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18 Oct
The Shift Programme - SHIFT the Conversation: Free Menopause Awareness Session for Employers
When: 18 Oct
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Kay Johnson MBE
19 Oct
In Person LCC Meet the Buyer Event for Children's Services
Calling All Local Businesses and Suppliers working within Children's Services! We’re excited to announce our upcoming Meet the Buyer event aimed at strengthening relationships with local organisations across the county.
When: 19 Oct 10:00 - 13:00
Where: Preston
Host: Lancashire County Council
19 Oct
When to Engage with innovate UK Business Connect
Explore when and how to engage with Innovate UK support services
When: 19 Oct 13:00 - 14:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Innovate UK
19 Oct
WILD (Women in Lancaster Digital Network) - is turning 3! - Time for a party...
Join WILD as it celebrates is 3rd birthday and relaunch. As part of the event, Dr Joanna Taylor will lead a thought-provoking workshop exploring bewilderment and the value of uncertainty.
When: 19 Oct 18:00 - 19:30
Where: Lancaster
Host: Fraser House Hub
20 Oct
Lancashire Digital Tech Breakfast
Tech Breakfast - Kick off your day energised, connected and meeting new people!
When: 20 Oct 08:30 - 10:00
Where: Pendle
Host: Lancashire Digital Hub
20 Oct
Accelerating research and development: The competitive advantage of clinical trials in Australia
Discover how Australia’s clinical trial ecosystem can accelerate development, reduce costs, and boost global credibility for innovative therapies.
When: 20 Oct 09:00 - 10:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Business Academy
20 Oct
Commercial Planning Application Workshop - Lunchtime Live
Thinking about expanding, relocating, opening new premises or changing how you use a commercial property?
When: 20 Oct 12:00 - 13:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Hyndburn Borough Council
20 Oct
Opportunities in the North American Advanced Manufacturing sector
Explore opportunities in North America’s fast-growing advanced manufacturing sector, with a focus on key industries like automotive, EVs, aerospace, and space.
When: 20 Oct 15:00 - 16:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Business Academy
21 Oct
Mock Tribunal – step inside an employment tribunal… without the risk
Jump into the drama of an employment tribunal and see how it all works – no stress, just real insights and fun!
When: 21 Oct 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: AfterAthena
21 Oct
How to use AI to research your market and competition
Explore how AI-driven research frameworks to process and interpret large datasets, uncover consumer behaviour patterns, track emerging trends, and map competitive landscapes.
When: 21 Oct 10:00 - 11:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Business Academy
22 Oct
UK National Defence Procurement & Supply Chain Summit 2026
Connecting government, industry and suppliers to turn policy, procurement reform and the Defence Investment Plan into real, contracted opportunity
When: 22 Oct 08:30 - 17:00
Where: Outside Lancashire
Host: Ministry of Defence & BIP Solutions
22 Oct
Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: October
Preston Freelancer MeetUp and Coworking Day This is a regular meet up for freelancers, home workers, solopreneurs and alike.
When: 22 Oct 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1
23 Oct
North West Business Expo 2026
The North West Business Expo is back and promises to be bigger and better than ever before! The exhibition returns to The Premier Suite, within Bolton Wanderers Football Club on Friday the 23rd of October 2026 with 2 floors packed with exhibitors.
When: 23 Oct 09:00 - 15:00
Where: Outside Lancashire
Host: Shout Connect
23 Oct
Lancashire County Council – Meet the Buyer Webinar
Calling All Local Businesses and Suppliers! We’re excited to announce our upcoming Meet the Buyer event aimed at strengthening relationships with local organisations across the county.
When: 23 Oct 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Lancashire County Council
26 Oct
UK-India Diagnostics Cohort 2026
Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber and the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) invite a select cohort of up to 10 high-potential UK innovators to join an exclusive UK delegation to India.
When: 26 Oct 09:00 - 10:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Business Academy
27 Oct
Lancashire Cyber Attack Hydra Simulation
Is Your Business Ready for a Cyber Attack?
When: 27 Oct 09:30 - 13:30
Host: Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire.
28 Oct
Australian infrastructure: Are there opportunities for UK companies?
Explore Australia’s infrastructure landscape and discover where UK companies can tap into upcoming projects and opportunities.
When: 28 Oct 09:00 - 10:00
Where: Zoom | Teams | Online
Host: Business Academy
28 Oct
Budget Live: In partnership with Forbes Solicitors
This is the county’s most unique and exclusive Budget event, which you can’t miss!
When: 28 Oct 11:00 - 14:00
Where: Preston
Host: Preston North End
30 Oct
In Person LCC Meet the Buyer Event for Construction and Assets Services
Calling All Local Businesses and Supplier working within the Construction and Assets industry ! We’re excited to announce our upcoming Meet the Buyer event aimed at strengthening relationships with local organisations across the county.
When: 30 Oct 10:00 - 13:00
Where: Preston
Host: Lancashire County Council
30 Oct
Lancashire Cyber Attack Hydra Simulation
Is Your Business Ready for a Cyber Attack?
When: 30 Oct 10:30 - 14:30
Where: Preston
Host: Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire.
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