 Open London
Programme Organiser: Newable
What is Open London?
The Open London project brings together London residents, local authorities, public and private sector organisations, innovative London SMEs and social enterprises to solve socio-economic, health and environmental challenges and increase living standards in London. The project will support 90 London SMEs or social enterprises to scale innovations, and we are currently recruiting SMEs to join the accelerator for the first two challenges in Energy and Housing.
Why should SMEs get involved?
By joining the Open London project, SMEs will have the opportunity to:
- Access an intensive Accelerator Programme, delivered by experts across three months
- Receive ongoing bespoke 1-2-1 support from our experienced Open Innovation Advisers
- Pitch to a panel for the possibility of receiving a small grant towards the development and commercialisation of their innovative product or service and, potentially, engage with London-based private and public sector organisations.
Applications for the first two Challenges focusing on innovative solutions around Housing and Energy will close on Wednesday 25th October at 5.00pm
 Help to Grow: Management programme
Programme Organiser: London South Bank University
What is Help to Grow?
Evidence shows improving and developing effective management practices can result in a productivity boost of up to 10% for your business. Help to Grow: Management is a unique executive development leadership and management course designed to help you to grow your business.
How does it work?
Designed to be undertaken alongside full-time work, the time commitment is 50 hours over 12 weeks. The course is 90% funded by the government, and with a one-off fee of only £750 upfront, Help to Grow: Management is a small investment that can play a big part in securing the future of your business.
The programme is delivered by world-class business schools across the UK and facilitated by subject experts. It uses a combination of online and face-to-face sessions alongside case study workshops to give you the opportunity to apply the concepts being taught to real-life situations faced by business leaders. By the end of the course, you will have developed a tailored Growth Action Plan to help you lead and develop your business with the aim of realising its full potential. You’ll be supported through the programme by your own mentor, as well as having the opportunity to learn from peers and network with businesses just like yours.
Next course starts on the Thursday 26th October with follow up cohorts in January 2024 and March 2024.
Cost: £750
More information: Help To Grow.PDF (1.31 MB)
 Tower Hamlets 50Plus Programme
Programme Organiser: Startup School for Seniors
Two Week Full Time Programme
Attention all Tower Hamlets residents aged 50+! Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business but needed help figuring out where to start? Startup School for Seniors 50Plus Programme is here to help you turn that dream into a reality!
This fully sponsored, two-week, full-time eLearning course is specifically designed for aspiring entrepreneurs in Tower Hamlets. You will learn from entrepreneur Suzanne Noble and business coach Mark Elliott as they guide you through the process of starting a successful business.
Not only will you gain valuable knowledge and skills, but you'll also have the opportunity to apply for a £5,000 grant once you complete the programme. Plus, you'll receive 1:2:1 mentoring sessions to address any challenges you may face.
Best of all, the course is fully online and designed to fit your existing lifestyle. So whether you have caring responsibilities, are unemployed or in work, you can take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to turn your passion or idea into a thriving business.
Don't miss out on this chance to make your dream a reality!
 Online small business meet-up: South East London
Event Organiser: Enterprise Nation
Are you an existing or budding small business owner? Want to grow your network in a friendly, relaxed, and supportive environment?
Enterprise Nation’s monthly online meet-ups bring together founders from all sectors to share ideas, learn new skills, solve challenges and inspire one another.
Running a small business needn’t be lonely. Register now for your next local meet-up.
Date & Time: Thursday 19th October, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
 In person - Business Support One Stop
Event Organiser: Small Business Research + Enterprise Centre
Welcome to Business Support One Stop!
This monthly in-person drop in morning will take place on the the fourth Tuesday of every month from 10am-2pm, 80 Basinghall Street EC2V 5AG
At this event, you'll have access to a variety of resources and experts who can help you with all aspects of your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we've got you covered. From marketing and sales to finance and legal, we've got the support you need to succeed!
Date & Time: Tuesday 24th October, 10am - 2pm
Location: 80 Basinghall Street EC2V 5AG (Map)
 Online - Lunch & Learn: Electrify your audience with impactful brand storytelling
Event Organiser: Enterprise Nation
In this Lunch and Learn, Sophie Turton will share how to use brand storytelling to electrify your content marketing.
You'll discover a practical framework to communicate your brand story with impact and get it in front of the right audiences. She will also explore the importance of storytelling and building a strong narrative for your business, as well as examples of how this is done well in practice.
Sophie is an award-winning NCTJ-qualified journalist and brand strategist. Taking a story-first approach to brand communications, she has grown multi-million dollar organisations by keeping them at the front of industry conversations.
Date & Time: Friday 20th October, 12pm - 12:30pm
 Find the best support for your business
Tower Hamlets Council has partnered with London Business Hub’s Wayfinder scheme to help small businesses connect with trusted, expert advice and support.
We know businesses need a helping hand from experts who understand what support is readily available to them - experts who can do all the hard work and connect businesses to impartial and excellent quality advice.
All you need to do is register using the link below and our local Wayfinder will contact you. They will then guide you through your support journey.
 Workspace – Craft Central
Studios and co-working spaces for makers, creatives and craftspeople
Are you looking for a new base for your creative business? Join our community at Craft Central, near Canary Wharf, and benefit from a 50% reduction in your first 3 months, on application.
Craft Central is the community for makers, creatives, and craftspeople in East London. Our flagship building offers studios and co-working spaces in an iconic building on the Isle of Dogs, an area packed with industrial history. A range of sizes is available to suit your needs. From 92 sqft - 316 sqft. Prices from £370.52 inc VAT. Price includes heating, power, wifi, VAT, free use of our 1,000 sqft gallery space, a teaching/workshop room, shared sinks, a communal kitchen (with free tea, coffee and milk), breakout area, and access 24/7.
Review from one of our studio's holders:
‘The studios are spacious and newly built units, with hot desks, meeting rooms, and exhibition space. The building has been adapted to fit an array of studios for designers, makers, and small businesses and has great breakout spaces to network and meet the other makers. The studios, social space and potential to hold workshops are a fantastic part of what makes Craft Central really a special place to work’
Contact Craft Central to book a visit or call us at 0207 538 0819
 Workspace - Oxford House
Oxford House is an arts and community space. We are based in a gorgeous Grade II listed building in the heart of Bethnal Green. Our commercial income helps to provide a subsidised programme of performing arts for local residents.
We are home to circa 30 resident organisations, working in the arts, culture and campaigning sectors.
Whether you want to hold a conference, staff awayday, board meeting, training event, filming or general get together we can help.
Our spaces include a 120 seat studio theatre, meeting rooms, roof terrace and a gorgeous wooden panel, Victorian chapel. All have super-fast wi-fi and full AV. We can also cater for your event from our very own café. The café is also great for informal meetings too.
For more information about work and meeting space, follow the link to venue hire below or email john.ryan@oxfordhouse.org.uk and arrange a visit.
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