Bromley Business Hub

1230 The Women’s Company Bromley
2024-12-18 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-01-15 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-02-19 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-03-19 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-04-16 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-05-21 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-06-18 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-07-16 12:30 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Kekik Kitchen, 226 High Street, Bromley, BR2 1PQ, 126 Merlin Grove, Beckenham and London and UK, KENT, BR2 1PQ, United Kingdom
1230 The Women’s Company is for BusinessWomen who are smart, sassy and want to grow their business in a structured yet informal, successful environment.1230 TWC is an effective, dynamic network of monthly lunch-time meetings and events where like-minded business women meet to inspire, share experiences, strengthen and grow their businesses through building trusted business relationships..
If you would like to network and market your business with other like-minded supportive businesswomen…
Learn new networking skills and make connections to help your business grow…
Discover the secrets of business success from other entrepreneurs…
Discover the support readily given at 1230 TWC meetings.
Learn from workshops, guest speakers and other attendees.
When you join 1230 TWC, you will become a member of the whole network with far-reaching networking opportunities.
Have your 1-minute talk prepared (please ask if you’d like a copy of the 1230 TWC 1 minute talk guideline). You will receive a free copy at all meetings. 1230 TWC Meetings are friendly and informal and with a productive structure, where you will be able to promote your business while enjoying good company and a delicious meal.If you need more business, more contacts, support, a warm welcome, advice, expertise and to connect with other focused, savvy business women – you’re in the right place!
We look forward to welcoming you there
after all, you need to eat too!

1230 The Women's Company Orpington
2025-01-02 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-03 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-01 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-05 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-03 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-07 12:00 - 14:00 | la Scala, 132 High Street, Orpington, BR6 0JS, 132 High Street, Orpington, BR6 0JS, Bromley, BR6 0JS, United Kingdom
1230 The Women’s Company is for BusinessWomen who are smart, sassy and want to grow their business in a structured yet informal, successful environment.1230 TWC is an effective, dynamic network of meetings and events where like-minded business women meet to inspire, share experiences, strengthen and grow their businesses through building trusted business relationships.
If you would like to network and market your business with other like-minded supportive businesswomen…
Learn new networking skills and make connections to help your business grow…
Discover the secrets of business success from other entrepreneurs…
Discover the support readily given at 1230 TWC meetings.
Learn from workshops, guest speakers and other attendees.
When you join 1230 TWC, you will become a member of the whole network with far-reaching networking opportunities.
Have your 1-minute talk prepared (please ask if you’d like a copy of the 1230 TWC 1 minute talk guideline). You will receive a free copy at all meetings. 1230 TWC Meetings are friendly and informal and with a productive structure, where you will be able to promote your business while enjoying good company and a delicious meal.If you need more business, more contacts, support, a warm welcome, advice, expertise and to connect with other focused, savvy business women – you’re in the right place!
We look forward to welcoming you there
after all, you need to eat too!

Set Your Health Goals for 2025
2025-01-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Kickstart your journey to a healthier you in 2025 with our comprehensive workshop, “Set Your Health Goals For 2025.” This event is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to enhance your well-being across various aspects of your life.
Join us for an engaging and informative session where our expert speakers will cover key topics including:

Energy Levels
Stress Management
Inconsistent Schedule
Mindful Eating
Managing Hunger
Food Groups
Relationship with Food
Myth-Busting

This event is perfect for anyone looking to set realistic and achievable health goals for the new year. Whether you’re aiming to improve your diet, manage stress better, or simply want to feel more energetic, our workshop has something for everyone.
We are thrilled to have two esteemed speakers joining us, Sushma Raval and Scott Eccles. Sushma Raval.
Vegan Culinary expert Sushma Raval runs a heart based family business in Bromley and specialises in nutritious vegan delights and cook-a-long experiences focusing on health benefits & mindful eating . Kindness , love , respect & compassion are tue corner bricks of Naani Maas Kitchen. Sushma & family create magic by adding modern healthy twists to traditional recipes. Her famous lovingly prepared Artisan Spices, cashews , sweets & spice blends are a real pride and joy. Her Indian heritage and spirituality are central to life, guiding her to create gourmet spiced cuisines for the mind, body, and soul. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Naanimaas_Kitchen
Scott Eccles, owner of Next Step Fitness, is a Physical Health Coach. He helps business owners take care of their most valuable asset, which isn’t their business, it’s themselves.
Business ownership is stressful and all-consuming, it’s easy to overlook your own health.
Scott helsp people implement small sustainable diet and lifestyle changes to enable them to lose weight, reduce stress and learn to prioritise themselves and their health.
Don’t miss this opportunity to start the year with a clear and actionable plan for your health. Register now and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you in 2025!
We look forward to seeing you there!

