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SUMMARY:International Trade Week 2025 – Unlock global opportunities for your business
DESCRIPTION:The Department for Business and Trade is hosting this year’s International Trade Week from 3rd to 7th November – a fantastic opportunity for UK businesses looking to grow beyond borders. \n\n\n\nThroughout the week\, you can join a packed programme of free online and in-person events designed to help businesses that currently trade internationally or are thinking about taking the first step. \n\n\n\nExplore new markets\, connect with trade experts\, and gain practical insights to scale your business globally. \n\n\n\nJoin the fifth edition of International Trade Week (ITW) – five days of free online and in-person events designed to help UK businesses grow through exporting. \n\n\n\nLed by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and sponsored by Santander UK\, in partnership with industry\, ITW brings together industry experts\, practical insights\, and real opportunities for businesses of all sizes and sectors. \n\n\n\nExplore the ITW Events Programme and Sign Up Today\n\n\n\nFrom expert-led webinars to interactive workshops\, there’s a mix of free in-person and online events tailored to support your business growth and exporting journey. Discover new opportunities and practical insights\, all designed to help you take the next step. \n\n\n\nSign up here \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to exporting or ready to expand globally\, ITW offers: \n\n\n\n\nExpert-led webinars and workshops\n\n\n\nInsights into global markets and trade deals\n\n\n\nSupport from DBT and partners\n\n\n\nNetworking with peers and trade professionals\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about ITW\, please email itwsupport@businessandtrade.gov.uk. If you’d like to receive updates about ITW events\, please fill out this short formopens assets-gbr.mkt.dynamics.com in a new tab. \n\n\n\nSantander UK\n\n\n\nAs one of the largest global banks\, Santander’s network of specialists is on hand to help you navigate international markets. With tailored financial and non-financial support and dedicated relationship directors\, Santander can help you achieve your business ambitions. Find out more at: santander.co.uk/corporateopens eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com in a new tab.
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CATEGORIES:Business Surrey,Export & International Trade
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SUMMARY:Marketing Strategy 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Marketing without strategy is like shouting in the wind. \n\n\n\nOver my 20 years of working with start-ups and scale-ups\, I have developed the SOPE Framework to enable businesses to unlock growth fast. \n\n\n\nIn this free webinar\, we’ll focus on the first of four pillars: Strategy. \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nThe SOPE Framework overview\n\n\n\nUnderstanding (I mean really understanding) your ideal customer profiles\n\n\n\nHow to build a value proposition that resonates\n\n\n\nDeveloping your channel strategy
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/marketing-strategy-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Business Surrey
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SUMMARY:Climate Awareness Event Tandridge District Council
DESCRIPTION:Go green at our free Climate Awareness event \n\n\n\nBusinesses are invited to join us at this free event to discover practical ways to live and work more sustainably. \n\n\n\nRegister here for free tickets to the event and workshops can be booked on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nThe event will feature expert talks\, practical workshops and a showcase of local green businesses\, all designed to help you reduce your carbon footprint and adopt eco-friendly habits. \n\n\n\nWhat’s on offer: \n\n\n\n\nExpert tips to cut your carbon footprint.\n\n\n\nEnergy saving advice for home and work.\n\n\n\nSimple\, practical ways to live sustainably.\n\n\n\nInspiring ideas for greener living.\n\n\n\nWorkshops and demonstrations and local business showcases.\n\n\n\n\nBook onto any of these free workshops: \n\n\n\n\n10am-11am Plans with Purpose. Carbon literacy training.\n\n\n\n11am-12pm Energy Action Redhill and Reigate. Warmer\, greener living: practical ideas to make your home cosier\, greener and cheaper to run.\n\n\n\n12pm-1pm Surrey Wildlife Trust. Nature based solutions.\n\n\n\n1pm-2pm Bio Cubes. How climate\, water and biodiversity are connected\, with solutions which benefit all three.\n\n\n\n2pm-3pm Met Office. How climate change affects us.\n\n\n\n\nThis event is a chance to learn\, share ideas and take away small changes which can make a big difference for a cleaner\, greener district.
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/climate-awareness-event-tandridge-district-council/
LOCATION:Tandridge District Council offices\, Station Road East\, Oxted\, RH8 0BT
CATEGORIES:Business Surrey
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SUMMARY:Start-Up Overview
DESCRIPTION:Kickstart your self-employment journey with our interactive Start-Up Overview workshop. \n\n\n\nIn just one hour\, you’ll gain valuable insights into the realities of working for yourself\, assess your personal and business readiness\, and leave empowered to decide if self-employment is right for you. \n\n\n\nThis virtual session is offered regularly by the expert team at IncuHive. The course is fully-funded by UK Government as part of Growth Hub funding to Surrey County Council.
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SUMMARY:Accelerate your growth and win more customers
DESCRIPTION:Join Business Surrey and Business Runnymede for a dynamic and practical workshop designed to help small and medium-sized businesses unlock sustainable growth and attract more customers. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to sharpen your sales strategy or build stronger customer relationships\, this session will give you the tools to succeed. \n\n\n\nPre-registration is essential. Book your space today via the event listing on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn: \n\n\n\n\nKnow your market: Understand customer needs and trends \n\n\n\nStand out: Craft a compelling value proposition \n\n\n\nBuild loyalty: Strengthen customer relationships \n\n\n\nSeal the deal: Master closing techniques and negotiation skills \n\n\n\n\nMeet your expert facilitator \n\n\n\nRoya Croudace is a Commercial Director\, Founder\, and Non-Executive DirectorWith over 25 years of experience supporting more than 400 scale-up businesses in Surrey and advising FTSE 100 companies\, Roya brings a wealth of knowledge in accelerating growth for SMEs. Her workshops are known for delivering practical\, results-driven strategies that help businesses boost revenue\, attract and retain customers\, and build long-term success. \n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\nThis workshop is ideal for:  \n\n\n\n\nSME owners and entrepreneurs based in Surrey \n\n\n\nTeams looking to improve sales and customer engagement \n\n\n\nAnyone seeking actionable strategies to grow their business \n\n\n\n\nThere’s no limit on the number of attendees per business\, but spaces are limited—so be sure to register early on Eventbrite!
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/accelerate-your-growth-and-win-more-customers/
LOCATION:Royal Holloway University\, Egham Hill\, Egham\, TW20 0EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business Surrey
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