BEC

How To Start A Business For Beginners
2024-05-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London)
How To Start A Business For Beginners is a two-hour session for budding entrepreneurs and those thinking of becoming self-employed.

Navigating Success: Leadership Essentials for Small Business
2024-05-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Barking Enterprise Centre, Barking Enterprise Centre, 50 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8FG, United Kingdom
Join us for a power-packed in-person event where we'll explore effective leadership strategies tailored for small businesses.

When you own a small business, you're the CEO, the cleaner, the HR department, and everyone in between. It's hard to think of yourself as being a leader because you started by just managing yourself. However, as your business grows, simply managing the day-to-day of your business isn't going to set you up for growth and success. You need to look at your business through a different lens if you want to achieve the vision that made you go into business in the first place. The qualities that make a successful entrepreneur are not always those of an effective leader.

This workshop will:

Examine why a clear vision for your business is essential, and how you ensure the whole team deliver.
Identify essential skills for small business leaders to ‘lead’.
Identify how to create a culture that’s right for your business.
Look at leadership styles and identify yours
Look at when you need to ask for outside help.
Look at crisis management in small businesses.
How can a small business support professional development (apprenticeships, leadership training, Personal development plans)

This workshop will now be delivered ONLINE.
Trainer: Karen West-Whylie

*Disclaimer: By attending this event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken during and may be used across digital marketing platforms and channels.

Official Launch Event: Building Bridges Programme
2024-04-25 09:30 - 12:00 | Barking Enterprise Centre, Barking Enterprise Centre, 50 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8FG, United Kingdom
Don't miss the Launch Event for the Building Bridges Programme - a business support programme for social sector business in the borough.

You're Invited: Launch Event of the Building Bridges Programme!
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you for the launch event of the Building Bridges Programme, an exciting initiative spearheaded by the Barking Enterprise Centre (BEC).

Our launch event marks the beginning of an endeavour aimed at empowering social sector businesses and fostering growth within the vibrant community of Barking and Dagenham. The Building Bridges Programme is founded on a mission to provide essential business support to social sector businesses, enabling them to not only start but also thrive and grow within our community. Our goals are centered around fostering collaboration, capacity building, and sustainable growth within the social sector.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey towards empowerment and growth. Your presence and support are invaluable as we work together to create positive change within our community.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, 25 April 2024
Time: 9.30am
Location: BEC, 50 Cambridge Road.

Please emaile tanvir.bharaj@barkingenterprisecentre.co.uk to confirm you registration at this event.

We look forward to seeing you there!

*Disclaimer: By attending this in person event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken during and may be used across marketing platforms and channels.

Developing Your Brand Story
2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:30 | Barking Enterprise Centre, Barking Enterprise Centre, 50 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8FG, United Kingdom
Learn how to craft a compelling brand story that captivates your audience and sets your business apart, join us on April 23, 2024.

Successful businesses all do one thing well: tell powerful, compelling stories. Stories are engaging and they help us form connections between ourselves and the storytellers. This creates an opportunity for businesses that want to build strong relationships with their audience.

The art of brand storytelling promotes the effective communication of your brand story, which is a summary of your business’ history, mission, purpose, and values.

This interactive workshop will:

Examine why brand story telling matters.
Identify and discuss the elements of a powerful brand story.
Discuss the elements of a powerful brand story.
Look at brand archetypes and how they influence.
Look at the seven steps to your own brand story.

This workshop will be delivered Face to Face
Trainer: Andre Arundell

*Disclaimer: By attending this in person event, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken during and may be used across digital marketing platforms and channels.

Be Part of the Film Industry Growth in Barking and Dagenham
2024-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Three Sixty Workrooms, Three Sixty Workrooms, 36-48 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8NW, United Kingdom
Join us to learn how you can be a part of the booming film industry in Barking and Dagenham!

Film and media are not just sectors; they are thriving ecosystems right here in our community. With the Wharf Studios in Barking and the Eastbrook Film Studios on the rise, the landscape for growth and collaboration has never been more promising.