Intentional Goal Setting
2025-01-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us for an Intentional Goal Setting Workshop led by Caron Pollard and Clare Flaxen from Empowered Minds Partners, designed to help you ignite your potential for 2025. This engaging workshop will take place on January 21, 2025, at the Bromley Central Library.
About the Workshop
Kickstart your year with a fresh perspective on goal setting! This workshop challenges the traditional New Year resolutions that often fade away. Instead, you’ll learn to set intentional goals that are actionable and aligned with your business aspirations.
What You Will Learn:

How to assess and create intentional goals using practical tools and strategies.
Techniques for transforming aspirations into actionable steps.
Networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs.

Workshop Highlights
Goal Setting: Your Intentional Business

Understanding the fate of resolutions
Reverse engineering & Reverse Narrative for your SMART stretch goals
Strategies to grow your goals

Operating from Reality to Vision

Deep dive into business and mindset alignment
Resetting your vision from circumstances to aspirations
Leveraging strengths to overcome challenges

Becoming a Disruptor

Reframing intentions for maximum impact
Building consistent micro habits for compounding results

Accountability, Action, and Achievement
Meet the Speakers
Caron Pollard is a seasoned Business Strategist who specialises in scalable business strategies and digital marketing. Clare Flaxen is an Ivy League-trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 25 years of experience in mental health. Together, they empower leaders and entrepreneurs to achieve their professional and personal goals through a unique blend of business acumen and mindset strategies.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is suitable for all stages of entrepreneurship. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your existing goals, this interactive session will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies.
Registration Information
This event is hosted by Start Up Bromley, which offers essential support for aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses. If you’re not yet a member, please register with Start Up Bromley before attending.
Don’t miss this opportunity to set yourself up for success in 2025! Follow us on Eventbrite to stay updated on this and future events.

Scaling Up for Success in 2025
2025-01-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Kickstart Your Growth: Scaling Up for Success in 2025!
Are you a Bromley-based business ready to take the leap and scale up in the New Year? Join Start Up Bromley for this dynamic event packed with expert advice, insightful speakers and valuable networking opportunities.
This one-day session includes:
Inspiring talks from local business leaders, including:

Deb Sen – Scale Up Success
Johnny Paterson – Dr Paw Paw
Adam Womersley – Potina
Joanne Bell – Bells Accountants
Luke Richards – Prospera Coaching
Lee Lam – Your Start Up Partner

A networking panel to connect you with industry experts such as:

Sybil Mayard – Sybiltec – websites
Louis Riat-Bonnello – Savvy Digital – Google Ads
Kate Hammond – Sunbeam Marketing – CRM and email marketing
Sandra Withers – Success in Life – energy and balance
Lauretta Wright – Life in Magazines – productivity

Plus, you’ll gain practical advice and learn actionable strategies to help you scale your business effectively.
A light lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is for YOU!
Learn how to overcome growth challenges, set ambitious goals, and unlock the full potential of your business.
Don’t miss this chance to network with like-minded individuals and gain the tools and inspiration to take your business to the next level!
Tickets are selling fast, so grab your ticket today!
About your facilitators
Content writer and marketing specialist Jane Rogers, AKA The Word Wizard, and social media consultant Helen Manchip of The Social Surgery have teamed up to bring you a series of action-packed events to help you boost your business.
Between them, Jane and Helen have over 40 years’ experience in marketing and events, having worked with businesses large and small from across the globe.
Working collectively under their Bromley Business Boost umbrella, they want to inspire small business owners like you to give them the tools and knowledge to grow for success.

