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Waltham Forest Connected is LIVE!

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On 21 February we held a networking event to launch Waltham Forest Connected. Local businesses gathered to highlight their contribution to the borough and explore the website's tailored features, providing crucial support, opportunities, news and events for Waltham Forest's business community.

Waltham Forest Connected serves as a dynamic platform fostering the growth and prosperity of our local businesses. This launch is the start of an exciting journey, and we're eager to hear your input on future website developments.

Additionally, do not miss the chance to join the Waltham Forest Connected Directory and showcase your business to others across the borough.

Join the directory

Visit Waltham Forest Connected


Waltham Business Forum

Walthamstow Town Centre

Did you know there are regular business forums covering many parts of Walthamstow Town Centre? These meetings are run by the business community in collaboration with the council, to better understand the needs of businesses and work on initiatives to enhance economic opportunities. Successful initiatives include the Wood Street Summer Fete, a fully funded free family event, E17 Market Stories an outdoor photography exhibition and  What’s on Walthamstow a website designed to promote things to do in the Walthamstow area. Stay informed about upcoming meetings, by following Walthamstow Business Forum on Eventbrite.

Walthamstow business forum


FSB Business Bootcamp

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The FSB Business Bootcamp comes to London on Wednesday 20 March. Forming part of a national programme of Bootcamp events in FSB’s 50th year, it provides a great offer to small businesses and the self-employed across the London region, especially for those looking to unleash their potential and grow their business. The power-packed event is designed to equip business owners with knowledge and skills to succeed and give a chance to make connections with other business owners.

Date and time: Wednesday, 20 March 2024, 9:30 to 3:30
Location: TBXH Sunley House, 4 Bedford Park, Croydon, CR0 2AP

Book your place

This event also offers an opportunity for businesses to exhibit and reach a great number of small business owners and showcase products and services with potential clients.

Exhibition opportunities


Shift innovation Ecosystem

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Are you a London-based SME working on a solution to the sustainability challenges facing our built environment or energy sectors? SHIFT is looking for innovators like you!
The Future Industries Demonstrator will rapidly scale and launch your innovation, with successful applicants receiving up to £25,000 plus access to co-working spaces and tailored support. With 25% of UK carbon emissions directly linked to the built environment, reshaping our urban landscape is crucial to our fight against climate change.

Shift innovation Ecosystem


Commercial Property Rates: Free Advice

cake cafe business owners with open sign

Property Advice Service are offering FREE support to businesses, making sure they are fully prepared to understand their business rate obligations and eligibility for rate relief.
Their property experts are on hand to deliver support, worth hundreds of pounds per hour, and help businesses navigate this complex aspect of business property management.
To receive free support, simply fill the registration form and for enquiries and questions, please email info@londonbp.co.uk

Registration form


Virgin Start Up Programme

Virgin start up programme

Virgin Empower100 programme is a government backed, free accelerator programme. The 8 week programme is designed for under-represented founders in the Greater London area. Founders can expect support on a range of topics to scale their business, including Growth strategies, sales and marketing, leadership, funding options, financial planning, and pitching. There is also a demo day at the end of the programme for selected founders to pitch to a room full of investors.

Applications close 21 March 2024, apply now for their next programme running April 18 to May 30, 2024

Virgin Empower100


Business and IP Centre (BIPC) Local - On this month

Free Accounts & Tax Clinics - Wednesday, 6 March 3pm to 6:30pm 

Marketing Through The Media - Wednesday, 6 March 10:30am to 12pm

10 Steps to Shine Online this Spring- Thursday, 7 March 12:30pm to 1:45pm

International Women's Day Market - Saturday, 9 March 10am to 7:30pm

Register Your Business on HMRC - Wednesday, 13 March 11am to 12pm

Sales Club 2024 - Thursday, 28 March 9am to 12pm

Adult Learning Centre Drop-In Clinics - Tuesday, 26 March 12pm to 5pm

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