Are you eager to explore the many contracting opportunities within the film industry? If so, be sure to mark your calendars for Tuesday, 26th March from 5pm to 7pm for an exclusive gathering at Three Sixty Workrooms, located at 36 – 48 Cambridge Road, Barking Essex IG11 8NW.

This event is not just about networking; it's about shaping the future and growth of these exciting sectors. Are you ready to discover first-hand what lies ahead? Are you keen to learn how your enterprise can be an integral part of the story?

Join us as we delve into the exciting possibilities that await small businesses like yours. Whether you're an established entity or an emerging entrepreneur, there may just be a perfect role for you.

Public Sector Contracts – Fit to Supply
2024-03-21 10:00 - 12:30 | Barking Enterprise Centre, Barking Enterprise Centre, 50 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8FG, United Kingdom
Get ready to learn how to win those public sector contracts and make your business shine at this key workshop!

One of the reasons that SMEs don’t win a tender is that they don’t answer the questions in the specification. That along with not pricing their good or service right. It’s important when responding to public sector contracts that you address all the questions being asked in the specification. The contracting authority is asking them for a reason. These will help them understand whether your business has the capabilities and capacity to deliver the contract.
This workshop will look at the process of applying for public sector contracts, what you need to have in place and what the buyer will often want you to demonstrate in your public sector contract response that they:

· Understand what they’re asking for.
· The legal requirements
· Have the economic and financial abilities and resources to fulfil the contract.
· Hold evidence of a track record in delivering similar goods or services to similar standards
· Have a qualified and professional team to deliver the contract.
· Can deliver social value as part of the contract.
· Where to find public sector contracts

This workshop will be delivered face to face.
Trainer: Karen West-Whylie.

Inspiring Inclusion - Women’s Month Speed Networking Event
2024-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Three Sixty Workrooms, Three Sixty Workrooms, 36-48 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8NW, United Kingdom
Come and network with us & join the public pledge to do one thing to inspire inclusion for women & girls in Barking & Dagenham in 2024!

Join us in celebrating Women's Month and International Women's Day with this year's theme, "Inspire Inclusion." This theme resonates deeply with the ongoing efforts across our borough of Barking & Dagenham to support women and girls, ensuring they have equal opportunities.
Did you know that in our borough, women leaders outnumber men in the social sector? Our partners in the London borough of Barking and Dagenham have a female Chief Executive, with more women than men in the cabinet of elected members. This representation is crucial as it provides visual role models for women and girls, showcasing diverse perspectives and leadership styles.
Research suggests that women often excel in leadership roles due to their ability to bring fresh perspectives, promote diversity of opinion, and prioritise work-life balance. Furthermore, women are more likely to seek assistance and support when needed, contributing to a more collaborative and inclusive environment.
With Barking and Dagenham boasting the youngest population in the country, it is our responsibility to inspire all young people to reach their full potential, seize opportunities, and prioritise their well-being, especially in these challenging times when mental health is a growing concern.
Don't miss this speed networking event on Wednesday, March 20th, from 5 pm to 7 pm, where you can connect with like-minded individuals. During the event, we will collectively pledge to take action to inspire inclusion for women and girls in Barking and Dagenham in 2024. Men are also encouraged to attend and contribute to this important conversation.
Together, let's inspire inclusion and create a more equitable future for all in our community.

Developing Your Market Entry Strategy (Finding new markets)
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Barking Enterprise Centre, Barking Enterprise Centre, 50 Cambridge Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8FG, United Kingdom
Learn how to expand your business into new markets and create a successful market entry strategy in this online event!

Expanding your brand/business into new markets allows you to potentially reach new customers, expand your business and grow your revenue. However, the process can be complex and filled with complications. A market entry strategy maximises your chances of success when moving into a new market.

This workshop will look at some of the reasons to consider before moving into a new market, the differences in the domestic and international market opportunities, and how you develop a market entry strategy effectively, and a plan to expand the visibility and distribution of a product or service.

This workshop will:

· Examine why you should consider moving to new markets.
· Look at market research and how to identify competitors!
· Explain domestic markets vs International.
· Identify the risks involved in moving to new markets.
· Identify the different types of market entry strategy.

This workshop will be delivered online.
Trainer: Andre Arundell
