Workshops

Lancashire County Council – Meet the Buyer Drop in Event

NOW CLOSED Lancashire County Council (LCC) invites all its suppliers including SMEs, social enterprises, local businesses, and community organisations across Lancashire to join our “Meet the Buyer” events.

The Marketing Mindset: Why Confidence and Self-Belief Shape Your Visibility

Marketing isn’t just about tactics, content plans, or posting consistently.

Business Website Fundamentals: 9 principles that will help ensure that your website works for you & your business

Putting together a business website can feel daunting, particularly knowing where to start, what content is required, and what to prioritise.

Fraser House - Open Week 16th - 20th March

Software Lancaster Talks with Joseph Darkin - CTO of Burnley Football Club

The Invisible Productivity Killer: Predicting Sick Days with AI

We are excited to announce that our Commercial Director, Deyrick Allen, is speaking at the assimil8 Manufacturing Event in Manchester

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!

Websites 101- Quick & easy ways to improve your website

Learn quick and easy ways to improve your website in this hands-on Lab!

Upcoming Umbrella Legislation Changes: What You Need To Know - Webinar

Do you use a contingent labour force? If so, are you aware of the 6th April changes?

Employment Rights Act 2025 - Workshop

The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the biggest shake-up to the UK workplaces in a generation. Are you confident that your organisation is compliant?

Lancashire Economic Breakfast with Brabners

Gain the insight you need to make confident business decisions for the next quarter, and beyond, at Lancashire’s exclusive ‘Economic Breakfast’ in association with Brabners.

Jobs & Skills Fair 2026 – Blackburn with Darwen

A free Jobs & Skills Fair bringing together local employers and jobseekers. Explore full-time and part-time roles, apprenticeships, placements and work experience opportunities, and connect directly with organisations recruiting across Blackburn with Darwen.

CUBE FEST 2026

An invite-only event for curious business leaders The highly anticipated CubeFest is here.

Validate Your Business Idea in 30 Minutes Using the Business Model Canvas

Many entrepreneurs start with a product idea, but successful businesses start with a strong business model.

Grants for Businesses

In this Masterclass, we'll explore grants for small businesses! We'll cover government schemes, sector-specific grants, and application best practices.

Computer terms 101

Ever felt bamboozled my a tech acronym or feel too scared to ask? Come to this WILD event! No prior knowledge needed, just curiosity!

Maximising Business Value

As a business leader, we know that you are focused on growth; but are you building the kind of value that investors, shareholders, or future owners seek?

AI Q&A: Using AI for B2B sales

In this interactive session, we'll be joined by Daniel Hembling, business mentor and AI whizz!

How to nail your AI prompts

Getting confident using AI all comes down to how good you are at prompt engineering!

Selling on Amazon: Common Pitfalls, Practical Advice & Open Q&A

Built for small business owners and aspiring sellers, this session dives deeper into the realities of selling on Amazon.

Lancashire Procurement Collective - Session 3

The Lancashire Procurement Collective is a friendly, professional, and purpose-driven group for individuals working in procurement and supply chain who primarily would benefit from a procurement and supply support network.

Employment Rights Act 2025: Key measures and employer actions

Get ahead of the Employment Rights Act 2025 with a clear breakdown of the reforms set to reshape sick pay, dismissal rules, family rights and worker protections through 2026–27.

Leading a Family Business into the Future

Join us for an insightful presentation with Rob Keeping, Managing Director of Bells of Lazonby, as he shares the remarkable story of one of the UK’s most innovative family bakeries.

Innovation to Investability Workshop

As part of the 2026 LIFT festival - Lancashire Innovation, Finance, and Tech - RedCAT has teamed up with Innovate Lancashire for an exclusive workshop for 20 founders and CEOs who are developing low‑carbon innovations with commercial potential.

Creative Leaders in Arts, Culture & Digital - Creative Leadership & Management Skills Bootcamp

Are you based within the arts, culture or digital sector and ready to strengthen your leadership and management skills?

Social Media Strategy 101

Social media is essential for small businesses, but keeping up with ever-changing platforms can feel like a full-time job.

Starting a Business in Hyndburn - Unlocking Your Vision & Offer

Starting a business is like designing your dream life - it takes creativity, ambition and a solid plan.

