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International
The New EU Eco-Design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)
19/03/2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
The EU’s Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) came into force on 18th July 2024 meaning the regulation is likely to have a hard implementation date of around January 2026. Hailing from the bloc’s Circular Economy Action Plan of March 2020, this is perhaps its most ambitious sustainability regulation yet, its aim to make environmentally sustainable products the norm across the EU.
Webinar
International
Boosting EU E-Commerce – Understanding Duties, Documentation & Compliance
27/01/2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Calling all e-commerce companies: Boost your competitiveness in the EU through better understanding of duties/VAT, Incoterms, documentation, regulation, and more.
Webinar
International
European Deforestation Regulations (EUDR)
27/01/2026
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Online
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
The EUDR (European Deforestation Regulations) comes into force December 2025 for export/import to the EU of multiple commodities (and their derivatives) including wood, rubber, soy and more. There is no exemption for small companies. If you export to (or import into) the EU you need to ensure compliance with the EUDR.
Webinar
International
UK-EU New Strategic Partnership Update
13/01/2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
In 2025, the UK Government and the EU adopted a joint statement which outlines a new strategic partnership between both parties, building on the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement and the Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Some areas may be implemented ahead of, or without the need for, new formal agreements. Join us for this bitesize webinar where we will update you on the key elements of the new partnership and how it is anticipated this will evolve over time.
Workshop
High Growth Academy
Organic Search
Advanced SEO
19/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Nottingham Belfry, Nottingham, NG8 6PY
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. If you’re already on top of the basics of SEO and want to further improve your website’s rankings, this workshop is for you. Building on our Modern SEO workshop, you’ll learn more about dealing with indexing issues, how to improve the user experience of your website, providing signals of E-E-A-T, analyzing Search Console and other data, plus tips on using structured data and image optimisation.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
High Growth Academy
Generative AI for Scaling Companies: Building teams with ChatGPT and Copilot
12/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. Generative AI is no longer a novelty; it's a core driver for scaling businesses. But moving from casual, individual use to a secure, company-wide strategy is the biggest hurdle. This practical workshop is a playbook for leaders in high-growth companies. It cuts through the hype and focuses on how to deploy ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot safely and effectively, turning your team into a more productive, AI-enabled workforce.
Workshop
Marketing
Branding, From Bland to Brilliant: Make Your Business Unforgettable
11/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Nottingham, Castle Bridge Road Castle Marina, Park, Nottingham, NG7 1GX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
In a noisy market, blending in means being overlooked. This practical, hands-on workshop helps small business owners and marketing teams transform their business from forgettable to irresistible. You’ll discover how to define a clear, authentic brand, position yourself confidently in your market, and tell your story in a way that connects with the right audience.
Workshop
HR and Employment Law
Recruitment and Selection – How to Recruit the Right Staff
06/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Cromford Mills, Matlock, DE4 3RQ
This event is for Derbyshire
This workshop is suitable for those embarking upon recruitment for the first time, and for more experienced recruiters who wish to update their skills and knowledge of current good practice.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Vibe Coding – Using AI Prompts to Improve your Website, Write Code and Build Apps
05/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Holiday Inn Nottingham, Castle Bridge Road Castle Marina, Park, Nottingham, NG7 1GX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Now you can use AI prompts to develop website pages, code solutions, and even build the apps you never thought you could. Rapid changes in the world of programming have been bought about through the abilities of AI. The term “Vibe coding” describes how you can now use your creativity to build solutions using only AI prompts, even if you are a non-technical person. Wow!
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
The Impact of AI on Search Engine Optimisation
04/03/2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Novotel Nottingham East Midlands, Nottingham, NG10 4EP
This event is for Derbyshire
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising search engine optimisation (SEO). This session explores AI-powered tools, changes in search algorithms & results, and ways to utilise AI in SEO. Learn how AI improves keyword research, content creation, and how to stay competitive in an evolving search landscape. This workshop is open to Nottingham city businesses only.
