Bromley Business Hub

In Conversation with Dave Fishwick - 'Bank of Dave'
2025-03-25 17:30 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | 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!

1230 The Women’s Company Bromley
2025-03-19 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-02-19 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-01-15 12:30 - 14:00, 2024-12-18 12:30 - 14:00, 2024-11-20 12:30 - 14:00 | 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
2025-03-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-06 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-02 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-05 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!

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Data Protection: Your Legal Obligations with the ICO
2024-12-05 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
What you’ll learn
In this webinar, we will look at the definition of personal data and your legal obligations as a business owner to safeguard it.

Introduction to the ICO: ICO’s role in data protection and privacy regulation; Legal framework : GDPR and DPA 2018
Defining Personal Data: Types of Personal Data; The importance of protecting Personal data
Why data protection matters?
Minimising the risk of personal data breaches
Advice for business owners
ICO registration and costs
Where to find more information

Using QR codes for lead generation
2024-12-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
What you’ll learn
QR codes allow prospects to access your online content easily and also to generate leads. QR codes can direct prospects to sign up for information, news via email marketing or even downloads.
In this webinar we will cover:

What are QR codes?
Advantages and disadvantages of using QR codes
How to setup QR codes
What QR codes can do and how they can help drive traffic to your business
Free QR code sites – how not to get caught out by the free trial followed by subscription model
Using QR codes to link to content

YouTube Marketing
2024-12-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
With users viewing almost 5 billion videos per day on YouTube, it is essential for business owners to have a presence there. YouTube is owned by Google and is therefore automatically search friendly for video content. This webinar includes:
– Creating a YouTube channel
– Branding your channel
– Uploading videos
– Changing video settings
– Optimising videos with keywords and tags
– Creating a YouTube sales funnel
– Types of paid advertising on YouTube

Let's Talk Better - ‘Embrace Yourself: Talking Body Image Stigmas and Taboos’
2024-11-29 10:00 - 12:00 | The Mansion, The Mansion, Beckenham Place Park,, Beckenham, Beckenham, BR3 1SY, United Kingdom
Let’s Talk Better: ‘Embrace Yourself:
Talking Body Image Stigmas and Taboos’

When? Friday 29th November 2024 10:15 am – 12 noon
Where? The Mansion, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham BR3 1SY

In today’s visually driven world, body image plays a pivotal role in shaping our mental health and overall well-being. If we are to lead fulfilling lives, we need to accept ourselves when we look in the mirror. That means talking better to ourselves and others to understand that our internal beauty is so much more than our external appearance.

‘ We can accept and cherish our bodies, no matter their type, shape or size, or what can be seen as imperfections or flaws.’
Each of us needs a deeper level of understanding of who we are, our values, our sense of belonging, and our boundaries, based on an awareness of how special we all are as individuals. Wording that is very sensitive. This isn’t an easy topic. Which is why it’s good that we’re doing it.
Join us, the Let’s Talk Better campaign (LTB), for an insightful event where we explore the profound impact of body image on our lives and the importance of speaking up to break down the stigmas and taboos surrounding this critical issue.
We’ll examine how our perceptions of our bodies influence our self-esteem, mental health, and daily interactions. We‘ll discuss how external factors such as societal beauty standards, social media, cultural influences, and even the type of work we do, affect body confidence. More importantly, we will address how body image concerns can lead to anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, and why it is crucial to foster open conversations about these issues.
Through expert talks, personal stories, and interactive sessions, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the psychological effects of body image, learn strategies to boost self-esteem and discover how to build resilience against external pressures.
We will emphasise the power of dialogue in dismantling harmful stereotypes and encourage attendees to be vocal advocates for body positivity.
Let’s Talk Better provides a safe space where we can collectively challenge the silence and stigma around body image issues. By speaking up, sharing experiences, and supporting each other, we can be part of creating a culture that values all body types and promotes mental well-being.
Who Should Attend: This event is open to anyone interested in learning about the complex relationship between body image and mental health. It is particularly beneficial for individuals experiencing body image concerns, mental health professionals, educators, parents, and anyone looking to foster a healthier, more positive self-image. Whether you’re struggling with body image yourself or want to support others in their journey to self-acceptance, this event offers valuable insights, practical tools, and a platform to speak up and make a difference.
Special Guests:

The Mayor of Bromley Cllr Dr David Jefferys
Jenny Tomei – Eating Disorder Coach I Nutritional Therapist I Personal Trainer
Life Drawing Models – Maureen Man and Benedict Morrison

Sponsors – Simi Ghuman and Chanice Baugh of Radfield Homecare – Instagram with the Founders of the Let’s Talk Better Campaign.
Organised and run by Let’s Talk Better Co-Founder Zeenat Noorani – The Clarity Coach.
Once again, Let’s Talk Better is delighted to unite people involved in related activities and projects locally and beyond. We are opening conversations and embracing challenging topics to reduce common stigmas and taboos.
Agenda:
10:15 am – Arrival with tea, coffee and networking
10:30 am – Introduction to the Let’s Talk Better campaign
10:45 am – Speeches by Special Guest
11:10 am – Life Drawing session
11:40 am – Closing speeches
12 Noon – End
We are pleased to be holding our 6th Let’s Talk Better event, at a beautiful historical Georgian building, Beckenham Place Mansion, a wonderful location where many events, workshops, and seminars are held. The Mansion, a Grade 2 listed building, was built for John Cator, circa 1760–1762.
Zeenat and Darren can’t wait to see you there!
https://letstalkbetter.org
#LetsTalkBetter #LTB #LetsListen #connectiongcommunities #connectingpeople #selfworth #identity #perfectionism #breakingstigmas #stoptaboos #creatingpositvechange #YouMatter #YouAreNotAlone #bodyimage #eatingdisorders

Cyber Security: Safeguarding your Business
2024-11-28 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
In this webinar, you’ll learn about the steps you can take to keep your business secure:
– Understanding Cyber security and why it’s essential for business? Business reputation and responsibility
– Data storage best practices
– Backup and disaster recovery strategies
– Antivirus software
– Password management policies and tools
– Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for enhanced security
– Identifying common scams and Phishing attacks
– Securing mobile devices
– Risks of using Public WiFi Networks
– Securing your Web browser
– What is Encryption?
– Secure Messaging and File Sharing

Using ‘X’ to Market your Business
2024-11-27 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
This webinar will show you how using ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) can help take your business to the next level.
– Why use ‘X’?
– Targeted community building
– Finding your ideal clients
– Using lists to communicate to specific groups
– Making the most of ‘X’ chats
– Scheduling content
– Managing ‘X’ in 30 minutes a day

Understanding and using E-Commerce platforms
2024-11-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
What you’ll learn
– What is e-commerce and why it’s important?
– Reasons for moving/selling online
– 3rd party tools to consider – eBay, Amazon, Etsy
– E-commerce platforms e.g. Shopify

Kickstart your business with Vitality!
2024-11-23 11:00 - 14:00
Kickstart your business with Vitality! by Zeenat Noorani

Using LinkedIn to connect with customers and prospects
2024-11-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
What you’ll learn
E-Business for people who already use LinkedIn in their business and want to take it to the next level. Learn how to make all the right connections using this powerful social media application. This includes:
– LinkedIn best practice
– Optimising your profile
– Building a relevant network
– Connecting with customers and prospects
– Using the advanced search to refine searches
– What to post
– Adding articles
– Searching for leads
– Participating in groups
– Recommendations
– Statistics

Using Smart Video for Business
2024-11-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
What you’ll learn
The webinar includes:
• Planning and shooting a video
• Software to shoot your video – Zoom, screen recording software and use of props/slides
• Equipment – no cost and budget – webcams, microphones, lighting
• Editing your video using free software

Kickstart Your Business - Get Started (Bromley)
2024-11-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Kickstart Your Business – Get Started (Bromley) – (Day 2) by Hustle+Heels

Building Online Communities and Facebook Groups
2024-11-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
What you’ll learn
Online networks are an excellent way to tap into local and global communities. Local networks in particular give businesses an opportunity to become known for their expertise via customer recommendations. This webinar includes:
– Examples of online and offline communities
– How to find the best online communities for your business
– Checking usage guidelines and adhering to group rules
– How to engage with others
– Best ways to sell
– The importance of social proof (reviews)
– NextDoor
– Facebook
– Facebook business page
– Facebook groups

Kickstart Your Business - Business Research & Information (Bromley)
2024-11-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1EX, United Kingdom
Kickstart Your Business – Business Research & Information (Bromley) – (Day 1) by The British Library
