Prepare to be inspired, empowered, and equipped for success as the UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference (BBEC) returns for its fourth annual event! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 25 June 2025, as this year’s conference promises to be the most dynamic yet, celebrating diversity, resilience, and the entrepreneurial spirit. Taking place in the vibrant heart […]
Entrepreneurs and innovators from across the West Midlands will get the opportunity to develop and grow their businesses by connecting with potential investors, partners and support organisations at a free event next March. Now in its 10th year, Venturefest West Midlands will take place on Wednesday, 19 March, at the Eastside Rooms, Woodcock Street, Birmingham. Among this year’s […]
Fintech investors are cautiously optimistic about the sector’s future, despite mounting concerns over valuations. A new survey by Fintech Connect reveals that while 69% of investors are uneasy about fintech valuations – with a quarter being “extremely concerned” – the majority (70%) still foresee steady growth over the next three to five years, demonstrating their […]
The European – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), which was officially signed in 2019, has marked a significant milestone in strengthening economic cooperation between the two regions. To facilitate international businesses, particularly European enterprises in accessing products information, finding business partners and expanding into the Vietnamese market, the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency under the Ministry […]
The fourth International Trade Week from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is open for UK businesses to join five days of free events, workshops and webinars that will help them unlock global opportunities. The action-packed week is free for companies of all sizes and sectors to attend, whether looking to secure their first […]
Santander UK has committed to a three-year sponsorship of a programme of Department for Business and Trade (DBT) events, which will help UK businesses of all sizes realise the opportunities presented by global trade. The sponsorship will cover DBT’s flagship annual export initiative, International Trade Week, taking place from 11 to 15 November 2024, as well […]
The International Credit Insurance & Surety Association (ICISA) is pleased to announce the third edition of ICISA Trade Credit Insurance Week, taking place from 7 to 10 October 2024. This global virtual event will highlight the pivotal role that Trade Credit Insurance plays in supporting businesses, particularly SMEs, in today’s rapidly changing economic environment. Throughout […]
Harrow Metro Bank is proud to announce its collaboration with the London Business Partnership to launch the Harrow Female Startup Accelerator Programme. This innovative six-week initiative, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and supported by the London Borough of Harrow, aims to provide Harrow based women with essential business skills, mentoring, and coaching to help them […]
The Leasing Foundation’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Group is proud to announce the launch of Connect Roulette, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bringing together over 300 professionals from the asset finance and leasing industry for personal, one-on-one networking opportunities. This new initiative pairs individuals from different organisations for a 30-minute chat, either online or […]
This year’s Business Finance Week 2024 sees the British Business Bank marking a decade of supporting access to finance for smaller businesses across the UK. Held from 26 September–3 October, with a host of free nationwide and regional in-person events, webinars and more, Business Finance Week helps smaller businesses learn about the different finance options […]
