Boost your network, relationships and knowledge.
10 Dec
Find, Hire and Keep Your Dream Team
Discover how to attract, hire, and keep the right people for your business.
Join Laura and Emily Leyland from Fresh Perspective for a practical workshop covering everything from writing standout job adverts to building a culture that retains top talent.
When: 10 Dec 09:30 - 12:30
Where: West Lancashire
Host: West Lancashire Investment Centre
10 Dec
The Big Presence Sales Blueprint: Designing Your £1m Sales Process Part Two
Build a scalable, repeatable sales process that drives your business toward £1m turnover.
This two-part interactive programme gives business leaders practical sales frameworks, quick-win tactics, and a clear plan to achieve sustained revenue growth.
Available only to businesses based in: Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Chorley, Pendle, South Ribble and West Lancashire.
When: 10 Dec 10:00 - 13:00
Where: Burnley
Host: Prairie Sports Village
11 Dec
Business Clinic in West Lancashire
Free Business Clinic for West Lancashire Businesses.
Are you a business owner or planning to start one in West Lancashire? Get expert advice, explore funded support, and ask your questions at this free Business Clinic.
When: 11 Dec 09:30 - 12:30
Where: West Lancashire
Host: Growth Lancashire
15 Dec
Preston Freelancer Meet-Up December
Reflect. Connect. Look Ahead. This December, our regular Preston Freelancer Meet-Up takes on a special twist — a Year-End Wrap-Up! It’s our chance to come together as freelancers, home workers, solopreneurs, and independents to celebrate the wins of the year, share lessons learned, and get inspired for what’s ahead in 2026.
When: 15 Dec 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1
16 Dec
Preston Tech Connection Christmas Social
Instead of our usual tech meet-up, we’re wrapping up the year with a relaxed Christmas social! Come join us at Wings and Beer on Cannon Street for an evening of chat and a chance to unwind before the holidays. This isn’t a drinking session — just a warm, informal get-together where we can catch up, meet new faces, and celebrate another year of our community.
When: 16 Dec 18:00 - 20:00
Where: Preston
Host: Preston Tech Connection - at Wings and Beer
17 Dec
Business Clinic in Chorley
📍 Free expert business advice in Chorley! Whether you're starting out or growing your business, this drop-in clinic offers 💼 one-to-one support, 💡 funded guidance, and 🧰 tailored resources to help you succeed.
When: 17 Dec 09:30 - 12:30
Where: Chorley
Host: Growth Lancashire
18 Dec
Business Clinic in South Ribble
📍 Free expert business advice in South Ribble! Whether you're starting out or growing your business, this drop-in clinic offers 💼 one-to-one support, 💡 funded guidance, and 🧰 tailored resources to help you succeed.
When: 18 Dec 09:30 - 12:30
Where: South Ribble
Host: Growth 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
19 Jan
The Big Presence Sales Blueprint: Designing Your £1m Sales Process Part One
Learn how to build a scalable, repeatable sales process that drives your business to £1m turnover.
This two-part, interactive training gives business leaders the frameworks, tools, and practical actions needed to create a high-performing sales engine. Ideal for those ready to move from ad-hoc selling to a structured approach that delivers consistent growth.
Available exclusively to businesses based in: Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Chorley, Pendle, South Ribble and West Lancashire.
When: 19 Jan 10:00 - 13:00
Where: Blackburn with Darwen
Host: Junction 4 Skatepark
20 Jan
The Business Briefing: Succession Planning
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.
When: 20 Jan 08:00 - 09:15
Where: Lancaster
Host: Lancaster University Management School
20 Jan
Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: January
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: 20 Jan 10:00 - 12:00
Where: Preston
Host: Society1, Coworking Space
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