Bromley Business Hub

1230 The Women's Company Orpington
2023-02-02 12:00 - 14:00, 2023-01-05 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-12-01 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-11-03 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-10-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-09-01 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-08-04 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-07-07 12:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) and 4 more dates | 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!

1230 The Women’s Company Bromley
2023-01-18 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-12-21 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-11-16 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-10-19 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-09-21 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-08-17 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-07-20 12:30 - 14:00, 2022-06-15 12:30 - 14:00 and 3 more dates | 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!

Business Week (Day 5) Meet the Buyer: How to get your product in stores
2022-03-18 10:30 - 12:30 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley hosts a buyer for a Mayfair style consultancy, who will cover how to get your product stocked by a retailer.

About this event

The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and the Business Pitch Competition Final. Ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place in the Workshop Room at Bromley Central Library.
The final day of workshops will be on getting your products stocked by a retailer.
About the workshop:
This work shop would benefit anyone who would like to have a product stocked with a retailer.
The elements of the workshop will include:

Market research
How to approach retailers with confidence
How to stand out and building relationships
The steps to take to getting your product placed
An interactive role play.

About the Host:
Juliana of Juliana Personal Styling Ltd
An established fashion curator, buyer and style consultant who holds a BA in fashion Technology, with have over 20 years’ experience in the fashion industry. With experience as a buyer of exclusive luxury collections as well as a consultant with various fashion houses and independent designers.

If you wish to attend the event and are not already a member, you will need to register with Start Up Bromley first.
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.

Business Week: Business Pitch Competition Final
2022-03-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley hosts the Business Pitch Competition Finals

About this event

The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place on the fourth floor of Bromley Central Library.
About the Business Pitch Finals
The event will begin with the showing of the Start Up Bromley Film (filmed and edited by Patrick Bowyer) which highlights the activities of Start Up Bromley since its launch in early 2021.
We are excited to announce Sasha Qadri will emcee the Business Pitch finals. The finals will consist of six Start Up Bromley members, who will deliver a live business pitch to three esteemed judges. The winner of the competition will win £2,000, 2nd place £1,000 and third place £500 to invest in their respective businesses.
Sasha Qadri
Sasha Qadri is an experienced TV news presenter with a track record which includes Sky News and Reuters. For many years she has been a popular corporate events moderator, hosting business events, panels and roundtable discussions. She also works regularly for Bloomberg, where she shapes editorial content for events and moderates business conversations for Bloomberg Live.
Having begun her career in investment banking, Sasha has a strong interest in financial services and business content. She is a frequent moderator of events on the impact of digital disruption and how businesses are reacting to the rapid pace of digital change in a technology-driven society. Dell EMC, HPE, Microsoft, Accenture and Atom Bank are among the companies Sasha has worked with.
Having produced news for CNN, CNBC and Channel 4 news, Sasha is equally comfortable in front of the camera, regularly interviewing leading newsmakers, business leaders and politicians
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.

Business Week (Day 4) How do you protect a business idea? Understanding IP
2022-03-17 10:30 - 12:30 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley Hosts Neil Infield from The British Library BIPC who will cover understanding your businesses intellectual property

About this event

The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and the Business Pitch Competition Final. Ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place in the Workshop Room at Bromley Central Library.
The fourth day of workshops will be on Intellectual Property for Business
About the workshop:
The British Library Business & IP Centre is an amazing free resource for anyone starting or growing a business. This workshop will introduce you to the resources and business support available at the centre, as well as help you understand the key elements of intellectual property which is a vital aspect of your business. Topics discussed will include:

Patents
Registered Designs
Copyright
Trade Marks
Commercial Secrets

About the host:
Neil Infield – Manager – British Library Business & IP Centre
Neil is a SFEDI accredited business advisor, and runs regular advice clinics. In his 16 years at the Library he has delivered a wide range of workshops including How to research your market and Why you need a Trade Mark.

If you wish to attend the event and are not already a member, you will need to register with Start Up Bromley first.
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.

Business Week (Day 3) Human Resources (HR) for small businesses.
2022-03-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Orpington Library, The Walnuts Centre, Orpington BR6 0TW, london, England, BR6 0TW, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley holds an information Q&A Session on an introduction to Human Resources for small businesses

About this event

The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and the Business Pitch Competition Final. Ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place in the Business Lounge of Orpington Library.
The third day of workshops will be on Human Resources (HR).
About the workshop:
This workshop will cover HR essentials for small businesses such as hiring employees, and HR policies and processes etc. This will be an informal information session over lunch with a Q&A at the end.
About the host:
Fiona Groutage works at GLL (Greenwich Leisure Limited) and is a qualified HR professional, with over 25 years of HR experience in a variety of industries from banking to travel, leisure and libraries, specialising in recruitment and training. Fiona also has an broad understanding of other HR considerations required through an employee life-cycle.

If you wish to attend the event and are not already a member, you will need to register with Start Up Bromley first.
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.

