Malvern Hills District Council sent this bulletin at 16-01-2018 10:03 AM GMT
Pressing Print on a Bright Future
A teenager is starting the New Year with a bright future in the
printing industry after swapping college for an apprenticeship.
Tyler Cleveley has just finished a 12 month training programme with
Malvern based Printed Banners & Signs Ltd.
Over the last year the 19-year-old has been honing his skills in all
aspects of design and print from putting together artwork using the latest
software packages, to preparing files for print, operating digital and flatbed
printers and working with a range of other media.
As well as 12 months experience in the industry with the Spring Lane
South based company, Tyler has also gained a Level 3 City and Guilds Diploma in
ICT Professional Competence, equivalent to A-Levels.
He impressed so much during his training programme that he has now been
offered a permanent position with the company when his apprenticeship ends in
February.
The company received a £1,000 grant from Malvern Hills District Council
to help pay the costs of training Tyler. Further financial support is also
available from the Government.
Applications are being invited for grants that help fund the costs of capital expenditure on tourism infrastructure.
The aim is to support projects that will improve the range and quality of visitor experiences, and encourage more tourists to come, to stay longer and to spend more money in rural Worcestershire.
Priority will be given to projects that: create new or grow existing visitor attractions; develop infrastructure to connect rural visitor assets, including cycle way and footpaths, and local tourism signage and interpretation; support the use and provenance of Worcestershire food and drink.
The minimum grant amount is £50k. Expressions of Interest must be received before midnight on 31 May 2018.
Degree Apprenticeship Funding for Small Businesses
SMEs have an opportunity to access government funding for degree apprenticeship training, helping them to accelerate productivity and growth at a fraction of the usual cost.
If your UK wage bill is under £3 million per year, the government could pay up to 100% of the training costs.
Designed to fill skills gaps in business and industry, degree apprenticeships can be used for existing staff in the organisation or to help bring in new talent that will bring fresh ideas to the business.
Aston University is hosting a series of free workshops during February and March 2018 to help SMEs understand the benefits degree apprenticeships can bring to their organisation and get the advice and expertise to access funding.
A £12,000 prize awaits the entrepreneur with the best idea in Worcestershire. An innovation scheme aimed at developing ideas from Worcestershire’s entrepreneurs into successful, thriving enterprises has been launched.
The Make It Happen challenge is inviting anyone in the county with a business idea to submit their plans and, potentially, win a cash prize and series of bespoke sponsorship packages from successful local businesses keen on helping to develop grass roots ideas. Organised by WINN – a Worcestershire County Council and Worcestershire LEP initiative which has formed a collaboration of the region’s best innovators with a mission to advance ideas and entrepreneurs – the challenge will see one idea receive a prize package worth £12,000.
The winning entry will be announced on 28 February 2018, and will receive a £5,000 cash reward, together with packages from the Make It Happen sponsors totalling £1,000 each.
Participants are invited to enter the Make It Happen challenge by visiting https://winn-hub.com/make-it-happen/ and filling out an application form before the deadline of 31 January 2018.
Unit Available at Link Business Centre
High specification industrial premises extending to 1,725 SqFt available at Link Business Centre offering space for a variety of uses (subject to necessary consents), benefitting from fully insulated composite Kingspan cladding, electrically operated roller shutter door measuring 4.5m (H) x 3m (W), 24 hour CCTV with managed gate access, dedicated loading areas, additional and allocated car parking.
23rd January 2018, 4pm – 6pm | The Hive, Worcester
Join Neil Curtis, Director at Net Visibility Web Marketing and find out about the latest trends for online marketing and the move towards mobile advertising. You will hear about the latest techniques and platforms available for marketers to help you keep abreast of the ever-changing demands of the online world.
There will also be a showcase of relevant case studies that demonstrate excellent use of online and mobile marketing. Topics covered during this first part of the session will include SEO, paid search and online display advertising, mobile marketing, re-marketing, social media, online demographics and analytics.
25th January 2018 | Three Counties Showground, Malvern
The inaugural Three Counties Careers Fair will be held on Thursday 25 January at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern.
1500 young people are programmed to attend. Businesses can exhibit for free.
For more information email contact Mark Harwood-Browne, Education Executive.
WINN Advanced Manufacturing Roundtable
29th January 2018, 11am – 2:30pm | The Hive, Worcester
An initiative launched by WINN, in partnership with Worcester Business
Central and The HIVE.
The aim of the round table is three-fold: focus on a specific sector, in this case Advanced Manufacturing;
promote large organisations working in the specified sector to showcase their capabilities; and connect local businesses working in the specified sector with other organisations to realise their shared growth goals.
30th January 2018, 11am – 2:30pm | The Hive, Worcester
An initiative launched by WINN, in partnership with Worcester Business Central and The HIVE.
