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🎄✨ Last chance to join us for the Festive Social! ✨🎄 Just a few spots left for the ultimate festive gathering for social economy businesses, changemakers, and innovators—happening tomorrow! 🗓 Date: 13th December 2024 📍 Location: Alpha Works, Suffolk St Queensway, Birmingham B1 1TT Celebrate the season and share your passion for positive change with like-minded changemakers, all while enjoying delicious food and drinks. Connect with entrepreneurs, innovators, and community members in a warm and festive atmosphere. ✨ Don’t miss out—secure your spot now and join us for an inspiring evening filled with holiday spirit, collaboration, and good cheer! 🔗 Grab your spot here - https://lnkd.in/eRnyREna

🎄✨ Celebrate the Festive Season with the Social Economy Community! 🎄✨ Join Enterprise Nation and BEC (Birmingham Enterprise Community) for the final festive social of the WMCA Social Economy Programme. Let’s come together to inspire, connect, and celebrate a year of impact and innovation! 🗓 Date: 13th December 2024 📍 Location: Alpha Works, Suffolk St Queensway, Birmingham B1 1TT What to expect: 🎁 Festive conversations: Share your passion for creating a brighter future with like-minded changemakers while enjoying seasonal cheer, delicious food, and drinks in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 🌟 Themed topic tables: Exchange ideas and insights sparking innovation and collaboration. 🤝 Networking opportunities: Meet entrepreneurs, innovators, and community members in a relaxed, celebratory setting as we wrap up the year together. ✨ Don’t miss this joyful evening of community-building, inspiration, and festive celebration. Let’s end the year with meaningful connections, holiday spirit, and plenty of good cheer! https://lnkd.in/eRnyREna🔗 Secure your spot here and join us in shaping the future of the social economy. #SocialEconomy #FestiveNetworking #Entrepreneurship #Collaboration #CommunitySpirit

🌟 Excited to share an incredible opportunity to connect and collaborate within the thriving social economy community! 🌟 Join Enterprise Nation and Birmingham Enterprise Community for the final social of the WMCA Social Economy Programme, where we’ll come together to inspire, connect, and build a robust ecosystem for change-makers and entrepreneurs. 🗓 Date: 13th December 2024 📍 Location: Alpha Works, Suffolk St Queensway, Birmingham B1 1TT 💡 What to expect: ✨ Connective conversations: Dive into engaging discussions with like-minded individuals who share your passion for creating a better future. ✨ Topic tables: Share insights and exchange ideas on dedicated topics with guided prompts that spark innovation and collaboration. ✨ Networking opportunities: Meet and mingle with entrepreneurs, innovators, and community members who are driving positive change. This is your chance to be part of an empowering evening of community-building, inspiration, and meaningful connections. Don’t miss it! 🔗https://lnkd.in/eRnyREna - Secure your spot and join us for this transformative event. Let’s shape the future of the social economy together! #SocialEconomy #Entrepreneurship #Networking #Collaboration #CommunityBuilding

🚀 Looking to Bring Your Innovation to Life? Whether you already have a groundbreaking idea or need support on your journey to becoming more innovative, Innovation Worcestershire is here to help you navigate the innovation landscape with confidence. This program is designed to accelerate your time to market, boost your success rate, and guide you seamlessly from concept to commercialisation. 🌟 Key Benefits of Innovation Worcestershire : Comprehensive Support: Assistance throughout your innovation journey—from idea inception to bringing your product to market. Grant Funding: Access up to £20,000 to help implement your innovation projects and drive real growth. Free Expert Guidance: The BEC (Birmingham Enterprise Community) is honored to collaborate on this initiative, supported by an outstanding mentors. Together, we ensure you receive the guidance needed to craft a compelling submission for the Innovation Grants. Don't let your innovative ideas stay on the drawing board—bring them to life with the support of Innovation Worcestershire! 📧 For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/eD_rWnfb or reach out at businessinnovation@worcestershire.gov.uk. #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #FundingOpportunities #Worcestershire #BirminghamEnterpriseCommunity #Entrepreneurship

🚀 Ready to transform the future of health technology? 🚀 If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make a difference in HealthTech, the Kick Start FOR Health Tech programme has everything you need to bring your vision to life! This initiative, brought to you by Birmingham Enterprise Community (BEC) in collaboration with West Midlands Health Technologies Cluster (WMHTC) is tailored to support the next generation of HealthTech innovators in the West Midlands. What’s in it for you? Whether you're: - An emerging entrepreneur with a bright idea 💡 - Looking to pivot into HealthTech 🚀 - Or hoping to diversify your current sector 🌐 Kick Start FOR Health Tech offers FREE, expert-led work packages to guide you through: - Crafting your mission, mindset & vision - Adopting startup methodologies & building your team - Validating your product & attracting users - Preparing for industry and securing funding Why join? The West Midlands is buzzing with opportunities for HealthTech startups and scaleups, and our programme is here to help you overcome initial challenges and create a robust pathway to success in this thriving sector. Don’t miss out on this unique chance to bring your HealthTech idea to life! 🌟 Ready to make your mark? Sign up today and start your journey! - https://wkf.ms/3NSG5Se For any questions, reach out to our Kick Start Programme Team: 📩 Emma Yeap: emma@wmhtc.co.uk 📩 Jamie Rymer: jamie@becleaps.co.uk 📩 Lester Fernandes: lester@becleaps.co.uk 👉 Have you signed up yet?

