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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: The biggest data mistakes SMEs make and how to avoid them
DESCRIPTION:Is your business data helping you grow or holding you back? \nIn this practical session led by Jane Jawad\, you’ll find out how to clear the clutter and focus on what really matters. You’ll learn what to fix\, what to build\, and what to stop doing so your data starts working for you. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nA simple data plan you can act on immediately\nConfidence in using your numbers to guide decisions\nTools that suit your size – no tech team required
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-the-biggest-data-mistakes-smes-make-and-how-to-avoid-them/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T130000
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SUMMARY:Scaling lead generation and developing a clear value proposition
DESCRIPTION:How to grow your business by scaling your lead generation with Laura Burton \n\nHow to design a scalable online lead generation system\nThe key assets and tools you need to do the heavy lifting for you (yes\, we’ll talk AI)\nWhat to consider before you scale your leads (There might be another way to grow)\n\nDeveloping a clear value proposition with Leisa Pickles \n\nDiscover the three essential ingredients of a killer value proposition\nLearn how to reflect your customer’s exact needs using their own language to build connection and trust\nExplore how to communicate your value clearly on social media to attract better-fit leads and generate more interest
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/scaling-lead-generation-and-developing-a-clear-value-proposition/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250821T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233957
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SUMMARY:How your customer can tell you what you could do better
DESCRIPTION:This session will be delivered by GrowBiz Chief Operating Officer\, Karen Nichol who has a background in business development\, planning and marketing. \nKaren will show you how collecting both numbers and stories from your customers can unlock powerful insights. You’ll discover how to use that feedback to elevate your offering—boosting loyalty\, satisfaction\, and ultimately\, sales. Whether you run a product-based or service-based business\, this session is packed with practical learning you won’t want to miss. \nJoin this session and you’ll walk away with: \n\nSimple ways to ask customers for meaningful feedback\nTools to collect both data and rich customer stories\nTips to identify what customers really value (and what they don’t)\nStrategies to use feedback to improve your offering and increase sales\nConfidence to build feedback into your everyday customer journey\n\nJoin us to explore how small shifts in how you ask—and listen—can lead to big wins. One thoughtful question could spark your next breakthrough.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-your-customer-can-tell-you-what-you-could-do-better/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250623T094458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T094458Z
UID:10091459-1756202400-1756206000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How Leaders Learn Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar to learn how leaders learn leadership. \nYou’ll leave with practical\, research-based insights that: \n\nShow how your own experiences can help you understand your leadership strengths\nIntroduce strategies leaders use to enhance their learning\nBuild your understanding of the skills leaders see as essential to developing their practice\n\nLed by Professor Carole Elliott from the University of St Andrews Business School\, the session draws on the latest research and real-world examples. It explores how leaders use their unique environments to grow their leadership practice. \nYou’ll come away with clear\, actionable strategies to help you reflect on your own approach to leadership.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-leaders-learn-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,HR
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250828T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250828T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250825T151437Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: The state of small business marketing in the UK
DESCRIPTION:Running a small business in 2025 is no small feat. Between rising costs\, shifting customer expectations and the constant buzz around AI\, it’s hard to know where to focus your marketing – or if what you’re doing is even working. \nIn this Lunch and Learn session\, we’ll share some of the latest trends shaping small business marketing in the UK – including how businesses like yours are approaching email\, trying out AI tools and navigating the impact of inflation and global trade. \nYou’ll hear new findings from Constant Contact’s 2025 State of Small Business Marketing report\, along with practical takeaways and ideas to help you plan your next steps. \nWhether you’re hands-on with your marketing or just trying to keep up\, this session is designed to give you a clearer picture of what’s working\, what’s not\, and where small businesses are headed next. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow UK small businesses are adapting their marketing strategies in 2025\nActionable ideas and strategies to improve your marketing\nPractical ways to navigate current challenges
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-the-state-of-small-business-marketing-in-the-uk/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250825T151701Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Spotting opportunity in disruption
