Want to reduce your energy use to help your business stay solvent? Join us for an exclusive in-person event where West Lancashire businesses can gain practical advice and support to reduce energy bills and other operational costs.

When: 23 Jan 09:30 - 12:00

Where: West Lancashire

Host: Chamber Low Carbon

23 Jan

Boost Business Advice Surgery

Boost attendees: Lynn Trickett

For budding entrepreneurs interested in speaking to a business adviser to explore their ideas, seek guidance, or learn more about the Boost’s offer.

When: 23 Jan 09:45 - 11:45

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Boost

23 Jan

January Freelancer Meet-Up and Coworking Day

This is a regular meet up for freelancers, home workers, solopreneurs and alike. It is aimed to provide the opportunity to meet and connect with other likeminded people working in a similar way.

When: 23 Jan 10:00 - 11:00

Where: Preston

Host: Society1 Coworking Space

24 Jan

Edge Hill University placement showcase

This event will provide organisations the opportunity to engage with Edge Hill University departments. Our talented students and graduates are eagerly looking for work experience and employment.

When: 24 Jan 08:30 - 11:00

Where: West Lancashire

Host: Edge Hill University

25 Jan

Start-up Saturday

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or startup enthusiast looking to accelerate your business idea? Northern Reach’s Startup Saturday - Event is your chance to gain hands-on experience, expert guidance, and build your network in a one-day startup sprint!

When: 25 Jan 09:00 - 19:00

Where: Chorley

Host: Northern Reach

27 Jan

Digital Accelerator Skills 12-week bootcamp: Boost your business with digital skills

Join our fully funded 12-week bootcamp, starting 27th January 2025, to streamline your business operations, grow your online presence, and boost profitability.

When: 27 Jan 09:30 - 13:30

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Enterprise4all

28 Jan

Cyber Resilience Workshop: Impactful and innovative opportunities for SMEs

The Lancaster University Cyber Resilience Workshop equips Lancashire SME business leaders with the tools to navigate cyber security's evolving landscape.

When: 28 Jan 09:30 - 16:30

Where: Lancaster

Host: Lancaster University

28 Jan

Boost Workshop: Smarter marketing tactics

This online masterclass, hosted by Boost, will be facilitated by Andrew Ramwell, an experienced business consultant who has supported countless businesses across the North West to achieve sustainable, accelerated growth.

When: 28 Jan 09:30 - 11:30

Where: All Boost local authorities (Online)

Host: Boost

28 Jan

Raising Business Finance

This finance workshop will cover funding opportunities available at various stages of a business Journey, from Pre-seed funding through to start-up loans and funding for innovation and growth.

When: 28 Jan 12:15 - 13:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Hyndburn Borough Council

28 Jan

Lancaster District Jobs and Careers Fair 2025

If your organisation is looking to recruit in 2025, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase what makes your organisation amazing, attract individuals who are interested in your business, recruit emerging talent and create a positive brand profile.

When: 28 Jan 13:00 - 18:00

Where: Lancaster

Host: Lancaster City Council

28 Jan

fhunded X DSW: Founder X Funder event (Equity Investment)

Join us for an exciting in-person event at Fraser House Hub for founders and funders!

When: 28 Jan 14:30 - 17:30

Where: Lancaster

Host: Fraser House Hub

28 Jan

Beyond the 9-5: Flexible working ideas for sustainable productivity in 2025

Find out more about ways to redesign work performance and productivity strategies with flexible working practices that support your team and your bottom line.

When: 28 Jan 16:00 - 17:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Mich Bondesio - Coach, Consultant & Founder of Creating Cadence

29 Jan

Lancashire Cyber Good Practice Network (GPN): January 2025 Meet Up

The Lancashire Cyber Good Practice Network (GPN) fosters collaboration among cybersecurity professionals, researchers, and organisations.

When: 29 Jan 09:00 - 12:00

Where: Preston

Host: Lancashire Cyber Good Practice Network

29 Jan

HR Forum in partnership with Harrison Drury: HR Trends and top priorities for 2025

Join us at the HR Forum and use this time wisely to ensure that your business is prepared for HR changes when they come, to minimise impact.

When: 29 Jan 09:30 - 11:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

29 Jan

Boost Flying Start: The confident business owner

The Confident Business Owner masterclass is designed for pre-start or early-stage business owners who are looking to build confidence in presenting their business ideas, networking, and promoting their ventures.

When: 29 Jan 10:00 - 12:30

Where: South Ribble

Host: Boost

29 Jan

Harnessing Google Business Profile To Bring More People To Your Website

Explore the fundamentals of Google Business Profile in this practical session designed for small business owners.

When: 29 Jan 13:00 - 14:00

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: Digital Boost

29 Jan

Boost: Grow your business with Canva and Instagram

This workshop will focus on how to use Canva and Instagram to market and grow your brand.

When: 29 Jan 17:30 - 19:30

Where: Hyndburn

Host: Hyndburn Borough Council

30 Jan

Boost your business growth

Are you ready to supercharge your business growth? Join Boost's Lancashire Business Support Bootcamp: Growth Navigator, a one-day intensive bootcamp designed specifically to help businesses unlock new growth, create jobs, and enhance productivity.

When: 30 Jan 09:30 - 16:30

Where: Wyre

Host: Boost

30 Jan

Boost Business Clinic - Hyndburn

Boost attendees: Purves Ali

Join Purves Ali at the upcoming Business Clinic, hosted by Accrington Stanley Community Trust.
With a proven track record of assisting over 14,000 Lancashire businesses, we're here to support you too!

When: 30 Jan 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Hyndburn

Host: Accrington Stanley Community Trust

30 Jan

Cyber Fundamentals - Blackburn Workshop 3

The Cyber Fundamentals workshop is designed by Lancaster University for Blackburn based businesses, looking to develop their knowledge on cyber security best practices, to help mitigate business threats and risks.

When: 30 Jan 10:00 - 14:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Cyber Works - Lancaster University

30 Jan

Reducing costs by reducing carbon: One Hour Webinar Session

This is the first in a series of one hour webinars giving practical advice on how to cut your costs and reduce your energy bills and at the same time reducing your carbon footprint.

When: 30 Jan 12:30 - 13:30

Where: Zoom | Teams | Online

Host: East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

30 Jan

Tackling modern slavery together

This event will raise awareness, share best practices, and inspire collaborative action to combat modern slavery in businesses and communities.

When: 30 Jan 17:00 - 19:00

Where: Preston

Host: Lancashire Partnership Against Crime (LANPAC)

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