Workshop
Marketing
Branding, From Bland to Brilliant: Make Your Business Unforgettable
03/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Markham Vale Environment Centre, Duckmanton, S44 5HY
This event is for Derbyshire
In a noisy market, blending in means being overlooked. This practical, hands-on workshop helps small business owners and marketing teams transform their business from forgettable to irresistible. You’ll discover how to define a clear, authentic brand, position yourself confidently in your market, and tell your story in a way that connects with the right audience.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
High Growth Academy
Scaling Sales with RevOps & CRM
27/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
East Midlands Chamber, Chesterfield, S41 8ND
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. As companies scale, "heroic" individual sales efforts break. Predictable, high-growth revenue requires a systematic, repeatable machine. This workshop is for businesses ready to move beyond using their CRM as a simple address book. It provides a practical roadmap to turn your CRM into the central engine for your sales process, introducing the core ideas of Revenue Operations (RevOps) to align Marketing, Sales, and Service and drive efficient growth.
Workshop
Finance and Funding
Managing Finance
26/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire
We know delegates are likely to be at different levels when it comes to their understanding of finance for business. That’s why we’ve tailored this session to naturally involve Peer Learning. There’s real benefit in working collaboratively in pairs or small groups to discuss concepts or find solutions to problems.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Vibe Coding – Using AI Prompts to Improve your Website, Write Code and Build Apps
25/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Cromford Mills, Matlock, DE4 3RQ
This event is for Derbyshire
Now you can use AI prompts to develop website pages, code solutions, and even build the apps you never thought you could. Rapid changes in the world of programming have been bought about through the abilities of AI. The term “Vibe coding” describes how you can now use your creativity to build solutions using only AI prompts, even if you are a non-technical person. Wow!
Workshop
Paid Digital Marketing
Social Media
Paid Social Media Masterclass
24/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Mansfield Innovation Centre, Mansfield, NG18 5BR
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Social media advertising provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers. If you are already using social media for your business you will be aware that social media marketing can be cost effective, highly targeted, and adaptable to any business objective. Business pages are finding it harder to reach their customers and potential customers organically (not having to pay) and are now turning their attentions to paid social marketing. Social media advertising (or biddable social marketing) provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers that would not normally see their organic posts, or reach existing customers with new services or products.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
High Growth Academy
Embedding AI Workflows into your Growth Strategy
20/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Nottingham Belfry, Nottingham, NG8 6PY
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. High-growth businesses eventually hit operational bottlenecks as manual processes, inconsistent decision-making, and siloed knowledge begin to drag down productivity and efficiency. AI is now mature enough to automate and accelerate these processes but knowing where to start and how to do it safely can be overwhelming. This practical and highly interactive workshop demystifies AI automation and shows you how to embed AI workflows directly into your growth strategy.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
The Impact of AI on Search Engine Optimisation
17/02/2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Coney Green Business Centre, Clay Cross, S45 9JW
This event is for Derbyshire
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising search engine optimisation (SEO). This session explores AI-powered tools, changes in search algorithms & results, and ways to utilise AI in SEO. Learn how AI improves keyword research, content creation, and how to stay competitive in an evolving search landscape. This workshop is open to Nottingham city businesses only.
Workshop
Organic Search
Modern SEO
12/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Makeney Hall Hotel, Milford, Belper, DE56 0RS
This event is for Derbyshire
If you want to outrank your competitors and get more free traffic from Google, this is the workshop for you! From choosing the right target keywords to getting other websites to link to yours, you will learn all about search engine optimisation (SEO) and how to use the techniques on your own site.
Workshop
Leadership
Friend to Supervisor – Establishing Authority
09/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Often individuals are promoted as they are good workers and find themselves suddenly in charge of those who previously worked alongside them previously. This workshop is for anyone who finds themselves struggling to establish themselves as a team leader or supervisor.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Vibe Coding – Using AI Prompts to Improve your Website, Write Code and Build Apps
05/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Coney Green Business Centre, Clay Cross, S45 9JW
This event is for Derbyshire
Now you can use AI prompts to develop website pages, code solutions, and even build the apps you never thought you could. Rapid changes in the world of programming have been bought about through the abilities of AI. The term “Vibe coding” describes how you can now use your creativity to build solutions using only AI prompts, even if you are a non-technical person. Wow!