🚀 Exciting Day at Birmingham Tech Week – HealthTech Day! It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces and meet some amazing new connections. It also marked the launch of our "Kickstart for HealthTech" programme, in partnership with the brilliant team at WMHTC West Midlands Health Technologies Cluster. So, what is Kickstart for HealthTech? It's a comprehensive support programme designed to empower the next generation of HealthTech innovators in the West Midlands. Whether you're: - A budding entrepreneur with a groundbreaking idea - Looking to transition into the HealthTech space - Hoping to diversify your current sector We’ve got you covered with FREE work packages, including: - Mission, Mindset & Vision crafting - Startup thinking & team building - Product validation & user acquisition - Industry readiness & funding guidance If this sounds like you, don’t miss out - find the link in the comments! For more information or to get involved, reach out to our amazing team: Emma Yeap: emma@wmhtc.co.uk Jamie Rymer: jamie@becleaps.co.uk Lester Fernandes: lester@becleaps.co.uk #HealthTechInnovation #BTW2024 #WestMidlandsTech

🚀 Exciting News for #BTW2024! We’re thrilled to announce the Kick Start FOR Health Tech programme, launching at Birmingham Tech Week on October 21, 2024! This innovative initiative, in collaboration with the West Midlands Health Technologies Cluster (WMHTC) and Birmingham Enterprise Community (BEC), is designed to empower the next generation of HealthTech innovators in the West Midlands. Whether you’re: • A budding entrepreneur with a brilliant idea • Looking to pivot into HealthTech • Seeking to diversify your sector This FREE programme offers comprehensive work packages including: • Mission, Mindset & Vision crafting • Startup thinking and team building • Product validation and user acquisition • Industry readiness and funding guidance Why the West Midlands? Our region is a hub for HealthTech innovation, with endless opportunities for startups and scaleups. We’re here to break down barriers and create a pipeline for success in this dynamic sector. Who Should Apply? • Innovators with ideas they're unsure about • Professionals looking to transition into HealthTech • Sectors aiming to diversify into health technologies Join us at #BTW2024 for an exclusive first look at this game-changing programme! Don’t miss out on the chance to kickstart your HealthTech journey. 👉 Sign up now and be part of the future of HealthTech innovation! Scan the QR Code or find the link in the comments below #BTW2024 #WestMidlandsTech #HealthTech #Innovation #Startups #Entrepreneurship #WestMidlands #TechWeek2024 #HealthTechnology #HealthTechInnovation

🚀 Exciting News for Birmingham Tech Week 2024! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that The Health Tech Day will be kicking off Birmingham Tech Week this year! Hosted by the WMHTC West Midlands Health Technologies Cluster in collaboration with Create Central, this must-attend event will explore the future of #healthcare #innovation with the theme: 🛠️ "The Future Awakens: Tomorrow’s Technology Today!" 📅 When: Monday, 21st October 2024 📍 Where: STEAMhouse, Birmingham Join us for a deep dive into AI and XR technologies that are shaping healthcare. You'll hear from industry giants like Google and Microsoft, along with local health tech innovators! 💡 ✨ What to Expect: AI Panel: Challenges & opportunities for AI in healthcare Tech & XR Zone: Hands-on demos of the latest in VR, AR, and MR in health XR Panel: How extended reality is transforming care and medical training Networking: Make valuable connections with experts from the tech and healthcare sectors 📌 Want to showcase your health tech innovations? Our Tech Zone is waiting for you! This is the perfect platform to demonstrate your cutting-edge solutions to industry leaders and innovators, email me now - ahmar@wmhtc.co.uk to find out more. 🔗 Don't miss out! Be part of the future of healthcare—register today and secure your spot for an unforgettable day of learning, networking, and collaboration. https://lnkd.in/eNAVmnqx We can't wait to see you there! 🎉 #BirminghamTechWeek2024 #HealthTechDay #InnovationInHealthcare #AI #XR #FutureOfHealthcare #TechInnovation #NetworkingOpportunities #STEAMHouse

We’re back with more business wisdom! 🚀 After a brief pause, we’re picking up right where we left off with our Knock Knock Business Series! 🎉 Jamie Rymer, our COO, is here with 3 must-know tips for every first-time founder. Ready to take notes? 📝 1️⃣ Love the Problem: Focus on solving the core problem, not just your solution. Passion for the problem drives innovation and resilience. 💡 2️⃣ Understand Your Target Audience: Knowing your audience inside and out is key. Learn their pain points, preferences, and needs to craft products and messages that truly resonate. 🎯 3️⃣ Be Humble & Hire Better People: Recognize your strengths, but don’t be afraid to bring in talent that’s smarter than you in key areas. A strong team is the backbone of any successful startup! 💪 Stay tuned for more of Jamie’s invaluable tips, and make sure you’re following along so you don’t miss a thing! ✨ #KnockKnockSeries #BusinessTips #FirstTimeFounders #Entrepreneurship #StartupSuccess

Win a £500 grant for your business with East Staffordshire Retail Ready Bootcamps 🚀 Sign up to the free online bootcamp to grow your business and be in with the chance of winning £500. ⏳Training starts on 27 August Secure your place now ⤵️ https://ow.ly/3LJ350SRRf0 East Staffordshire Borough Council BEC (Birmingham Enterprise Community)