Events

How to work with a Freight Forwarder

Learn freight forwarder essentials to streamline shipping and international logistics.

Leading the change: Building the marketing engine that delivers growth

We’ll be exploring how setting your strategy at the right level makes a difference, and why marketing and communications needs to be about the whole ‘marketing mix’ and not just focused on promoting your business.

Farrow & Ball lessons: Fixing your US messaging to drive sales

Hear from the former VP of Marketing US and Head of Digital of Farrow & Ball on how to avoid the several pitfalls that beset UK companies when launching or expanding their businesses in the USA.

The AI landscape in Australia: How do I grow the AI boom down under?

Explore Australia's AI landscape, opportunities, trends, and UK market expansion.

Breakfast Social and Coworking Day: August

Join us for a day of coworking at Society1. Come and work from our creative and vibrant space. Find some inspiration and meet a few new faces along the way.

The hidden IP risks in your business

Identify hidden IP risks, protect assets, and support sustainable growth.

Ready, Set, Launch

Thinking of starting a business? Join this practical online session for step-by-step guidance on testing your idea, understanding the legal requirements and getting your new venture off the ground. Available to Pendle residents.

Get Incoterms® right: Reduce risk and ship with clarity

Master Incoterms®, reduce shipping risks, and improve international trade clarity.

AI for everyday work: Practical use of AI in emails, docs and meetings.

Use AI to boost productivity, communication, and everyday workplace efficiency. [business.gov.uk]

Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business

Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.

Gaining the cultural confidence to succeed in the US

Understand US business culture, communicate effectively, and succeed internationally.

Unique Ladies Networking Group - Hyndburn

Unique Ladies Networking works because relationships are made, the costs are low, the venue is accessible and these women understand that to get business this way, they must follow up each and every conversation, get to know the other ladies in the room and the business happens!

From protection to valuation: Using IP to drive international growth

Learn how strategic IP drives valuation, investment, and global growth.

From FTA to market entry: Navigating India's food and drink opportunity

Discover how the UK-India FTA, India's booming premium food market, and rapidly growing quick-commerce channels are creating new opportunities for UK brands.

Sorted from the Start

Get your business finances sorted from the start. Learn how to set up your books, manage cash flow and keep your finances stress-free before launching your new venture. Available to Pendle residents.

Buying a Franchise: What you need to know before you commit.

Assess franchise readiness, conduct due diligence, and make informed decisions.

Connect and Collaborate

Connect with fellow Pendle businesses through practical peer learning, collaborative problem-solving and supportive networking. Share current challenges, exchange ideas and build valuable local connections.

Working with customs agents and intermediaries

Understand customs agents, liabilities, compliance responsibilities, and best practices.

Discover opportunities in Mongolia – Spotlight on Mining and Critical Minerals

Considering new markets? Mongolia, rich in critical minerals and strategically positioned between major global markets, is opening its doors to new partnerships, innovation, and growth.

Align AI with your business strategy

Learn how to identify the most valuable AI opportunities, prioritise projects based on business impact, and create a roadmap that supports sustainable adoption.

Selling into enterprise: A practical guide for B2B SMEs

Learn enterprise sales strategies, win larger deals, and close confidently.

Designing your AI Roadmap: A step-by-step guide for growing businesses

Build an AI roadmap, prioritise opportunities, and drive business growth.

Marketing Made Simple

Learn how to identify your target audience, choose the right marketing channels and attract your first paying customers. This fully funded online session is available to Pendle residents preparing to start a business.

Understanding Commodity Codes: A practical guide to classification and compliance

Understand commodity codes, classify goods accurately, and ensure trade compliance.

Reset and Restore: A Free 45-Minute Wellbeing Circle for Women in Business

Running a business or a professional career can end up taking all your energy.

E-invoicing unpacked: How to prepare for global compliance

Understand global e-invoicing requirements, ensure compliance, and future-proof operations effectively.

What the EU Deforestation Regulation means for your business

Understand EU deforestation rules, manage compliance risks, and prepare effectively.

Winning business in schools throughout Asia and the Middle East

Explore school markets, trends, and growth opportunities across Asia, Middle East.

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: August

Preston Freelancer MeetUp and Coworking Day This is a regular meet up for freelancers, home workers, solopreneurs and alike. It is a really friendly and welcoming group aimed to provide the opportunity to meet and connect with other likeminded people working in a similar way.

SEO Fundamentals Webinar

When you built your website, you likely created it with your users in mind, trying to make it easy for them to find and explore your content.

Manage your Social Media presence on a budget

Become a social media ninja and learn top tips and effective strategies on how to grow the reach of your business amongst global customers, on your social media channels.

Expanding operations in the US: Choosing the right state

Choose the right US state using costs, talent, and incentives.