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08 Jan
Investment Academy 2: Overview event
This online event will give more details of what to expect on Boost's Access to Finance Investment Academy 2, designed to help businesses better understand how to secure equity investment.
When: 08 Jan 11:00 - 12:00
Where: All Boost local authorities (Online)
Host: BOOST
09 Jan
Boost Flying Start: Financial management for sole traders, freelancers and consultants
This masterclass is for individuals with a business idea which could become their main source of income, and start-ups trading for less than 3 years, seeking to improve basic bookkeeping processes for growth and funding opportunities.
When: 09 Jan 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Burnley
Host: Boost
09 Jan
Boost Business Advice Surgery
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: 09 Jan 09:45 - 11:45
Where: Blackburn with Darwen
Host: Boost
09 Jan
Boost Flying Start: New Year – New Business
Ever fancied having your own business and being your own boss? Then this masterclass is for YOU! This session will give you a clear and simple run through of the steps you need to take when starting your own business, helping you to make plans to turn your ideas into a reality.
When: 09 Jan 14:00 - 16:30
Where: Wyre
Host: Boost
14 Jan
Personal Resilience In Business Workshops and 121 Support
Lou will lead a 1.5 -hour practical session sharing research-evidenced practices for building wellness and resilience. Participants will be guided and supported to try simple tools and techniques that harness their emotional intelligence and self-awareness for noticeable results and improved well-being.
When: 14 Jan 10:00 - 11:30
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lou Booth Elementas
14 Jan
Boost Flying Start: New Year – New Business
Ever fancied having your own business and being your own boss? This session will give you a clear and simple run through of the steps you need to take when starting your own business, helping you to make plans to turn your ideas into a reality.
When: 14 Jan 14:00 - 16:30
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Boost
15 Jan
Boost Flying Start Roundtable: Marketing and Pricing
Calling all potential entrepreneurs in Hyndburn and those whose business is under 3 years old. New business leaders often have important questions about pricing, brand positioning, and how to communicate their value effectively.
When: 15 Jan 10:30 - 12:00
Where: Hyndburn
Host: Boost
15 Jan
Preston Tech Connection: January Meet-Up. Relational vs Document Databases
Our January meet-up topic is: Relational vs. Document Databases. In our meet-up discussion we will delve into what makes each database type unique, examining key differences in structure, use cases, and performance considerations.
When: 15 Jan 18:00 - 19:30
Where: Preston
Host: Society1
16 Jan
Boost Flying Start: Business Network
The business network is a brand-new monthly in-person peer network for Boost Flying start business support clients. Whether you're a pre-start business entrepreneur or a new business under three years, this provision gives you an opportunity to network.
When: 16 Jan 09:30 - 12:00
Where: Blackburn with Darwen
Host: Boost Flying Start
16 Jan
Boost Masterclass: Unlocking team potential
If you are a growing business in Lancashire, and looking to build a strong team, join our next Boost Lancashire Growth Catalyst masterclass: Unlocking Team Potential: Strategies for Building a Talented and High-Performing Team.
When: 16 Jan 09:30 - 11:30
Where: All Boost local authorities (Online)
Host: 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
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 Flying Start
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
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
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
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
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
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 Flying Start
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
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
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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