DESCRIPTION:When the pandemic made Gail Irvine’s core business model unsustainable\, she didn’t scale down – she redesigned. \nIn this 30-minute session\, Gail shares the real story behind that reinvention and offers practical strategies any small business can use to pivot\, simplify and scale\, even with limited resources. \nThis session is ideal for founders\, community interest companies (CICs) and business owners navigating change\, uncertainty or growth. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to spot opportunity in disruption: Learn how to read the market and pivot strategically without starting from scratch.\nA clear path to reinvention: How to tidy up your offer\, simplify your day-to-day and grow – even without a big team.\nTools and tactics to work smarter\, not harder: Get practical ideas to automate admin\, increase visibility and boost income without a big budget.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-spotting-opportunity-in-disruption/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250808T101215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T101215Z
UID:10091690-1756807200-1756814400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business strategy
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is practical\, outcome driven\, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth\, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business\, and develop an action plan. \nWe will look at: \n\nYour business today – identifying your strengths and areas for development\nThe key pillars of a business and why balancing all areas is essential for success\nPersonal and business ambitions and using these to guide strategy development\nAnsoff’s Matrix as a tool for identifying core growth strategies\nThe core components of your business delivery\nHow to develop a methodical\, strategic approach to developing your business for future success\n\nAfter the webinar\, you will understand: \n\nHow to undertake a balanced review of where your business is that helps identify areas for development\nAnsoff’s Matrix and how to use it as a core strategic planning tool\nHow to create a strategic plan for growing your business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-business-strategy-17/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T200000
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SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Our Independent Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Are you a local independent retailer in Angus and feeling a bit uncertain about what the future holds? You’re not alone\, this session is here to help! \nAcross Angus\, we’re lucky to have a large number of fantastic independent businesses that bring life\, character\, and community spirit to our high streets. But with rising costs and global changes\, it’s understandable that things might feel a bit tough right now. \nThis session is all about helping you feel more confident about the road ahead. We’ll share useful tips\, fresh ideas\, and expert advice to help your business stay strong and continue to thrive. Our expert business and retail consultant\, Kimberley Guthrie\, will guide you through new ways to connect with customers\, how to make the most of your footfall\, and explore simple digital tools to save time and money. \nAnd the best part? This session is designed to be interactive\, so feel free to ask questions at any time! Whether you’ve got a specific challenge or just want to bounce around ideas\, Kimberley is here to help and happy to chat. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nGetting to know your customers even better\nTurning footfall into sales\nMaking new trends work for your shop\nSimple ways to use digital tools and AI to save time\nHow local shops can spark a social buzz in our towns\n\nLet’s build a bright\, sustainable future for Angus’s independent businesses. We’d love to see you there!
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/future-proofing-our-independent-businesses/
LOCATION:The Montrose Playhouse\, The Mall\, Montrose\, DD10 8NN
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250808T101315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T101315Z
UID:10091692-1756893600-1756900800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:A step-by-step guide to building your business plan
DESCRIPTION:New and established businesses will require a business plan for getting a loan\, grant or just to consider the direction they wish to go in. This webinar will teach you what you need to include and how. We will walk you through what should be included within a business plan\, how a business plan is used to improve your prospects for a loan or a grant\, and how you can develop a business plan to meet your needs. \nWe will: \n\nProvide a structure for a business plan\nReview each section of what should be included within the business plan\nExplain when and how to use a business plan\nExplore the connections (and importance) between the words and the numbers\nLook at how to identify and manage cashflow within the business planning process
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/a-step-by-step-guide-to-building-your-business-plan-23/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250825T133709Z
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UID:10091812-1756909800-1756917000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Black Friday 2025 - Plan For Success
DESCRIPTION:With demand set to surge across eMarketplaces around Black Friday 2025\, now is the perfect time to refine your online selling strategy and skills. \nWhether you’re an experienced online seller or just starting out\, this session will provide actionable steps to set you up for success on eMarketplaces like Amazon. \nThis event will guide you through the essentials of preparing your product listings\, optimising keywords\, and ensuring your offers are visible to the right customers at the right time. \nWe’ll dive into practical tactics for boosting conversions\, including how to create compelling product content and designing strategic pricing strategies. \nAttendees will also learn how to leverage Amazon’s promotional tools\, advertising options\, and customer insights to capture more buyers during peak traffic hours.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/black-friday-2025-plan-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250825T134156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T134156Z
