Business Opportunities
New business opportunities and initiatives come online all the time for local businesses and we will promote them here whenever we hear about them. Keep checking this page for new opportunities as they come in.
For details about opportunities around the London 2012 Games please visit our dedicated London 2012 webpage.
For details about information and opportunities for New or Start Up Businesses visit our dedicated Starting A Business page.
For details about how to maximise energy efficiencies and save money for your business visit our Business Sustainability page.
Green Tourism Business Scheme - Free Entry Course
Wednesday 16 February 2012
Nash Manor, Steyning 10.30am - 3.30pm
Take advantage of this free one-day programme which will introduce the importance of green tourism and give you the first steps into achieving a green accreditation for your business. If you would like to learn more and take part email Katherine Hale or telephone 01243588706. www.green-business.co.uk
Enterprise Nation Teams up with Facebook to Help Support Small Businesses
Enterprise Nation has formed a partnership with social networking giant Facebook to support the UK’s small businesses. The partnership will be based around an ebook toolkit produced by Enterprise Nation which will help UK businesses use Facebook to engage with customers and grow their business. The news comes as Facebook reveals its £2.2 billion contribution to the UK economy and announces £4.2 million of advertising credits for UK small businesses. Enterprise Nation
Pulborough Business Show 19 April 2012
On the 19 April this year, Pulborough puts its best foot forward and invites business owners, entrepreneurs and employers to take part in an exciting new event.Over 100 local businesses ranging from home workers and sole traders through to large employers and high street retailers will come together in the vibrant heart of Pulborough to celebrate the diversity of commercial talent in the region. Entry is free but you must register via the website: www.pulboroughbusinessshow.co.uk
Gatwick Airport Draft Master Plan - participate in some important business research!
This online survey, commissioned by the Gatwick Diamond Initiative, will help identify how the Gatwick Diamond area is perceived as a business location and provide evidence of trends to help the GD respond constructively to the changing economic environment. This survey focuses upon the Gatwick Airport draft master plan which sets out a vision for the future of the airport. It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. Start the Survey
New Look Training from Sussex Enterprise
Sussex Enterprise has launched a fresh, new open training course programme with a clear focus on practical and relevant courses to meet the needs of businesses today. Visit Sussex Enterprise online or email: training@sussexenterprise.co.uk.
Getting Down to Business with Social Enterprise
WSSEN Workshop series 2012
A new series of free workshops is now on offer aimed at helping organisations to operate successfully as a social business. For more information and booking details visit www.wssen.org.uk. The course programme includes:
9 February: Starting up a social enterprise – putting your ideas into action
1 March: Planning ahead - preparing a business plan and business case for your social enterprise
21 March: Financing your social enterprise
Horsham Microbiz
10 March 2012 - 10th Anniversary Year!
There are an estimated 15% of home-based businesses out of a total of 53,000 households across the District. As a result of research into this sector Horsham District Council now organises Horsham Microbiz - an annual exhibition, networking and workshop event aimed at small and home-based business and anyone thinking of starting a business. The event is free to attend and enables businesses to update their business and work skills, obtain updates on government legislation and network or trade with other businesses. The next Microbiz event will take place on Saturday 10 March 2012 in Horsham Drill Hall. www.horshammicrobiz.co.uk Tel: 01403 215264.
Gatwick Diamond - Meet the Buyer Programme
The 'Meet the Buyer' programme allows you to meet face to face with buyers in the area. By attending a Meet the Buyer event you will meet face to face with major private and public sector buyers for private pre arranged sales appointments. These buyers are actively looking for new suppliers. For details of their 2012 event visit www.gatwickdiamondmeetthebuyers.co.uk
StartUp Britain - www.startupbritain.org
Launched this year, StartUp Britain is a national campaign and web platform supported by HM Government. It seeks to help start-ups and support businesses wanting to grow, with links to useful resources and offers from leading brands. The campaign is being run by a team of 8 business owners and entrepreneurs, with strong backing from the government. Why not join in today?
The Value of Networking
The value of networking is now widely accepted. Most businesses realise that word-of-mouth recommendation is by far the best way to gain new business. Check our list of Horsham District networking opportunities and find the group that's closest to you. If you know of a group that is not listed here please let us know so that we can share the news: Tel: 01403 215264. Email business.development@horsham.gov.uk
Opportunities for Business Growth
Changes in the business world are happening all the time. To keep abreast of developments nationally visit the Business Link webpages for updates on new publications, government campaigns and announcements, new regulations and advice and support. www.businesslink.gov.uk