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Issue 83

14 June 2024

NEWHAM NEWS

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Market Traders Workshop

Thursday 20 June – 11am-1pm

Online


Are you a market trader looking to enhance your business skills and maximise profits? Join e-Business online for their workshop designed specifically for our market traders. 


For more information and to register: 

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Unleash the Power of Entrepreneurship 

The Rebel Business School is breaking down barriers to building a business, regardless of your starting point. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for help getting your side hustle off the ground or just looking to pick up some social media skills; now could be the perfect time. Creating an additional income stream is a great way to cope with rising prices, and your passion project could turn into a thriving business. Come and learn how Rebel can help. 


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Royal Docks – Taking a Place-Based Approach to a Just Transition

Tuesday 25 June  – 11:10-11:40am 

ExCeL – London Hub & Bar, Reset Connect London 2024


Join Reset Connect, the UK's leading net zero event, for a free networking session on sustainability. Hear from Jacob Heitland, Director of Climate Action on the Councils Just Transition Strategy.


University of East London's sustainability approach, and how the Royal Docks, once home to the world's largest enclosed docks, is becoming an exemplar of place-based climate action with far-reaching impact.


Find out more and to secure your FREE tickets:

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Access unparalleled support and advice for your business

Join the Federation of Small Businesses, the leading business representative organisation.


Thanks to support made available via UK Shared Prosperity Fund Membership packages have now reduced, and available from £50 - £150!


"Membership price that I could not resist" Meena Joshi – Aardra Systems


To take advantage of this offer:

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Expert 1-2-1 Business Advice Service 

Using the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), we have managed to secure Expert 1-2-1 Business Advice. Many of you will be already familiar with Bob Clarke who lead on  the GLA's Wayfinder programme here in Newham.


Bob is a business coach, advisor, and mentor with extensive experience in supporting SMEs, offering advice, coaching, and mentoring to boost growth and profitability. He focuses on business planning, commercial finance, sales, marketing, international trade, and change management. The coaching will examine the business vision and see how short and medium term objectives can be attained. Bob's sector-agnostic approach involves balancing resources against finance, marketing, and operational constraints, aiming for formal actions within an agreed time frame. 


To schedule a call please complete the request form

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Newham Business Conference 2024

Thursday 11 July – 10:30am-5:30pm

University of East London – University Square Stratford


Newham's business conference is set to be bigger and better this year, featuring guest speaker presentations and informative panel discussions. The conference will feature a range of exhibitors and numerous networking opportunities. 


The core themes for the conference include Culture, Commerce, and Community. 


Tickets are priced at £15 + VAT for NCC Members and £25 + VAT for non-members.


Event sponsorship opportunities are available for £1,250 + VAT, along with exhibitor opportunities for £250 + VAT an opportunity to promote your business.


For more information:

Industry Opportunities

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SMEs Enhance their Marketing and Cybersecurity Strategies with Data-Driven Insights at East Ham Town Hall


25 SMEs ranging from accountancy firms, clothing retailers to food businesses recently attended a highly informative e-Business workshop at East Ham Town Hall focused on leveraging data to improve marketing efforts and cybersecurity fundamentals. 


The second of these workshop in our Digital Domination series will be held on Tuesday 9 July – 12-2:30pm – Easy Ways to Finding Growth Opportunities with Data & AI. Grow Your Business With Data. 


For more information:

Events and exhibitions

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Windrush Day Fair

Saturday 22 June – 2-5pm

East Ham Town Hall


Newham celebrates Windrush Day 2024, honouring Caribbean heritage and the 1948 arrival of HMT Empire Windrush.


The Windrush Day Fair will feature local business stalls, art workshops and live music by local steel pan band Pan Vibrations. 


Local food vendors GT Spice Caribbean Takeaway and Jackie’s Love Kitchen will be offering delicious island cuisine for purchase.


For more information:

How to Become B Corp Ready

How to Become B Corp Ready

Wednesday 26 June – 9:30-11:30am

Online


Join Newable for an informative online workshop led by an industry expert who has recently achieved B Corp certification with their own business, take a deep dive into the world of B Corps and explore the journey of becoming certified.


For more information:

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Barclays Business – Fraud & Online Security

Wednesday 26 June – 10-11am

Online


One in five UK companies fell victim to fraud between 2018 and 2020 with the average cost per business at about £16,000 according to the Financial Times and this statistic will keep growing and therefore, it is an essential you stay informed about the latest trends and strategies in fraud prevention and cyber security.


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