12 Nov
Celebrate Making Preston a Living Wage City
Come and celebrate 'Making Preston a Living Wage City' at our twilight networking event.
When: 12 Nov 17:00 - 19:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1
18 Nov
Business Breakfast Networking Event
Been There, Done That Join us for our next networking event and hear from entrepreneurs who have built successful businesses from the ground up.
When: 18 Nov 08:00 - 10:30
Where: Preston
Host: Centre for SME & Enterprise Development, University of Lancashire
20 Nov
Finance for Nonβ Finance Managers
Develop the financial knowledge needed to understand budgets, evaluate business performance, and make informed commercial decisions and drive business growth.
When: 20 Nov 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
24 Nov
First Line Manager Training
Develop the practical people management skills needed in your first role as a manager or supervisor.
When: 24 Nov 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
24 Nov
Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: November
Preston Freelancer MeetUp and Coworking Day This is a regular meet up for freelancers, home workers, solopreneurs and alike.
When: 24 Nov 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1, Coworking Space
25 Nov
Lancashire Social Value Network
Join us on 25th November 2026 at The Exchange, County Hall, Preston, for a morning of collaboration, learning and networking focused on an increasingly important question: "π―ππ πππ ππ ππππ ππππππ πππππ ππππ ππππππ πππ ππππππ ππππππ ππππππππππ ππ πππππππππ ππππππππππ?"
When: 25 Nov 08:30 - 11:30
Where: Preston
Host: Lancashire Skills Hub
01 Dec
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation
Learn how to use AI, digital technologies and ethical frameworks to improve personal productivity.
When: 01 Dec 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
02 Dec
Managing the Impact of the Employment Rights Act
Confidently lead your organisation through legislative change by understanding the implications of the Employment Rights Act for workforce policies and people management.
When: 02 Dec 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
03 Dec
Preston Tech Connection Coffee Social and Coworking Day
Join us for a morning coffee, pastry and a chat with some friendly faces. Find some inspiration and meet a few new faces along the way.
When: 03 Dec 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1, Coworking Space
08 Dec
Supply Chains for Business Growth
Optimise supply chain networks to improve efficiency, strengthen partnerships, manage risk and create sustainable competitive advantage.
When: 08 Dec 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
09 Dec
Breakfast Social and Coworking Day: December
Our meet-up starts at 10am with informal conversations over a drink and pastries. It will provide an opportunity to meet other people with similar experiences.
When: 09 Dec 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1 Coworking Space
09 Dec
Freelancer Meet-Up
An informal meet-up for local freelancers with a coffee hour and coworking day at Society1.
When: 09 Dec 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1
10 Dec
Making Sense of Data
Use data effectively and confidently interpret insights, support evidence-based decision-making, and identify opportunities to improve performance.
When: 10 Dec 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
07 Jan
Apprenticeships Made Simple - Engagement Event
Thinking about apprenticeships but not sure where to start?
When: 07 Jan 12:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: Lancashire County Council
20 Jan
Sales Xchange Session 2 - Elevator Pitches & FAB's
The Sales Xchange is a new programme from North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, delivered in partnership with Sellology.
When: 20 Jan 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Preston
Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce
16 Apr
Lancashire Business Expo 2027 - Weβre Back at Preston Guild Hall!
WEβRE BACK β AND WEβRE COMING HOME! The Lancashire Business Expo returns to Preston Guild Hall on Friday 16 April 2027, bringing the business community back to where it all started.
When: 16 Apr 09:00 - 15:00
Where: Preston
Host: Shout Connect
21 Apr
Sales Xchange Session 3 - REACH
The Sales Xchange is a new programme from North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, delivered in partnership with Sellology.
When: 21 Apr 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Preston
Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce
30 Jun
Sales Xchange Session 4 - Objection Handling & Conflict Resolution
The Sales Xchange is a new programme from North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, delivered in partnership with Sellology.
When: 30 Jun 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Preston
Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce
05 Nov
AI Integration and Workforce Transformation
Understand the practical realities of AI adoption, including workforce redesign, skills development, employee engagement, ethical considerations, and change management.
When: 05 Nov 09:30 - 16:30
Where: Preston
Host: University of Lancashire Business School
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