Business Week: Business Panel - The Entrepreneur Experience in the UK.
2022-03-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley hosts a business panel to discuss the local and national experience of entrepreneurs in the U.K
About this event
The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and the Business Pitch Competition Final. Ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place on the fourth floor of Bromley Central Library.
About the Business Panel.
The event will begin with the premiere of the Start Up Bromley Film (filmed and edited by Patrick Bowyer) which highlights the activities of Start Up Bromley since its launch in early 2021.
We are excited to announce Emily Maitlis, Award Winning Journalist and Broadcaster who will moderate a panel of diverse business owners from the London Borough of Bromley, who will talk about their business experiences and journeys, alongside a David Smith, The Economics Editor for the Sunday Times.
Emily Maitlis is one of the top 50 most influential people in Britain (GQ Magazine) and the lead presenter on primetime TV. She co-hosts the hugely presented podcast Americast, and was named the Network Presenter of the Year at the RTS Television Journalist Awards in 2019 and 2020.
Panel includes:
David Smith – Economics Editor of The Sunday Times
David Smith is Economics Editor of The Sunday Times, as well as the paper’s Assistant Editor and Policy Advisor, and a regular contributor to CBI’s Business Voice and a speaker at conferences and business events on the UK economy and Brexit.
David has worked for the Sunday Times since 1989 having started his career as an Economic Report Writer for Lloyds Bank, before moving to the Henley Centre in a forecasting role.
He moved into journalism, writing on Business and Economics for Now! Magazine and Financial Weekly before becoming Economics Correspondent of The Times in 1984.
He went across to The Sunday Times in 1989 as Economics Editor and is now also their Policy Advisor and Assistant Editor. He writes a weekly column and is chief leader-writer. He also writes columns for the CBI’s Business Voice, Tax Journal, Professional Investor, British Industry and The Manufacturer.
A successful author, his book Free Lunch is described as a smart and witty introduction to economics, while The Age of Instability sets the near collapse of the international financial markets and the banking system in a global and historical context.
His last book “Something Will Turn Up: Britain’s economy, past, present, and future” was published in July 2015.
He is a Visiting Professor at the University of Wales and was a Winner of the Harold Wincott, Senior Financial Journalist of the year award
Panel includes Start Up Bromley Members;
Rene Perkins – Co-Founder of CityMaaS
Rene Perkins, CA MSc BA(hon), top 50 BAME founder under 50, has been invited to speak in companies including Amazon, Institute of Directors, Wavemaker Global and Red Bull. She is a serial entrepreneur dedicated to using technology for solving the most pressing problems of society and the environment and has been invited to No.10 Downing Street in recognition for her contribution to tech for good.
CityMaaS is an award-winning inclusive technology company based in London, established to address the needs of disabled people, their friends, and families globally, whilst assisting the public and private sector, especially local businesses to be inclusive and to tap into the £274bn spending power and growth opportunity. We use machine learning and data on Mobility Map Platform, Assist Me plugin, and AWARE to enable independent living offline and online. CityMaaS is funded and supported by the public and private sectors. We have helped many past and existing clients such as Oxford County Council, Valpi bus in Portugal, and PWC India.
Lauretta Wright – Publisher of Life in.. Magazines
Lauretta is publisher at Life In…Magazines and editor of Life In Orpington and Life In Bromley, which are published monthly. The community magazines carry the tag line ‘Inspiring The Community One Page At A Time’ and aim to celebrate local people, encourage residents to shop local and focus on positive news throughout the Bromley borough.
Neil Mitchell – Co-founder of Ollie Polly Play Cafe
Ollie Polly Play Cafe is where families can relax and enjoy some wholesome food while their children play, laugh and learn together. We started with two successful pop-up café in local spaces in Beckenham before finding our first high street location in West Wickham.
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.

Business Week (Day 2) Legal and Compliance: What your business should know.
2022-03-15 10:30 - 12:30 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley Hosts KANR Legal: Get equipped with the basic legal and compliance elements you need to know for your business.

About this event

The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and the Business Pitch Competition Final. Ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place in the Workshop Room at Bromley Central Library.
The second day of the workshops will explore legal and compliance topics related to businesses .
About the workshop:
This workshop aims to equip individuals with an understanding of the basic legal and compliance elements needed for the business. It is intended for business owners or anyone who deals with legal and/or compliance within a business.
This workshop will provide vital information to business owners of SME’s to ensure they are complying with data protection rules and gives an insight on the responsibilities and challenges they will face.
Topics covered:

Companies House;
Internal Company Structure;
Negotiating and drafting GDPR contracts;
What to expect in the first year.

By the end of the workshop, attendees will have:

Gained an insight into the legal and compliance considerations for new businesses;
Understood how to incorporate compliance into your supply chain;
Gained an understanding of how GDPR will be relevant to your business;
Pocketed some freebies (templates)!

About the Host
The workshop will be run by KANR Legal Co-Founder Alexandra Sodimu-Jones.
KANR Legal provides access to affordable legal support that support SME’s within the UK.
If you wish to attend the event and are not already a member, you will need to register with Start Up Bromley first.
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.

Business Week (Day 1) E-commerce Deep Dive: Selling Your Products Online
2022-03-14 10:30 - 12:30 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Start Up Bromley hosts Sybil Mayard of Sybiltech in an introduction to e-commerce: Building an online store to sell your products & services
About this event
The Start Up Bromley Business Week will run Monday 14 March – Saturday 19 March and will include: workshops, a business panel and the Business Pitch Competition Final. Ending the week will be the Spring Marketplace at Contingent Works on Saturday 19 March (11:00 – 16:00).
Taking place in the Workshop Room at Bromley Central Library.
The first of those workshops will be on e-commerce.
About the workshop:
This workshop is for anyone who is interested in using e-commerce to sell their products and services online.
An introduction to e-commerce and its advantages/disadvantages
The most common e-commerce platforms
Building an online store using Shopify
How to market your online business
No prior experience of e-commerce or website development is needed to attend this workshop.
About the host:
Sybil Mayard (MSc Computer Science) founded Sybiltech in 2020, to provide affordable website development and e-commerce services to small businesses. Since then, she has helped over 20 SMEs, both in the UK and abroad, to improve their online presence
If you wish to attend the event and are not already a member, you will need to register with Start Up Bromley first.
Start Up Bromley is operated by GLL on behalf of Bromley Council and provides support to aspiring entrepreneurs and new businesses in the borough of Bromley.
