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11 Nov

Beyond the Brand: Building Trust Through Values and Integrity

Beyond the Brand: Building Trust Through Values and Integrity In today's world, people don't just buy products or services - they buy into values. A brand's integrity, authenticity, and actions matter more than ever, especially for small creative and digital businesses building trust with clients and communities.

When: 11 Nov 18:00 - 20:00

Where: Preston

Host: Society1, Coworking Space

11 Nov

AI, Creativity, and What It Means to Be Human

AI, Creativity, and What It Means to Be Human As artificial intelligence reshapes how we create, share, and experience art, design, music, and storytelling, the line between human and machine is blurring.

When: 11 Nov 18:00 - 20:00

Where: Preston

Host: Society1, Coworking Space

12 Nov

Preston Living Wage City Celebration and Networking Breakfast Event

The Preston Living Wage Action Group warmly invites you to join likeminded organisations to celebrate Preston's achievements as a Living Wage City!

When: 12 Nov 08:30 - 10:30

Where: Preston

Host: Preston City Council

17 Nov

Retail Renaissance Programme – Social Selling, Digital Marketing, SEO and Content Strategy

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line!

When: 17 Nov 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

20 Nov

Business Twilight Networking Event

Centre Members are invited to join us for an inspiring twilight event designed to empower SMEs with practical tools, insights, and opportunities to grow and innovate. Join the Centre for SME & Enterprise Development, membership is free: www.lancashire.ac.uk/sme Generating Leads Made Simple: Practical Tools for Small Businesses

When: 20 Nov 16:00 - 18:30

Where: Preston

Host: Centre for SME & Enterprise Development, University of Lancashire

26 Nov

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: November

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

When: 26 Nov 10:00 - 12:00

Where: Preston

Host: Society1 Coworking Space

03 Dec

AI in Action: Hands-On Innovation for SMEs and Entrepreneurs - Free Masterclass

AI in Action is an interactive masterclass designed to help SMEs and entrepreneurs explore the real-world potential of artificial intelligence.

When: 03 Dec 09:15 - 13:15

Where: Preston

Host: Centre for SME & Enterprise Development, University of Lancashire

09 Jan

Unlock Your Business Growth Potential with Help to Grow – January start

Boost your leadership skills and business growth through the Help to Grow: Management Programme, delivered by the University of Lancashire. Programme Overview The cohort starts with a face-to-face session on Friday 9 January 2026 at our Preston campus.

When: 09 Jan 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: University of Lancashire

19 Jan

Retail Renaissance Programme – Diversification, Innovation & Product Development

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line!

When: 19 Jan 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

26 Jan

Retail Renaissance Programme – Optimising Online Sales, Market Insights and Consumer Trends

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line! Optimising Online Sales, Market Insights and Consumer Trends What’s hot and what’s not.

When: 26 Jan 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

23 Feb

Retail Renaissance Programme – Funding & Financial Guidance

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line! Funding & Financial Guidance Unlock Lancashire’s hidden funding vaults.

When: 23 Feb 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

02 Mar

Retail Renaissance Programme – Business Resilience

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line! Business Resilience Future-proof your retail business.

When: 02 Mar 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

23 Mar

Retail Renaissance Programme – Workforce Development

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line!

When: 23 Mar 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

13 Apr

Retail Renaissance Programme – Regulatory Support

Fully Funded Retail Support Programme Thanks to a brand new, custom made programme for retailers, ‘Retail Renaissance’ will help transform your retail business with expert-led sessions designed to future-proof your operations and boost your bottom line!

When: 13 Apr 09:30 - 12:30

Where: Preston

Host: North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

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