MONDAY 18 November 2019
MISSION POSSIBLE: BUSINESS FINANCE 1-1
Armagh Business Centre,
Banbridge Enterprise Centre,
Brownlow Ltd, Bluestone Business Park,
i² CIDO Innovation Centre, Portadown
Mayfair Business Centre, Portadown
10.00am – 4.00pm
Thinking of starting a new business? Worried about keeping the appropriate paperwork? What records and systems should you put in place to cut your accountants bills? What financial considerations do you need think about before taking on additional or new employees? Have you a VAT or TAX related question? Worried about HMRC’s new ‘digital’ requirements? Need help to start planning a business investment or expansion?
We are offering free appointments with experienced accountants. This service will be provided by staff of five leading Accountancy Practises in the Borough in each of the Enterprise Centres.
To book your place click on the venue you wish to attend
Armagh Business Centre
Banbridge Enterprise Centre
Brownlow Ltd
i² CIDO Innovation Centre, Portadown
Mayfair Business Centre, Portadown
Monday 18 November 2019
BRAND YOUR BUSINESS
i² CIDO Innovation Centre, Portadown
11.00am – 1.00pm
This branding workshop will touch on the basics of branding your business, touching on brand values, tone of voice and will involve a number of practical sessions for the delegates.
Delivered by Marketing Professional, Geoff Wilson, attendees will be able to glean a wealth of knowledge on the topic of branding at the very top level as Geoff runs his own marketing and communications consultancy business, with a focus primarily on sport. Previously Head of Marketing and Communications at the (Irish FA) he was responsible for public relations, commercial programmes, brand development and communication to fans. Geoff works with sporting organisations such as FIFA, UEFA, AFC, FIBA and other global sports organisations in a wide range of areas from strategic planning, marketing and communications, digital, fans engagement, public affairs and knowledge sharing/exchange programmes. In addition, Geoff consults with a number of sports tech companies in the CRM, e-Sports, wearable and fans engagement space.
Monday 18 November 2019
LUNCH WITH BARONESS MAY BLOOD MBE
Mayfair Business Centre, Craigavon
1.00pm – 3.00pm
Baroness May Blood MBE is a former member of the House of Lords. She sat on the Labour benches. Baroness Blood was born and raised in Belfast and worked in a linen mill from 1952-1990 where she soon became an active member of the trade union and a shop steward.
Baroness Blood will speak about her involvement with the Social Economy Sector and Argyle Business Centre.
Tuesday 19 November 2019
YENI – ENTREPRENEURIAL MASTERCLASS
Craigavon Civic and Conference Centre
10.30am – 1.30pm
The Entrepreneurship Masterclass introduces young people to specific growth sectors of the economy. It allows the exploration of entrepreneurship and assists in developing creative business ideas to tackle real gaps in the market.
This event is coordinated and delivered by Young Enterprise NI. Schools from across the district will attend the event and present the ideas they have developed during the Masterclass.
Tuesday 19 November 2019
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE NETWORKING AND PITCHING EVENT
Heracles Foundation 43 Thomas Street, Armagh, BT61 7QB
1.00pm – 3.00pm
The social enterprise (SE) sector is a growing and dynamic part of the local economy. This event will highlight the work of some of the successful social enterprise start-ups from the borough and the support available to social enterprises. It will also provide an opportunity for start-up SEs to pitch for a cash prize decided by the audience.
Wednesday 20 November 2019
ATTRACTING, RETAINING AND DEVELOPING TALENT TO SUPPORT BUSINESS GROWTH IN THE BOROUGH.
Shelbourne Motors, Portadown
7.30am – 9.30am
This event will showcase how businesses in the borough approach the issue of attracting and retaining qualified and committed staff and how they invest in staff through ongoing training and development programmes. Come along to hear how your business can be supported in talent acquisition and staff upskilling to ensure your business is ready to compete on the global stage. Discussion will be facilitated by Wendy Austin.
A light breakfast will be served.
Delivered by Business Partnership Alliance and Southern Regional College
Wednesday 20 November 2019
INSPIRING WOMEN
The Chamber, Palace Demesne, Armagh
3.00pm – 5.00pm
This event will feature several inspirational Business Women showcasing their journey on how they started and grew a successful Business. Hear first-hand how these entrepreneurial women run a successful business while maintaining a work/life balance in today’s busy world. The event will be an opportunity to tap into the collective wisdom of these women who have enjoyed and endured the ups and downs of being a female entrepreneur.
The afternoon will finish with refreshments alongside a key networking opportunity.
Wednesday 20 November 2019
NETWORK AND GROW
Banbridge Enterprise Centre
6.30pm – 8.30pm
An opportunity to network with other businesses from the Borough and beyond.
- Buffet supper on arrival: 6:30 – 7:00pm
- Guest speaker (to be confirmed): 7:00 – 7:30pm
- Speed networking: 7:30 – 8:25pm
- Thanks and closing remarks – 8:25 – 8:30pm
Delivered by ABC Business Network
Thursday 21 November 2019
AN ENTREPRENEURS JOURNEY – DR LEAH TOTTON
The Old Town Hall, Banbridge
8.00am – 10.00am
Hear from the first female winner of The Apprentice since the show’s format change, Leah Totton’s career has gone from strength to strength since she was awarded a £250,000 investment by Lord Sugar on the BBC reality show. Listen to the journey of one of the countries most accomplished entrepreneurs who has fought back against the stereotype and achieved a successful cosmetic business that is continuing to thrive!
Thursday 21 November 2019
THE FUTURE OF FOOD
Hayloft, Palace Demesne, Armagh
11.30am – 2.00pm
The ‘Future of Food’ is dependent on encouraging artisan producers to grow their business by learning from others who have successfully grown their businesses. This event is open to potential start-ups and also existing businesses. Build your own network while hearing about trends within food production.
Lunch will be served.
Thursday 21 November 2019
GO FOR IT – DROP IN EVENING
Armagh Business Centre,
Banbridge Enterprise Centre,
i² CIDO Innovation Centre, Portadown
5.30pm – 7.00pm.
Open evening for the Go for It Programme where we will have Business Advisors available. Anyone seeking to start a business can call and get information and advice on the best way forward.
To book your place click on the venue you wish to attend
Armagh Business Centre
Banbridge Enterprise Centre
i² CIDO Innovation Centre, Portadown
Friday 22 November 2019
START A BUSINESS IN A DAY
Palace Demesne, Armagh
10.30am – 12.30pm
We will endeavour to launch 10 new Businesses that have been started through the NI Start a Business Programme. On the day businesses will be able to avail of a range of professional advice and finalise business plans and projections with their allocated business advisor. Funders will also be available, to consult with those starting their business.
This is an invitation only event.