The aim of the round table is three-fold: focus on a specific sector, in this case Agri-tech; promote large organisations working in the specified sector to showcase their capabilities; and connect local businesses working in the specified sector with other organisations to realise their shared growth goals.
7th - 8th February 2018, 10am – 4pm | The Council Chamber, Malvern
A must for any would-be entrepreneur in the early stages of planning their business.
This FREE two day course covers all aspects of setting up a business from getting the right mind set to basic financial control techniques, market research and writing a business plan.
15th February 2018, 11am – 2:30pm | The Hive, Worcester
An initiative launched by WINN, in partnership with Worcester Business Central and The HIVE.
The aim of the round table is three-fold: focus on a specific sector, in this case Cyber and IT; promote large organisations working in the specified sector to showcase their capabilities; and connect local businesses working in the specified sector with other organisations to realise their shared growth goals.
FinditinWorcestershire Breakfast Meeting: Be Cyber Secure to Win Contracts
20th February 2018, 6:45am – 9:30am | Sixways Stadium, Worcester
There is a comprehensive package of cyber security support in
Worcestershire and this event aims to help you open new markets and
opportunities for growth.
The Be Cyber Secure programme is part funded by the European Regional
Development Fund 2014 - 2020 in partnership with the district and county
councils. It has been launched to assist both Worcestershire SME's to improve
their cyber security to enable business growth and to support the expansion of
the region's cyber sector businesses.
This event is also a must for businesses in the cyber sector to hear
about grants of up to £20k to help them expand and grow.
28th February 2018, 5pm – 8:30pm | University Arena, Worcester
Sometimes funding your business calls for innovative thinking. WINN will be showcasing both conventional and dynamic ways to finance your next great idea!
Midlands Cyber, in partnership with Titania are hosting a free
workshop, led by Andy Williams, the International Director of the iCyber Centre
@bwtech, Maryland. The workshop has been tailored by the team and Andy
Williams, to ensure Midlands based cyber who are looking for a market entry
strategy for the USA, can access the best advice and guidance possible.
Andy Williams is an international business expert who helps
cybersecurity companies succeed overseas. He has also led initiatives for the
US and UK governments to grow transatlantic trade and investment in
cybersecurity. Previously, he led the international business development of UK
cybersecurity software start-up Titania, which now supplies to 90+ countries.
7th March 2018, 9am – 7pm | Chateau Impney, Droitwich
Get involved and encourage over 2000 of our young people to consider careers within your industry. Help explain to them the skills and qualifications employers are looking for and provide them with the opportunity to undertake a have a go activity to demonstrate potential roles within your business.
If you are interested in securing a place at this event then please contact CEC@worcestershire.gov.uk to obtain a booking form and receive further information.
Chamber Business Expo
8th March 2018, 9:30am – 3pm | Three Counties Showground, Malvern
With over 120 exhibitors from lots of business sectors, a dedicated Network Zone with free tea and coffee - don't miss the chance to raise your profile with others in the Herefordshire & Worcestershire business community.
President's Lecture Series: War - A Surgeon's Experience
29th March 2018, 9am – 11am | Malvern College, Malvern
These lectures are a great opportunity for attendees to benefit from the considerable knowledge of the high level speakers, as well as network with other business people and enjoy breakfast.
This lecture will be delivered by Dr Zaheer Shah, Consultant Urological Surgeon. Dr Shah studied medicine at The Medical School, University of Birmingham and graduated in 1994. He joined the Royal Army Medical Corps while at University and after his house jobs, served for several years with The 7th Parachute Regiment, Royal Horse Artillery, seeing active duty in Bosnia, Northern Ireland, Iraq and most recently Afghanistan.
President's Lecture Series: Success at Olympic Level
31st May 2018, 9am – 11am | Malvern College, Malvern
These lectures are a great opportunity for attendees to benefit from the considerable knowledge of the high level speakers, as well as network with other business people and enjoy breakfast.
This lecture will be delivered by Beth Tweddle, Britain’s greatest ever female gymnast.
Beth is a former British Artistic Gymnast and is the most successful British Female Gymnast in the history of the sport. Her impressive achievements include being an Olympic Bronze Medallist, a triple World Champion, a six-time European Champion, a Commonwealth Champion and seven-time consecutive National Champion.
31st May 2018, 9:30am – 4:30pm | Three Counties Showground, Malvern
The Three Counties Defence and Security Expo (#3CDSE) is the region’s leading expo for the defence and security industry, providing a forum for military, suppliers and security agencies to identify common interests, solutions and opportunities.
The theme is Innovation, with a focus on cyber security, hardware and vehicles, UAV and counter-UAV technology, communications and military procurement.
The event is unique amongst defence and security expos, in that it offers business to business networking with key decision-makers. It includes a day-long programme of expert speakers and workshops and a major exhibition.