UID:10091816-1758189600-1758196800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Selling Your Business Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered a succession plan for your business? Have you considered selling your business to an employee ownership trust? It’s never too early to start thinking about your options. \nEmployee ownership is fast becoming the preferred exit route for business owners. Attend this free online workshop to learn how employee ownership offers a tax efficient exit route that protects your company’s legacy while ensuring you get a competitive price for the business. \nAimed at business owners considering an exit from their company\, this free online session will give you the opportunity to hear from Isle of Arran based Auchrannie Resort and UK and Ireland specialist holiday firm McKinlay Kidd. They’ll talk about the factors they considered in choosing employee ownership and how things have worked out. \nRalph Leishman from 4-consulting will talk through all your ownership succession options before focussing on employee ownership and how to ensure the employee buyout is a smooth process.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/selling-your-business-masterclass-9/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250922T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250909T100319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T100319Z
UID:10091992-1758542400-1758544200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Simple\, low-risk ways to start outsourcing today
DESCRIPTION:Great leaders focus on the road ahead\, not clearing up what’s already passed. \nIn this session led by Abi Phillips\, we’ll explore how outsourcing helps you step out of the weeds and lead from the front. From virtual assistants to accountants and specialist freelancers\, you’ll learn how to identify the right tasks to delegate\, choose the right people and make it cost-effective. \nCreate the space to focus on strategy\, growth and the work only you can do – without hiring a full team. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to spot the tasks holding you back from leading effectively\nSimple\, low-risk ways to start outsourcing today\nHow to treat outsourcing as a strategic investment in leadership and growth
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-simple-low-risk-ways-to-start-outsourcing-today/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250909T100553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T100553Z
UID:10091996-1758888000-1758889800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Building your business without sacrificing your wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:You know entrepreneurship is hard. But do you know why it’s so hard\, and how you can support yourself to thrive\, rather than burn out? \nIn this webinar\, Nonie White\, positive psychology practitioner and founder coach\, reveals the often-neglected links between wellbeing\, performance and creating a sustainable business. She also lays out some evidence-based practical takeaways so you can optimise your results alongside your wellbeing. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nThe paradox of entrepreneurship – why it’s so potentially brilliant and bad for you\, all at once\nWhy you’ve been focusing on the wrong metrics – and how you can feel better\, while doing better\nAuditing your own wellbeing and performance habits – then select your evidence-based practices for more sustainable success
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-building-your-business-without-sacrificing-your-wellbeing/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T081450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T081450Z
UID:10092044-1759147200-1759150800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:The BG Interview: Roan Lavery
DESCRIPTION:Join host Hugh Lightbody for a virtual Q&A with Roan Lavery\, co-founder of FreeAgent\, one of Scotland’s most successful tech stories. This is your chance to hear firsthand how a personal challenge evolved into a game-changing platform for small businesses—and how it grew into a scalable company now backed by NatWest. \nIn this conversation\, we’ll explore: \n\nThe personal inspiration behind FreeAgent’s creation\nPivotal moments that signalled scale-up potential\nTough early decisions and their long-term impact\nCustomer-driven innovation and product pivots\nCore values that shaped and sustained company culture\nAdvice for aspiring entrepreneurs in Scotland\nThe role of community and support networks in startup success\nThe unique advantages and challenges of building a tech company in Scotland\n\nWhether you have a business idea you’d like to turn into a reality\, are a tech enthusiast\, or simply curious about the journey from startup to scale-up\, this session promises insights\, inspiration\, and practical advice.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/the-bg-interview-roan-lavery/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T092250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T092250Z
UID:10092101-1759233600-1759235400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How to turn procrastination into progress
DESCRIPTION:We all put off the things that matter most – chasing leads\, making the call or setting clear targets. It’s not laziness\, it’s often fear or lack of clarity. \nIn this session\, Mark Elliott will explain why this avoidance happens. He’ll also share a simple tool you can use to spot the bottlenecks holding your business back – and then fix them. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nWhy avoidance is a normal response\, not a personal failing\nHow to use the Customer Factory tool to identify your business’s weakest link\nOne simple action you can take this week to build momentum again
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-how-to-turn-procrastination-into-progress/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250908T160659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T160659Z
UID:10091929-1759312800-1759320000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business strategy
