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SUMMARY:Hospice Business Breakfast – Networking at The Enchanted Studio
DESCRIPTION:Join Woking & Sam Beare Hospice for a free Business Breakfast on Friday 4 September at The Enchanted Studio in Bisley\, with informal networking\, refreshments and an “in conversation with…” session featuring Emma Martin Mindfulness.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHospice Business Breakfast – Friday 4 September\n\n\nWoking & Sam Beare Hospice invites local businesses to its next Hospice Business Breakfast at The Enchanted Studio in Bisley.\n \n\n\nCome along from 8:00am for refreshments and plenty of time for relaxed\, informal networking with other local businesses and professionals.\n \n\n\nThe event is being hosted with the support of Emma Martin Mindfulness and The Bisley Yurt.\n \n\nIn Conversation With Emma Martin\n\n\nThe morning will include an “in conversation with…” session featuring Emma Martin\, hosted by Ian Parker.\n \n\n\nAttendees will also hear a short update from Woking & Sam Beare Hospice before the event concludes at approximately 9:30am.\n \n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\nThe Hospice Business Breakfasts offer businesses a relaxed way to:\n \n\n\n    Grow their local professional network\n    Meet other businesses and community partners\n    Promote their business in an informal setting\n    Learn more about Woking & Sam Beare Hospice\n    Discover upcoming Hospice activities and opportunities to get involved\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nDate: Friday 4 September 2026\nTime: 8:00am – 9:30am\nVenue: The Enchanted Studio (The Bisley Yurt)\nAddress: Miles Green Farm\, 35 Queens Road\, Bisley\, Woking\, GU24 9AR\nPrice: Free to attend\n \n\nContact the Hospice Business Breakfast Team\n\n\nFor further information about the event\, contact Lucy\, Sheena and Chris from the Hospice Business Breakfast Team.\n \n\n\nEmail:\n\nbusiness@wsbh.org.uk\n\n\n\nTelephone:\n01483 359844\n\n\nMobile:\n07387 261444\n \n\n\n\nVisit Woking & Sam Beare Hospice
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/hospice-business-breakfast-bisley-september-2026/
LOCATION:Miles Green Farm\, 35 Queens Road\, Bisley\, Woking\, GU24 9AR\, Miles Green Farm\, 35 Queens Road\, Bisley\, Woking\, London\, GU24 9AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events,Networking
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SUMMARY:From Survive to Thrive: Building Stronger Businesses for the Future- conference
DESCRIPTION:In Person Event | Surrey University \n\n\n\n£12 FSB Members £15 non members  – including refreshments and light lunch \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce\, this new Surrey event\, designed to support small businesses as they navigate today’s challenging economic climate and move confidently from survival mode into sustainable growth. \n\n\n\nThroughout the day\, delegates will hear from expert speakers and business leaders on key topics including winning customers\, managing rising costs\, preparing for regulatory change\, accessing finance\, and tackling sector-specific challenges. The event will also feature interactive breakout sessions\, networking opportunities\, and an exhibition of support services and funding programmes. Whether you’re looking for practical solutions or fresh inspiration\, Survive to Thrive Surrey will equip you with the tools\, insights and connections to help your business move forward.  \n\n\n\nSurvive to Thrive Surrey – What’s in Store?\n\n\n\nTuesday 15 September 2026 | 10am–3pm | University of Surrey Business School \n\n\n\nA practical day packed with ideas\, expert advice\, honest conversations and opportunities to connect with other Surrey businesses. \n\n\n\n9.30am – Arrive\, Refresh & Connect\n\n\n\nGrab a coffee\, meet other businesses and explore our Business Marketplace before we get started. \n\n\n\n10.00am – From Surviving to Thriving\n\n\n\nBuilding Resilient Businesses \n\n\n\nWe’ll set the scene for the day\, looking at the challenges facing small businesses\, what resilience really means and the support available across Surrey. \n\n\n\n11.00am – Winning More Customers\n\n\n\nSales\, Marketing & Networking \n\n\n\nDiscover practical ways to raise your profile\, find new customers and make the most of marketing\, social media\, networking and technology – without needing a huge budget. \n\n\n\n11.45am – Breakout Discussions\n\n\n\nYour Business. Your Challenges. Your Questions. \n\n\n\nJoin a smaller\, interactive discussion and get practical advice\, ideas and different perspectives from people who understand the realities of running a small business. \n\n\n\n12.15pm – Lunch\, Networking & Business Marketplace\n\n\n\nRefuel\, make new connections and meet the organisations and experts who can help your business move forward. And yes\, there will be Network Bingo! \n\n\n\n1.00pm – Building Financial Confidence\n\n\n\nTake Control of Your Numbers \n\n\n\nFrom cash flow and getting paid to funding\, compliance and planning ahead\, we’ll tackle the financial issues that can make or break a small business. \n\n\n\n2.00pm – The Future of Business Growth\n\n\n\nWinning Business Through Sustainability \n\n\n\nDiscover how sustainability can become a commercial advantage – helping you reduce costs\, win new customers and prepare your business for the future. \n\n\n\n2.30pm – Speed Networking & Business Marketplace\n\n\n\nFinish the day with connections that count. \n\n\n\nA fast-paced opportunity to meet new people\, exchange ideas and make those all-important connections. \n\n\n\n3.30pm – Time to Head Home\n\n\n\nHopefully with new ideas\, useful contacts and a few things you can’t wait to put into practice. \n\n\n\nCome along\, get involved and help us create a stronger\, more connected Surrey business community. \n\n\n\nBook your place today – spaces are limited.