Day 1: Kickstart Your Business - Business Research & Information (BROMLEY)
2025-02-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Delivered by the Reference Team at the British Library.
Intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with a business idea. This all-day workshop will help you understand the multiple areas of intellectual property and their relevance to your business, as well as provide you with practical tips on how to utilise the BIPC’s resources to protect, research, and develop your business idea. By the end of the session you will understand and identify the importance of intellectual property in your own business and know the next steps to protect it.

‘Business Research and Information’ (AM) will cover:
• The fundamentals of using the BIPC’s and your library’s resources to develop a strategic roadmap for your business
• Introduction to databases, industry guides, external resources lists, internet and library resources
• Value Proposition: trend, values, sustainability, wider issues
• Customer Segmentation: market research and customer discovery and understanding
• Partnership: company data and competitors
• Key Resources: research my IP and funding streams
• Help you make informed business decisions, plan and offer value to your customer

‘How to Protect my Business Idea’ (PM) will cover:
• Introduce the four areas of intellectual property (IP) – patents, trademarks, registered designs and copyright
• Help you understand which areas may apply to you and your business
• Examples of everyday IP in our lives
• A deeper dive into IP: time limits, registered or unregistered and other practical examples

About your facilitators
Gail Mitchell is a Business & IP Specialist at the Business & IP Centre (BIPC) at the British Library. Gail has worked for the BIPC for many years, helping customers with their research and reference, as well as delivering workshops, one-to-one advice clinics and project work to businesses related to the services and resources held in the Business & IP Centre.
Julie Boadilla is a Business & IP Specialist at the Business & IP Centre (BIPC) at the British Library. Julie has worked for the BIPC for many years, helping customers with their research and reference, as well as delivering workshops, one-to-one advice clinics and project work to businesses related to the services and resources held in the Business & IP Centre.

When signing up to Kickstart Your Business, please fill out this registration form as well as registering on Eventbrite. As this project is funded by J.P. Morgan, this is important for our funding purposes. If you have previously completed this form, you do not need to fill this out again.

This is the first part of a two-day offering. To make the most of the free business support offered by the Kickstart Your Business programme, please also book to attend the Day 2 webinar – ‘Get Started’ – alongside this workshop.

Please contact bipcldn@bl.uk if you have any queries.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in this event, please contact bipcldn@bl.uk so we can discuss this with you.

These are fully funded programmes. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. Please refer to our Bookings and Cancellations policy below.

Day 2: Kickstart Your Business - Get Started (Bromley)
2025-02-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Delivered by Hustle+Heels, a business community and consultancy that comprises over 20,000 start-ups and business owners across London.
Learn how to set up your business and avoid common start-up pitfalls in this interactive and practical all-day workshop. The topics discussed will include marketing, sales and finance, providing you with a start-up survival kit. By the end of the session, you will have the skills, knowledge and confidence to complete a one-page business plan.

The workshop will cover:
• How to register a business
• The basics of financing a start-up and understanding cash flow
• Legal and tax obligations
• Work Life Balance
• How to test if your business idea is viable
• Knowing your customer and your competitors
• Legal structures and how to choose one
• Financing and revenue models
• Policies and procedures
• Compliance obligations
• Legal and tax obligations
• Business licenses, permits and insurance

About your facilitators
Marta Zukowska is an experienced facilitator with over 20 years’ experience in delivering leadership development courses for start-up, trade-up and scale-up businesses. She delivers 1-2-1 business support across Haringey and Barnet, and facilitates the delivery of a range of other business support programmes across London.
Dwain Reid is a business consultant with over 15 years’ experience delivering workshops, mentoring and coaching people from across the UK. His mentees have appeared on Dragons Den and he has supported others to secure investment. Dwain is also a business owner, which enables him to share his experiences of achievements and pitfalls to inspire others.

Rushane Minkas is a qualified transformational coach who is passionate about sharing her 15+ years sales expertise and teaching experience to empower entrepreneurs as she loves to hear their business story and then create strategies, inline with their company goals and ethics. Rushane likes to challenge people’s mindset limits to help them achieve their ultimate sales performance goals. Being a Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner and coach, Rushane combines NLP, mindset, and sales techniques to take people beyond their sales potential.