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is practical\, outcome driven\, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth\, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business\, and develop an action plan. \nWe will look at: \n\nYour business today – identifying your strengths and areas for development\nThe key pillars of a business and why balancing all areas is essential for success\nPersonal and business ambitions and using these to guide strategy development\nAnsoff’s Matrix as a tool for identifying core growth strategies\nThe core components of your business delivery\nHow to develop a methodical\, strategic approach to developing your business for future success\n\nAfter the webinar\, you will understand: \n\nHow to undertake a balanced review of where your business is that helps identify areas for development\nAnsoff’s Matrix and how to use it as a core strategic planning tool\nHow to create a strategic plan for growing your business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-business-strategy-18/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T091024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T091024Z
UID:10092087-1759496400-1759498200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Identifying ideal customers and validating potential demand
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, business consultant Paul Cunningham will introduce you to actionable tools and frameworks you can use to identify your ideal customers and validate that there’s demand for what you’re selling. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to model your ideal customer profile for accurate and cost-effective marketing\nValidating potential demand to scale your efforts and investments to match\nSimple tools and frameworks that accelerate and sustain your progress
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-identifying-ideal-customers-and-validating-potential-demand/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251006T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251006T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T091402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T091402Z
UID:10092089-1759752000-1759753800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Building a loved local brand
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Teresa Ferreira\, creative director and founder of Ferrgood Studio\, shares some practical ways to cultivate a positive and beloved brand presence in your immediate local community. \nLearn how to foster customer loyalty\, increase footfall and drive sustainable growth. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to identify the key elements that contribute to a “loved” local brand that stands out on the high street\nA simple framework for connecting with customers through storytelling\, visuals and tone of voice\nBudget-friendly ways to enhance shopfronts and digital channels\nOther resources and tools you can use to build your brand
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-building-a-loved-local-brand/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T084042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T084042Z
UID:10092078-1759831200-1759834800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to scale your business on TikTok Shop
DESCRIPTION:The eCommerce marketplace has expanded from established platforms like Amazon to dynamic discovery commerce ecosystems like TikTok Shop\, where content and commerce seamlessly merge. \nWhile traditional marketplaces remain essential\, TikTok Shop offers businesses a unique way to drive sales through features like shoppable videos\, LIVE shopping\, and partnerships with creators. \nThis free webinar\, led by Nora Zukauskaite\, Integrated Marketing Director at TikTok Shop UK & Europe\, will show you how to harness the potential of TikTok shop. \nIt’s designed for small businesses that sell goods and products and will help you learn how to open a shop and grow revenue through shoppable content on TikTok Shop. It will particularly benefit your business if you sell products across FMCG\, Home and Living\, Electronics\, or Beauty and Fashion. \nDuring the session\, you’ll learn: \n\nPractical steps to set up your TikTok Shop and start selling quickly\nHow to create shoppable videos\, LIVE shopping\, and use the affiliate programme\nTips for optimising your TikTok Shop for maximum visibility\, engagement and sales\n\nWhether you’re new to TikTok Shop or looking to scale your existing presence\, this session will give you the insights and tools to succeed.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-scale-your-business-on-tiktok-shop/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Digital Marketing,Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T091708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T091708Z
UID:10092093-1760011200-1760013000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Building a food business with creativity and confidence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring session in which Dee Omole\, CEO of Dee’s Basement\, explores why your story is just as powerful as your product. \nDiscover how to keep your creative spark alive while navigating the demands of running a business\, and learn how to recognise and grow opportunities that truly let your brand shine. \nWhether you’re building your brand or looking to refresh your vision\, this webinar offers practical insights to fuel both passion and purpose. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nWhy your story matters as much as your product\nHow to keep your creativity alive while running a business\nHow to spot and nurture opportunities that help your brand shine
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-building-a-food-business-with-creativity-and-confidence/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20250923T091842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T091842Z
UID:10092095-1760097600-1760099400@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Why changing the high-street narrative is vital for success
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Laura Harris from HighStreetPositives will explore why changing the narrative about our high streets is vital for business success\, investment and local engagement. \nUsing survey insights and real-life examples\, she’ll show you how to build pride in your place\, share local good news\, collaborate with fellow enterprises and highlight the high street as a community hub – all to strengthen both your business and your town. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nWhy narrative matters – understand how perceptions influence local engagement and your business\, with insights from HSP surveys\nBuilding pride in place – practical steps for small businesses to foster community spirit and collaborate with other local enterprises\nMaking high streets experiential\, convenient and community-focused – actionable ways to attract and retain customers while contributing to a vibrant\, valued local high street
