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Yesterday we had the pleasure of welcoming Nigel Beacom QVRM TD VR DL from Somerset Lieutenancy to discuss The King's Awards for Enterprise. The King's Awards celebrate outstanding achievements by British businesses in four key areas: ·      Innovation ·      International Trade ·      Sustainable Development ·      Promoting Opportunity. If you're a business based in the UK and are excelling in any of these areas, then The King's Awards could be a fantastic recognition of your hard work! Applications for the 2026 awards open in May 2025. To find out more and see if your business qualifies, visit the official website: https://lnkd.in/d_ccFxiU #TheKingsAwards #BusinessAwards #InvestinBathnes #Somerset #UKBusiness Sue Marchant Mia Suter Claire Lynch Richard Burgess Mark Rogers Richard Burgess

Learn how to create a traditional business plan useful for start-ups and / or business seeking to raise loan finance with Cool Ventures on the 11th December 10am-1pm. During the webinar, they will cover: ·      Planning your vision. ·      Writing a business plan. ·      Managing cashflow. The webinar will be run by Emma Smith who runs a number of businesses and has been advising individuals on how to start and run successful business and obtain funding for over a decade. Book your FREE ticket here: https://shorturl.at/LUkqL Funded by the UK government through the #UKSPF #businessplan #startup #loan #funding #finance #businessgrowth #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #webinar

Improve the ranking of your website on Google along with SEO tips, tools and techniques with Cool Ventures webinar on the 10th December, 10am-1pm. During the webinar, you will learn about: ·      Finding the Right Keywords ·      Making Your Website Google-Friendly ·      Improving Your Google Rank. This will be presented by Ben Kinnaird, founder of Rather Inventive marketing agency. He has 20 years of experience working with small businesses to global enterprises in marketing and web design. Book your FREE ticket here: https://shorturl.at/0uQye Funded by the UK government through the #UKSPF #SEO #SEOTips #DigitalMarketing #WebsiteTraffic #GoogleRanking

The West of England Combined Authority has just launched a fantastic Local Nature Recovery Strategy and Toolkit. This is an amazing resource for anyone who wants to take action for nature in the region, from individuals to businesses and organisations. The strategy outlines clear priorities for nature recovery and even includes maps highlighting "focus areas" where our efforts can have the biggest impact. ️ This is a fantastic step towards a healthier environment for everyone in the West of England. Let's all do our part! Find out more and explore the toolkit here: https://lnkd.in/e8XnBYpT #NatureRecovery #WestOfEngland #WECA #Sustainability #Community

The UK government is consulting on proposals to strengthen Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). As part of the Make Work Pay plan, the government is committed to improving SSP. The consultation is looking at the percentage replacement rate for those earning below the current rate of SSP. The consultation closes on the 4th December 2024. You can find more information and respond to the consultation here: https://lnkd.in/eSu9Vdis #MakeWorkPay #StatutorySickPay #Consultation Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

Master LinkedIn to find your ideal audience, build authority, and watch your business soar. Join Cool Ventures webinar on the 27th November 10am-1pm. During this webinar, you will: ·      Understand the power of LinkedIn for building a professional network. ·      Develop a strong and strategic LinkedIn profile or company page for business. ·      Master effective online engagement and networking strategies that turn connections into conversions. ·      Generate leads and build valuable connections for your business to increase visibility. This will be presented by Katie S. at Bath Digitial Marketer, who is a Social Media Strategist and Manager specialising in LinkedIn and Instagram with 6+ years experience. Book your FREE ticket here: https://shorturl.at/LwFLf Funded by the UK government through the #UKSPF.

Are you tired of the traditional approach to training in the Events and Creative sectors? Muti Live is here to change the game! They’re a new West of England-based training provider, led by industry experts with over 20 years of experience. They're addressing the industry's biggest challenges: ·      The University Myth: University degrees often don't equip graduates with the practical skills needed for real-world roles. ·      Talent Shortages: They're committed to developing the next generation of skilled professionals in production, offstage, and technical roles. ·      The Accidental Manager Problem: They'll empower emerging leaders with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. ·      Diversity and Inclusion: They're breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds. Join them in shaping the future of the Events and Creative Industries > https://www.muti.live/ #MUTILive #Training #Events #Creative #SkillsGap #DiversityAndInclusion #CareerDevelopment

Home energy champions, dedicated outreach advisors and support for community owned renewables are part of a three-year National Lottery funded project that aims to create a thriving ecosystem of community-led action on energy across Bath and North East Somerset. Bath & North East Somerset Council partnered with Bath & West Community Energy, University of Bath and the Community Wellbeing Hub (BANES) to successfully bid for £1.5m funding from The National Lottery Climate Action Fund. The funding will support the creation of a network of Energy Champions, based within community groups, frontline services and third sector and health organisations across B&NES. They will be supporting peers, neighbours, communities and colleagues to access support around home energy, retrofit and renewables through a programme of local advice drop-ins and events and home visits providing basic draughtproofing and energy efficiency measures. Continue reading here: https://lnkd.in/eugxgePk #ClimateAction #CommunityEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #NationalLotteryFunding #BANES

Join other local business owners at Cool Ventures practical and interactive workshop aimed at helping you to plan for the future of your business on the 6th December 10am-1pm at Emersons Green Village Hall. This workshop will assist you to: ·      Create a simple yet effective plan for scaling your small business ·      Gain clarity on your business direction. ·      Focus on your personal goals, the values that shape your business identity, and how these contribute to your business's worth. ·      Plan ahead by future-proofing your business and seizing market opportunities. ·      Achieve results by empowering your team and building a united leadership approach, so your business can thrive without solely relying on you. This workshop will be presented by Paul Neck, from Business Doctors, who is an experienced and dedicated business strategy advisor specialising in assisting small businesses. Book your FREE ticket here: https://shorturl.at/KLqrl Funded by the UK government through the #UKSPF #businessworkshop #smallbusiness #businessgrowth #futureofwork #leadership #businessstrategy #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship

The most magical time of the year is set to return to Bath and North East Somerset with only one week to go until the much-loved Bath Christmas Market opens once more. From November 28 until December 15, Bath city centre will transform into a winter wonderland for 18 days with more than 180 twinkling chalets nestled amongst some of the iconic landmarks, including The Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and Bath’s historic Milsom Street. Residents in Bath and North East Somerset are invited to Bath Christmas Market one day early to explore the market at an exclusive preview event as the chalets open for the evening, alongside live entertainment, and festive food and drink. The annual residents’ preview evening takes place on Wednesday, November 27 between 5pm and 7pm. Continue reading here: https://lnkd.in/euMH7qcU #BathChristmasMarket #Bath #ChristmasMarket #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #ChristmasCountdown #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBusiness Bath & North East Somerset Council