Vibe Coding: "Who owns what when no one wrote the code?"

This Preston Tech Connection meet-up is all about Vibe Coding Vs Reality and experience.

How Hackers Target SMEs — and How to Protect Your Business

This spring, the Centre for SME & Enterprise Development at the University of Lancashire is hosting a series of practical workshops, expert sessions and networking events designed to support entrepreneurs and SMEs at different stages of their business journey.

The Business Briefing: Growth by Acquisition

Join us for The Business Briefing — an event series from Brabners, a leading UK law firm, and Lancaster University Management School’s Entrepreneurs in Residence.

The Business Briefing: Growth by Acquisition

Join us for The Business Briefing — an event series from Brabners, a leading UK law firm, and Lancaster University Management School’s Entrepreneurs in Residence.

Marketing & Sales Essentials for Your Startup

In this session for pre-start and startup businesses will learn essential skills

SEO Growth Webinar

How to Turn Organic Traffic into Measurable Revenue Search engine optimisation isn’t about vanity metrics. It’s about visibility, authority, and ultimately – growth. In this practical, results-driven webinar, we break down exactly how businesses can use SEO to generate consistent, high-quality leads and long-term ROI.

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!

Europe’s Energy: Time for a Fresh Start

Lancaster University Management School is pleased to welcome H. E. Václav Bartuška, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Court of St James’s, who will deliver a seminar exploring the future of Europe’s energy security.

Level 3 Mental Health First Aider Training (2 day)

12th May & 19th May 2026 – 9:00am – 5:00pm. This course will teach learners how to spot and help someone who is going through mental health challenges.

AI in Action: Build a Marketing Engine That Amplifies Your Mission

This hands-on session is designed specifically for charity professionals who want to use AI to do more and amplify their impact.

Funding & Financial Planning for Your Startup

Starting a business is exciting, but let’s be real - funding & finances can make or break your success.

Leadership, Legacy and Family Business

Lancaster University Management School is delighted to welcome Dr Rakesh Wahi VSM, Chairman at CMA Investment, visionary entrepreneur, investor and co-founder of Lancaster University Ghana, for a special LUMS Lecture exploring leadership, legacy and the power of family-driven enterprise.

Harnessing Google Business Profile to bring more people to your website

Explore the fundamentals of Google Business Profile in this practical session designed for small business owners.

Search Lancaster

The May Session with guest speakers Charlie Whitworth, Tasmin Lofthouse and Ryan Jones

The Beautiful Game, the Difficult Decisions: Leading in Real Time at Lancashire Football Association

Join us for a fireside conversation with Simon Gerrard, CEO of Lancashire FA, as he reflects on the experiences that shaped his resilience and the leadership approach he brings to one of the region’s most visible organisations.

International Management in Practice

Lancaster University Management School is delighted to welcome Dr Christof Rissbacher, Chairman of the Management Board of Aspiag Service S.r.l. (part of SPAR Austria Group).

Good For Growth - B Corp Fest

What if the next phase of your business growth came from doing things differently… not just doing more? On Wednesday 3rd June 2026, we’re hosting Good for Growth (B Corp Fest) at The Wellbeing Farm.

Building a High-Performance Culture

This spring, the Centre for SME & Enterprise Development at the University of Lancashire is hosting a series of practical workshops, expert sessions and networking events designed to support entrepreneurs and SMEs at different stages of their business journey.

3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)

9th, 16th and 23rd June 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.

Lady Boss Coffee Morning

Do you have a passion for cooking and wondered if it could become more than a hobby?

LIFT26 (Lancashire Innovation Funding & Tech) Festival

Get ready for lift off. LIFT is Lancashire's annual innovation, tech and early-stage finance event.

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!

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!

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.

3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)

15th, 22nd and 29th September 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.

Powerhouses Of Tech And Innovation: A North West Story

Powerhouses of Tech & Innovation: A North West Story Preston and the North West have always been places where things are built-from industrial powerhouses of the past to the digital innovators shaping the future.

3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)

7th, 14th and 21st October 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.

Level 3 Mental Health First Aider Training (2 day)

This course will teach learners how to spot and help someone who is going through mental health challenges.

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!

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.

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!

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! Come along, you will love it!