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Kingston Protect 2010
Kingston Protect will be made up of a number of components taking place in Rose Theatre, Kingston over three days. There will be two afternoon events featuring Project Argus on Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 April and a morning event on Wednesday 14 April featuring Project Griffin.
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Overseas business investment into London has been given a vote of confidence with the announcement that London has been named as the leading ‘European City of the Future’ for the third time, once again topping the league tables at the biennial ‘European Cities & Regions of the Future’ awards, run by fDi Magazine.
Click here to read the full story.Personal Impact in Business, Tuesday 9th Mar 2010
Working with experienced tutors, participants will examine physical and vocal presence and learn the tools to communicate more effectively in a variety of situations. The sessions provide an opportunity to conquer nerves, present to a group and improve delivery.
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Experienced tutors from the Central School of Speech and Drama will be on hand to give you the skills to help you feel more confident in networking situations. You’ll learn how to ‘work the room’, make the right first impression, develop rapport with strangers and secure contacts in a charismatic way.
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This free one-day KNOWLEDGE CONNECT MasterClass, delivered in conjunction with the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, comprises of practical sessions to help you develop your personal impact when making a presentation, pitching to clients, communicating in meetings and networking. The workshop provides a deeper understanding of the importance and qualities of clear and focused communications skills.
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Gain a competitive edge with the right mix of modern marketing tools
Sutton Chamber is delivering in partnership with Business Link a series of workshops specifically designed to assist businesses to take advantage of the predicted upturn in the economy.This is the fourth in the series following successful workshops covering the topics of Sales, Finance and Staff Motivation.
Lambeth Property Event, February 2010
A property event sponsored by Lambeth Council was held on the 4th of February 2010. The Lambeth property event was aimed at new and existing businesses trying to lease or purchase new commercial premises or who are relocating to the borough of Lambeth.
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SLB is a leading provider in creating the perfect environment for you to grow your business. Membership opens the door to new business opportunities and contacts with small, medium and large companies.
Future Jobs Fund Team
More than 300 unemployed young people from South London are to be given on the job training that will help not only their future prospects, but also local firms and the community.
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The London Development Agency (LDA) is helping leaders of social enterprises in the capital to build their organisations through a series of interactive workshops which are being held in conjunction with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) and Social Enterprise London (SEL).
Click here to read the full story.Hospitality - Cost Reality
Are you a local hotelier, restaurant or bar serving food? Are you trying to cut utility costs whilst delivering a first class service? Are you aware of the need to become greener but not sure where to start? If you can answer “Yes” to any of these questions then we have a rustled up free tasty little workshop catered to suit your business needs!
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Envibe are proud to be working in partnership with the Environment Agency to offer your business the opportunity to join us at an informative “Rubbish Regulations” event. Industry experts will share best practice, present interesting case studies and update your business on waste legislation whilst giving you the opportunity to ask questions and enjoy a tasty breakfast!
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The search continues for the best firms south of the Thames, through the South London Business Awards 2010, in association with HSBC. The prestigious award scheme has been masterminded by South London Business and Newsquest.
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Following on from the highly successful first annual property event with Sir Simon Milton in 2008, the second event was just as successful. In line with South London Business’ role to promote economic and business prosperity in South London, the event hosted just under a hundred guests.
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A recent Business Link in London poll found that many small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in London do not have clear processes in place to manage their financial health. Smaller SMEs in particular are putting themselves at risk by failing to adopt adequate financial management systems. Business Link in London is launching an online checklist to help businesses get their financial house in order.
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With new research* showing that the UK economic recovery depends on increasing exports, HSBC Commercial Banking is prompting businesses looking for overseas growth to contact its growing number of relationship managers dedicated to international business.
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If you are already in business, thinking of taking the first steps to starting a business or just curious about what your local business community has to offer then an event not to be missed is the thebestofrichmond Networking Expo 2010 at the prestigious Twickenham Stadium on 2nd March running from 4pm to 9pm.
Click here to read the full story.London Remains Top Choice For Growth For Overseas Business Investors
Small and medium sized enterprises are continuing to drive new inward investment in London, having made up almost three quarters of all new business investment in the UK capital in 2009. According to recent figures released by Think London, the official foreign direct investment agency for London, SME’s accounted for 70% of all new inward investment last year.
Click here to read the full story.Free "Surviving the Downturn" business seminars
The London Development Agency (LDA) is extending its programme of free support and advice seminars so more of the capital’s small and medium sized businesses can benefit in 2010. In the last year more than 1000 SMEs have attended these seminars to help them through the economic downturn.
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Awards celebrating the success of Croydon's businesses will go ahead next year after a leading organisation stepped in to save them. South London Business (SLB), based in Sydenham Road, Croydon, has announced it will run its own borough-specific awards scheme next year. It says it will fill the void left by the Croydon Economic Development Company's decision to drop its annual Best of Borough (BoBs) awards scheme.
Click here to read the full story.Introducing Your Digital Future - Grow your business through online trading event
South London Business in partnership with Business Link in London invite to attend an afternoon and evening of seminars, networking and business advice at the Twickenham Rugby Stadium on Thursday 17 December 2009 3.30pm to 9pm. The event is aimed at all existing small and medium sized businesses in the South and West London areas. As well as the general support and information available there will be a focus on providing information to support businesses to grow their business through on line trading.
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Recognising Achievement
The London Excellence Awards pay tribute to organisations that seek nothing less than excellence in their strategic and operational activities.
The awards can help your organisation regardless of its size, sector or location. Entering the awards is not an expensive or onerous process and can help you to raise your game.
A FESTIVE GREETING!
Twickenham welcomes everybody, every day, on the 27th and 28th November we have special reasons to invite you…
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In a move to help the creative industries in London through the recession, Roehampton University is calling on businesses and individuals to register for its range of free training courses. Roehampton is the only university in the UK offering free courses in this sector.
Over 1,700 free places are being offered on various professional development short courses, which are aimed at people looking to enter or currently working in the creative industries, including journalism, media production and new media.
The suite of 40 one-day courses – known as Creative Futures – includes training in some of the latest and most popular creative disciplines including Presenting to Camera for TV and Internet; Blogging, Twittering and Social Networking; and Introduction to Personal Portals and Mashups.
Real help for your business
Real help for your business - hands on advice at a free NatWest seminar
Date: Tuesday 24th November
Time: 9-11am, followed by networking and an opportunity to discuss your specific business issues in the 'Business Zone'