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-why-changing-the-high-street-narrative-is-vital-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251008T160306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T160306Z
UID:10092215-1760443200-1760445000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Leaning into adversities to make your brand stronger
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses don’t survive “shock events” (global pandemics\, heavy flooding\, recessions and so on). So what helps those that do survive them to keep going? \nIn this Lunch and Learn\, Adrian Ashton will share insight into how he’s managed to keep his business afloat in the face of ongoing crises that would’ve forced most other businesses to wind up. And he’ll explain how to apply these lessons to any enterprise. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow not to lose clients when dealing with challenges\nHow to approach recreating your business model\nHow you can use crises to help strengthen your brand
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-leaning-into-adversities-to-make-your-brand-stronger/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T100000
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SUMMARY:A step-by-step guide to building your business plan
DESCRIPTION:New and established businesses will require a business plan for getting a loan\, grant or just to consider the direction they wish to go in. This webinar will teach you what you need to include and how. We will walk you through what should be included within a business plan\, how a business plan is used to improve your prospects for a loan or a grant\, and how you can develop a business plan to meet your needs. \nWe will: \n\nProvide a structure for a business plan\nReview each section of what should be included within the business plan\nExplain when and how to use a business plan\nExplore the connections (and importance) between the words and the numbers\nLook at how to identify and manage cashflow within the business planning process
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/a-step-by-step-guide-to-building-your-business-plan-24/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Business Start-up
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T123000
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CREATED:20251008T161616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T161616Z
UID:10092234-1761739200-1761741000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:How to go global without the headaches
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about international expansion\, or just curious about what it takes? \nWe know this can often feel overwhelming\, but it doesn’t have to be. This session\, led by our expert speaker Mike Wilson\, is designed to help founders and small business owners explore new markets with confidence and without the stress and complexity that often comes with it. \nFrom testing demand to managing cross-border payments and logistics\, Mike will break down the practical steps to understand what’s involved in expanding internationally and how to do it efficiently. \nYou’ll also learn how Airwallex helps SMEs expand faster by simplifying cross-border payments\, helping you set up quickly in new markets and offering better FX rates through multi-currency accounts and local payouts – all in one platform. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to explore new markets with minimal upfront investment\nManaging multiple currencies and payments seamlessly\nKet logistics\, compliance\, and partner considerations\nHow Airwallex simplifies global operations for SMEs
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/how-to-go-global-without-the-headaches/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Exporting,International Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251030T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251030T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251022T101751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T101751Z
UID:10092326-1761832800-1761834600@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the 2025 festive season: Strategies for small businesses
DESCRIPTION:The festive season is a crucial time for small businesses. In this session\, Constant Contact’s Dave Charest will share some of the latest trends\, challenges and actionable strategies from his organisation’s most recent survey\, The Small Business Holiday Outlook 2025. \nYou’ll hear more about the festive season being a make-or-break time for small businesses in that it generates a substantial portion of their yearly revenue. \nWhether you’re hands-on with your marketing or just trying to keep up\, this session is designed to give you the most valuable insights and practical tips to help your business thrive through the busy season. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nWhy the festive season is absolutely vital\nHow social media and discounts drive sales\nThe economic challenges and consumer behaviour that affects business and shopping habits
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/navigating-the-2025-festive-season-strategies-for-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251031T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251022T101927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T101927Z
UID:10092328-1761912000-1761913800@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How to franchise your business
DESCRIPTION:Franchising is one of the fastest ways to scale in the UK–- but only if your business is ready. \nIn this webinar\, business growth consultant Julie Clabby will tell you how to turn your successful business into a franchise model that works. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nWhat franchising really is and how it works\nWhy you need a proven pilot business\, not just an idea\nHow to make sure your numbers stack up for both you and your franchisees\nWhy documenting your systems is crucial to success\nHow to map territories so every franchisee makes the most of their potential