When signing up to Kickstart Your Business, please fill out this registration form as well as registering on Eventbrite. As this project is funded by J.P. Morgan, this is important for our funding purposes. If you have previously completed this form, you do not need to fill this out again.
Please contact bipcldn@bl.uk if you have any queries.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in this event, please contact bipcldn@bl.uk so we can discuss this with you.
These are fully funded programmes. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. Please refer to our Bookings and Cancellations policy below.

Networking Event at London South East Colleges (LSEC) In partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and Start Up Bromley
2025-02-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom

Procurement event - Doing business with The London Borough of Bromley
2025-03-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Bromley Old Town Hall 30 Tweedy Road Bromley BR1 3FE, Bromley Old Town Hall 30 Tweedy Road Bromley BR1 3FE
Procurement Event: Getting Fit to Tender with the London Borough of Bromley
Start Up Bromley, in collaboration with Newable, is delighted to host a comprehensive Procurement event in partnership with the London Borough of Bromley.
During this event, we will be joined by Laurence Downes, Assistant Director of Governance and Contracts at the London Borough of Bromley, who will provide a detailed overview of the Council’s procurement process, outlining key steps and expectations for potential suppliers. We are also hopeful that a Commissioner will be present to share valuable insights into the contractor selection process.
As part of the session, Newable, a key partner with Bromley Council, will highlight how they can assist businesses in identifying relevant tenders, with a specific focus on opportunities within the Domiciliary Care sector.
Additionally, Adwoa Owusu-Banahene, Founder and Director of TOBS Consultancy, will present strategies on how businesses can leverage procurement and contract management to fuel growth, profitability, and investment.
The session will be chaired by Deb Sen, a recognised authority in the field of procurement.
If your goal is to engage with the London Borough of Bromley and navigate the procurement landscape successfully, this event is an essential opportunity for you!

In Conversation with Dave Fishwick - 'Bank of Dave'
2025-03-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom

Get Digital! An event to help your Business get found online
2025-03-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Get ready for an electrifying experience at The Digital Day Bromley – the first of its kind in the heart of Bromley!
Mark your calendars for Friday, 28th March, as we’re bringing together the most innovative minds in digital marketing that will spark creativity, break down barriers, and leave you inspired to transform your business. This event will be action-packed, with a focus on the latest trends, practical insights, and real-world applications.
Here’s what you can expect:
Instagram for Business
Unlock the secrets of growing your brand on one of the world’s most dynamic platforms. Learn how to craft compelling visuals, boost engagement, and drive results for your business.
Facebook for Business
Master the art of reaching and converting your audience on Facebook. From Ads to organic content strategies, discover how businesses are leveraging Facebook to scale up their marketing efforts.
TikTok for Business
Want to reach a younger audience in an authentic way? We’ll dive into how TikTok is revolutionising content marketing and why your brand needs to be part of the conversation.
Podcasting
Get your brand heard! Find out how businesses are using podcasts to build a loyal audience, create valuable content, and tap into new growth opportunities.
AI and Automation
Explore how artificial intelligence and automation can streamline your processes, enhance customer experience, and drive efficiency in your marketing campaigns.
What is AI?

Key Uses of AI for Startups:
How AI Can Help Your Business:
Getting Started with AI
The Future of AI in Business:

Google My Business
Maximise your local presence with Google My Business. Learn tips and tricks to optimize your profile and appear at the top of local searches to drive more foot traffic and online interactions.
This is a high-energy, four-hour event where we’ll explore the cutting-edge tools and strategies that brands are using to rise above the noise and connect meaningfully with their audience. We’ll myth-bust the common misconceptions, get to the heart of digital marketing, and arm you with practical takeaways you can apply right away.
What we’ll dive into:

How digital tools are revolutionising customer connections and loyalty
Winning the talent game in a hybrid world
Navigating data intricacies in a post-cookie world
Building trust in a digital age where authenticity is everything