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/from-survive-to-thrive-building-stronger-businesses-for-the-future-conference/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:All Events,Federation Small Businesses,Master Class,Networking,Skills & Employment,Summit,Surrey Business
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SUMMARY:Reaching Net Zero & Sustainable Supply and Procurement
DESCRIPTION:September 24 2026 – Online \n\n\n\nSustainability is becoming an essential part of doing business. Customers\, larger organisations and public sector buyers increasingly expect suppliers to demonstrate sustainable business practices and support Net Zero ambitions. \n\n\n\nThis practical workshop explains sustainable procurement and responsible supply chains in simple terms. You’ll learn practical\, low-cost actions that can improve business resilience\, reduce operating costs\, strengthen supplier relationships and increase opportunities to win new business. \n\n\n\nWhat Makes This Useful \n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed specifically for micro and small businesses and focuses on practical actions rather than complex sustainability frameworks. \n\n\n\nThe session will help businesses improve: \n\n\n\n\nCost efficiency\n\n\n\nSupply chain resilience\n\n\n\nSustainable purchasing decisions\n\n\n\nBusiness competitiveness\n\n\n\nCustomer confidence\n\n\n\nESG awareness\n\n\n\nRisk management\n\n\n\nReadiness for future procurement opportunities\n\n\n\n\nWho This Is For \n\n\n\nFor Sole traders\, Start-ups\, Micro businesses\, Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)\, businesses supplying larger organisations \, Businesses bidding for public sector contracts\, Organisations wishing to improve sustainability while reducing costs \n\n\n\nYou will leave with: \n\n\n\n\nA practical understanding of Net Zero and sustainable procurement\n\n\n\nA simple Sustainable Procurement Checklist\n\n\n\nA Supplier Sustainability Assessment template\n\n\n\nPractical ideas to reduce emissions and operating costs (Done in last webinar)\n\n\n\nA roadmap for improving your supply chain sustainability\n\n\n\nGreater confidence when responding to customer ESG and sustainability questions\n\n\n\nImmediate actions you can implement in your business\n\n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Cover \n\n\n\n\nHow purchasing decisions influence carbon emissions\, costs and business resilience\n\n\n\nWorking with suppliers to reduce environmental impacts\n\n\n\nSustainable sourcing\, supplier selection and ESG considerations\n\n\n\nPractical approaches to reducing waste\, improving efficiency and lowering costs\n\n\n\nUnderstanding customer sustainability questionnaires and procurement requirements\n\n\n\nPreparing your business for customer and reporting expectations\n\n\n\n\nChange Today for a Better Tomorrow! \n\n\n\nTogether we can build stronger\, more resilient businesses while supporting the journey towards Net Zero. \n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot – Click Here
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/reaching-net-zero-sustainable-procurement-workshop/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:All Events,Networking,Networking - SBF
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SUMMARY:Business Spelthorne & Surrey Chambers Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:November 26 2026 at 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS FREE FOR SPELTHORNE BUSINESSES \n\n\n\nAn Evening of Connection\, Collaboration & Community \n\n\n\nHosted by Shepperton Studios \n\n\n\nSurrey Chambers of Commerce and Business Spelthorne are delighted to invite you to the November Members Networking Evening\, a relaxed and engaging opportunity to make new connections\, exchange ideas\, and grow your business network in a welcoming setting.  \n\n\n\nThis month\, we’re pleased to be hosted by Shepperton Studios\, providing a professional and comfortable environment for a productive evening of networking and community building. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\n\n\nA friendly welcome with drinks and seasonal canapés\n\n\n\nInformal networking with local business owners\, professionals\, and the Surrey Chambers and Business Spelthorne teams\n\n\n\n Opportunities to promote your business – bring brochures\, business cards\, or just your elevator pitch\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a long-time Chamber member or attending your first event\, this is your chance to connect with Surrey’s vibrant business community.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/business-spelthorne-networking-event-may-2026/
LOCATION:London
CATEGORIES:All Events,Networking,Networking - SBF,Spelthorne borough council,Spelthorne Business hub
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