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-how-to-franchise-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251103T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251008T161832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T161832Z
UID:10092237-1762171200-1762173000@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How to save cash and carbon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical session with small business energy expert Jon Perks on how to save your business cash and carbon from the outset. \nThe energy market today is fast-moving and finding the right tariff isn’t just about cutting costs – it’s about gaining a real competitive advantage. \nIn this Lunch and Learn\, Jon will explain how to choose the most suitable energy tariff for your small business. \nYou’ll learn how to interpret your energy consumption (with the help of your smart meter) to make small\, simple changes that add up to big savings on both cash and carbon. \nYou’ll leave with actionable tips on saving time\, reducing your bills and shrinking your carbon footprint – all while keeping your business ahead of the curve through the power of data. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn how smarter energy choices can help your business save cash and carbon\, and grow. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nHow to pick the right tariff for your business: Why having the right tariff and shifting consumption can save the earth – in more ways than one\nYour energy insights: How to use data from your smart meter to quickly identify where you can cut costs and reduce your carbon footprint\, without taking up valuable time\nActionable tips to save cash and carbon: Walk away with practical\, easy-to-implement tips that will help your business save money and time\, and stay competitive in today’s market
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/lunch-and-learn-how-to-save-cash-and-carbon/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Energy,Finance,Green Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251008T134740Z
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UID:10092203-1762426800-1762432200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:Expanding Your Market: Progressing from Direct Sales into Retail or Wholesale
DESCRIPTION:GrowBiz Enterprise Facilitator Daniel Muir will guide you through the key steps\, considerations\, and benefits of expanding your sales channels. Daniel has a background in supply chain management and understands the challenges small businesses face when trying to scale. He’ll share practical insights to help you figure out the best way to grow—whether that’s expanding into wholesale\, retail\, or both. \nDuring the session we’ll explore together: \n\n\nRetail opportunities – how to position your product for retailers\, what motivates them\, and how to handle margin expectations while maintaining profitable growth. \n\n\nWholesale strategies – how working with wholesalers can increase your reach\, reduce logistics challenges\, and simplify operations\, and what you need to have in place to work with wholesalers. \n\n\nPractical considerations – from packaging\, barcoding\, and pallets to stock management and production capacity. \n\n\nBy the end\, you’ll see how scaling through retail or wholesale can help you expand beyond your local geography\, save time and delivery costs\, and drive higher volumes\, sales\, and revenues. \nFinally\, we hope you’ll walk away with the clarity and the confidence to take your next step.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/expanding-your-market-progressing-from-direct-sales-into-retail-or-wholesale/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Marketing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251022T102607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T102607Z
UID:10092336-1762430400-1762432200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:What is cyber resilience and why is it important? | Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:In an era of constant disruption\, cyber threats and regulatory pressure\, resilience is no longer optional – it’s critical. \nIn this webinar\, Jack Marley will introduce topics such as cyber security and its relationship to resilience\, and how businesses can proactively manage risk\, ensure continuity and build trust. \nTopics covered in this session: \n\nUnderstand resilience\, why it’s important and how it differs from security\nReal-world examples of how organisations are using planning\, automation and expertise to go from a reactive to proactive cyber posture\nHow to get started quickly with a scalable\, cost-effective resilience framework tailored to your business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/what-is-cyber-resilience-and-why-is-it-important-lunch-and-learn/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T233958
CREATED:20251008T105509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T105509Z
UID:10092160-1762434000-1762441200@investinangus.com
SUMMARY:An introduction to business strategy
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is practical\, outcome driven\, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth\, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business\, and develop an action plan. \nWe will look at: \n\nYour business today – identifying your strengths and areas for development\nThe key pillars of a business and why balancing all areas is essential for success\nPersonal and business ambitions and using these to guide strategy development\nAnsoff’s Matrix as a tool for identifying core growth strategies\nThe core components of your business delivery\nHow to develop a methodical\, strategic approach to developing your business for future success\n\nAfter the webinar\, you will understand: \n\nHow to undertake a balanced review of where your business is that helps identify areas for development\nAnsoff’s Matrix and how to use it as a core strategic planning tool\nHow to create a strategic plan for growing your business
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/an-introduction-to-business-strategy-19/
CATEGORIES:Business Planning
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