Here is a snapshot of the business news for Essex from your Development Manager, Ann Scott.
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Unlocking Business Grants in Essex
Join ‘Backing Essex Business’ at this free online webinar, where they will be sharing the different grants available, help you to understand the process of applying for grants, finding the best ones for your business and other finance options available.
This webinar on Friday, 22 March from 10:00am to 12:30pm is for businesses based in Essex (excluding Southend and Thurrock).
Book HERE.
Epping Forest District Council ‘Meet the Construction Buyer’ event
At this event you will be able to:
- Talk to developers and contractors to find out more about construction-related supply chain opportunities, the range of products, and skills/services sought
- Find out how to go about successfully tendering for work.
- Discuss with training and skills providers about how they can support any up-skilling needs and the advantages of offering apprenticeships
Register for this free event HERE on Thursday 14th March from 4pm to 8pm.
Grants available from ARU Arise Innovation Hubs
Grants of up to £5,000, aimed at encouraging new products or services in the HealthTech and MedTech sectors, are now available.
If you are working on new and innovative projects, and are a local entrepreneur within a start-up, social enterprise, or not-for-profit organisation, then you could be eligible for funding.
Applications start with expressing your interest and a one-to-one chat. You will then be guided through the submission process with a funding decision made quickly on a rolling basis.
Take the first step by registering your interest HERE.
Apprenticeship networking event
If you have any interest or involvement in apprenticeships, then this networking event could be for you.
Run by the East of England Apprenticeships Ambassador Network, and hosted by FSB members Stort Valley Gifting, this event takes place on Tuesday 19th March from 5.30pm to 7.00pm.
Refreshments are provided.
To book a free place, email: Karen Kelly on [email protected]
Free Health Checks
The NHS Health Check has been specifically designed to identify health risks, such as: heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of dementia.
This 20 to 30 minute session will measure your weight, height and blood pressure. You will also be asked questions about your family’s medical history and your own medical history/lifestyle.
After your health check, you will be given advice on the best action to take to lower any risks and create a healthier lifestyle. This could include anything from diet to exercise or even certain medicines to control blood pressure.
If you are between 40 and 70, then email [email protected] or call 0300 303 9988 to set up a free health check. Alternatively, if you run a business, speak to one of the team about holding NHS Health Checks for staff in your place of work.
Chelmsford BID Awards
‘Chelmsford For You’, the city’s Business Improvement District, are currently accepting nominations for their Business Awards.
If you have a physical shop/office premises within the BID area of Chelmsford City Centre, then you can nominate yourself or someone else for one of 10 categories.
Find out more HERE.
International Women’s Day networking event
Join FSB members, First Intuition Chelmsford and Southend, on Friday 8 March 2023 between 2.00pm to 4.00 pm at Anglia Ruskin University.
If you’re an accountancy/finance professional, then this afternoon of presentations and networking in central Chelmsford with light refreshments could be just for you.
Book HERE to attend for free.
Funded Skills Training - South East Employer Questionnaire
Reed Environment are looking to partner with South East employers to build a business case for specific in-demand training courses that will be 90% funded to support in-work upskilling.
To ensure your business benefits from available funding, please completing the following short survey.
Results from this survey will help Reed shape a suite of funded courses that are appealing and meet your needs as a key local stakeholder.
Take the survey HERE.
‘Support your staff’ workshop
This free-to-attend ‘Supporting Your Staff’ event is designed for SMEs, either already employing staff or new to recruitment.
You will learn more about current schemes available to assist with employee support, as well as more general topics including current legislation and advice from a Human Resources perspective.
Register for this free event HERE on Thursday 14 March from 10am to 12.30pm.
Ambitious Women in Essex - Event with Ford Motor Company
Join Ambitious Women in Essex and Basildon Council as they host a networking event on Wednesday March 6 from 10am to 2pm at Ford Motor Company.
The day will include:
- A panel discussion lead by Cllr Louise McKinlay and Ford Motor Company senior female leaders with the opportunity for some Q & A.
- Networking with members of Ford Motor Company and the Ambitious Women in Essex community.
- Free refreshments, including lunch.
- Essex business support providers who will be on hand to answer any questions you have.
Reserve your free spot HERE.