This is your chance to immerse yourself in creative collaboration, gain insights from industry leaders, and equip yourself with the knowledge you need to lead your business into the future. Whether you’re a small business owner or part of a larger agency, this is the ultimate opportunity to connect, collaborate, and innovate.
So grab your notebook, bring your team, and prepare for a digital marketing revolution at The Digital Day Bromley.
Let’s show the world why great marketing is the key to unlocking your business success.
Don’t miss out – view the full programme now and get ready for a day that will change the way you think about digital marketing!
About the facilitators:
Helen Manchip
Helen is the founder of The Social Surgery. She is a qualified social media consultant, & helps businesses deliver their social media through pain free social media coaching, in her friendly and savvy approach.
Helen works passionately with small businesses and start-ups, but also loves to help established businesses too with their socials. There is nothing more that she loves but to see the businesses grow and succeed on the platforms they choose.
Rushane Minkah
Rushane is an accredited business strategist and sales expert who works with small business owners and solo entrepreneurs to grow their businesses. As the founder of The More Sales Corner, she specialises in authentic sales strategies, helping business owners attract their ideal customers without feeling pushy or overwhelmed, even if they hate sales.At The Digital Day Bromley, Rushane will be delivering an unmissable session on:“Get Found, Get Seen, Get More Sales” – The Visibility Formula for Small Businesses.

Introduction to COBRA - Complete Business Reference Adviser
2025-04-08 10:00 - 11:15 | KENT
About COBRA:
COBRA contains all the information you need to turn your idea into a business. It provides more than 4,000 factsheets, market reports, contacts, and sources of funding and support, plus hundreds of practical guides to starting up more than 350 types of business.
In this Teams Webinar, Start Up Bromley will go through the basics of the online business resource called COBRA (Complete Business Reference Advisor) and highlight how essential a resource it is for aspiring entrepreneurs, start ups, new and small businesses.
We will take you though some of the key sections in detail

Business Opportunity Profiles

Industry Snapshots

Businesses Information Factsheets

Sector Updates

Sources of Business Information

to ensure everyone feels confident is using the resource to help with their business growth. There will also be plenty of time to ask questions and learn some short cuts with finding and processing information.
This event is delivered by Start up Bromley which is a business support services designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs, start ups and established businesses to build their entrepreneurial skills and confidence, as well as giving them access to business information and resources.
We offer our members a variety of expert led workshops, 1-2-1’s with a business manager , access to business resources, opportunities to trade and test business ideas, co-working and office space, networking events and much more.
Members of Start Up Greenwich and Start Up Wandsworth are also welcome to attend the event.
You will need a valid library card to access COBRA. Please check with your local library first whether they have access to COBRA
Bromley, Greenwich & Wandsworth Libraries all give access to COBRA.
Bromley Libraries COBRA can be accessed HERE: https://bromley.cobwebinfo.com/

Registering your Business with HMRC as a Sole Trader/ small Business
2025-04-10 10:00 - 2025-04-12 12:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley (BIPC Bromley) is pleased to collaborate with His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to bring you a workshop which will demonstrate the key steps to take when registering as a Sole Trader for self-employment or when registering your small business.
During this session, we will cover your obligations to HMRC:

What to do if you are thinking of Self-employment to be your own boss.
We will explore how to register yourself and your new small business.
The self-assessment requirements you need to be aware of, such as the tax system, tax payments, how to pay and when (key dates for 2024/2025).

After the general overview, we will have a Q&A session for participants on registering for self-employment or registering their small businesses.

From Transaction to connection
2025-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | KENT
Driving sales through unforgettable Retail experiences with SUB member Sam Bowden

Day 1: Kickstart Your Business - Business Research & Information
2025-05-06 10:00 - 15:00 | KENT
If you have never attended a Kickstart Your Business workshop before, please fill out the registration form in advance of the session. This form is crucial for our funding purposes (more detail below).

Delivered by the Reference Team at the British Library.
Intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with a business idea. This all-day workshop will help you understand the multiple areas of intellectual property and their relevance to your business, as well as provide you with practical tips on how to utilise the BIPC’s resources to protect, research and develop your business idea. By the end of the session you will understand and identify the importance of intellectual property in your own business and know the next steps to protect it.

‘Business Research and Information’ (AM) will cover:
• The fundamentals of using the BIPC’s and your library’s resources to develop a strategic roadmap for your business
• Introduction to databases, industry guides, external resources list, internet and library resources
• Value Proposition: trend, values, sustainability, wider issues
• Customer Segmentation: market research and customer discovery and understanding
• Partnership: company data and competitors
• Key Resources: research my IP and funding streams
• Help you make informed business decisions, plan and offer value to your customer

‘How to Protect my Business Idea’ (PM) will cover:
• Introduce the four areas of intellectual property (IP) – patents, trademarks, registered designs and copyright
• Help you understand which areas may apply to you and your business
• Examples of everyday IP in our lives
• A deeper dive into IP: time limits, registered or unregistered and other practical examples

About your facilitators
Gail Mitchell is a Business & IP Specialist at the Business & IP Centre (BIPC) at the British Library. Gail has worked for the BIPC for many years, helping customers with their research and reference, as well as delivering workshops, one-to-one advice clinics and project work to businesses related to the services and resources held in the Business & IP Centre.
xxx is a Business & IP Specialist at the Business & IP Centre (BIPC) at the British Library. Julie has worked for the BIPC for many years, helping customers with their research and reference, as well as delivering workshops, one-to-one advice clinics and project work to businesses related to the services and resources held in the Business & IP Centre.

When signing up to Kickstart Your Business, please fill out this registration form as well as registering on Eventbrite. As this project is funded by J.P. Morgan, this is important for our funding purposes. If you have previously completed this form, you do not need to fill this out again.

This is the first part of a two-day offering. To make the most of the free business support offered by the Kickstart Your Business programme, please also book to attend the Day 2 webinar – ‘Get Started’ – alongside this workshop.

Please contact bipcldn@bl.uk if you have any queries.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in this event, please contact bipcldn@bl.uk so we can discuss this with you.

These are fully funded programmes. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. Please refer to our Bookings and Cancellations policy below.

Day 2: Kickstart Your Business - Get Started
2025-05-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
If you have never attended a Kickstart Your Business workshop before, please fill out the registration form in advance of the session. This form is crucial for our funding purposes (more detail below).

Delivered by Hustle+Heels, a business community and consultancy that comprises over 20,000 start-ups and business owners across London.

Learn how to set up your business and avoid common start-up pitfalls in this interactive and practical all-day workshop. The topics discussed will include marketing, sales and finance, providing you with a start-up survival kit. By the end of the session, you will have the skills, knowledge and confidence to complete a one-page business plan.

The workshop will cover:
• How to register a business
• The basics of financing a start-up and understanding cash flow
• Legal and tax obligations
• Work Life Balance
• How to test if your business idea is viable
• Knowing your customer and your competitors
• Legal structures and how to choose one
• Financing and revenue models
• Policies and procedures
• Compliance obligations
• Legal and tax obligations
• Business licenses, permits and insurance

About your facilitators
Marta Zukowska is an experienced facilitator with over 20 years’ experience in delivering leadership development courses for start-up, trade-up and scale-up businesses. She delivers 1-2-1 business support across Haringey and Barnet, and facilitates the delivery of a range of other business support programmes across London.
Dwain Reid is a business consultant with over 15 years’ experience delivering workshops, mentoring and coaching people from across the UK. His mentees have appeared on Dragons Den and he has supported others to secure investment. Dwain is also a business owner, which enables him to share his experiences of achievements and pitfalls to inspire others.

Rushane Minkas is a qualified transformational coach who is passionate about sharing her 15+ years sales expertise and teaching experience to empower entrepreneurs as she loves to hear their business story and then create strategies, inline with their company goals and ethics. Rushane likes to challenge people’s mindset limits to help them achieve their ultimate sales performance goals. Being a Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner and coach, Rushane combines NLP, mindset, and sales techniques to take people beyond their sales potential.

When signing up to Kickstart Your Business, please fill out this registration form as well as registering on Eventbrite. As this project is funded by J.P. Morgan, this is important for our funding purposes. If you have previously completed this form, you do not need to fill this out again.

Please contact bipcldn@bl.uk if you have any queries.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in this event, please contact bipcldn@bl.uk so we can discuss this with you.

These are fully funded programmes. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. Please refer to our Bookings and Cancellations policy below.