Workshop
High Growth Academy
Organic Search
Advanced SEO
02/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. If you’re already on top of the basics of SEO and want to further improve your website’s rankings, this workshop is for you. Building on our Modern SEO workshop, you’ll learn more about dealing with indexing issues, how to improve the user experience of your website, providing signals of E-E-A-T, analyzing Search Console and other data, plus tips on using structured data and image optimisation.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
High Growth Academy
Embedding AI Workflows into your Growth Strategy
30/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
East Midlands Chamber, Chesterfield, S41 8ND
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. High-growth businesses eventually hit operational bottlenecks as manual processes, inconsistent decision-making, and siloed knowledge begin to drag down productivity and efficiency. AI is now mature enough to automate and accelerate these processes but knowing where to start and how to do it safely can be overwhelming. This practical and highly interactive workshop demystifies AI automation and shows you how to embed AI workflows directly into your growth strategy.
Workshop
Organic Search
Modern SEO
29/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire
If you want to outrank your competitors and get more free traffic from Google, this is the workshop for you! From choosing the right target keywords to getting other websites to link to yours, you will learn all about search engine optimisation (SEO) and how to use the techniques on your own site.
Information & Networking
High Growth Academy
High Growth Academy – Growth Forum
29/01/2026
8:30 am - 11:00 am
University of Nottingham - Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2GX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Join us at the High Growth Academy - Growth Forum: Driving Business Growth Through Innovation. Innovation is the engine of growth, but scaling an innovative business comes with unique challenges. In this interactive forum, a panel of leading experts will share insights and practical strategies to help you overcome these hurdles and unlock your venture’s full potential.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
High Growth Academy
Generative AI for Scaling Companies: Building teams with ChatGPT and Copilot
27/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Nottingham Belfry, Nottingham, NG8 6PY
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop is part of the Digital High Growth Academy. Generative AI is no longer a novelty; it's a core driver for scaling businesses. But moving from casual, individual use to a secure, company-wide strategy is the biggest hurdle. This practical workshop is a playbook for leaders in high-growth companies. It cuts through the hype and focuses on how to deploy ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot safely and effectively, turning your team into a more productive, AI-enabled workforce.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Utilising ChatGPT for your Business
03/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Mercure Leicester The Grand Hotel, Leicester, LE1 6ES
This event is for Leicester city
Are you intrigued by the potential of artificial intelligence for your business? Have you heard of ChatGPT and want to know how it can help streamline your operations and improve your marketing? This one-day action planning workshop is designed to introduce you to the powerful world of ChatGPT. This workshop is a fantastic opportunity for business owners and marketing managers at SMEs to understand and adopt AI in their business strategy.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Vibe Coding – Using AI Prompts to Improve your Website, Write Code and Build Apps
18/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Ibis Budget Derby, Derby, DE65 6DX
This event is for Derbyshire
Now you can use AI prompts to develop website pages, code solutions, and even build the apps you never thought you could. Rapid changes in the world of programming have been bought about through the abilities of AI. The term “Vibe coding” describes how you can now use your creativity to build solutions using only AI prompts, even if you are a non-technical person. Wow!
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Vibe Coding – Using AI Prompts to Improve your Website, Write Code and Build Apps
13/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel, Nottingham, NG5 2BT
This event is for Nottingham
Now you can use AI prompts to develop website pages, code solutions, and even build the apps you never thought you could. Rapid changes in the world of programming have been bought about through the abilities of AI. The term “Vibe coding” describes how you can now use your creativity to build solutions using only AI prompts, even if you are a non-technical person. Wow!
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Vibe Coding – Using AI Prompts to Improve your Website, Write Code and Build Apps
28/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Makeney Hall Hotel, Milford, Belper, DE56 0RS
This event is for Derbyshire
Now you can use AI prompts to develop website pages, code solutions, and even build the apps you never thought you could. Rapid changes in the world of programming have been bought about through the abilities of AI. The term “Vibe coding” describes how you can now use your creativity to build solutions using only AI prompts, even if you are a non-technical person. Wow!
Workshop
Marketing
Branding, From Bland to Brilliant: Make Your Business Unforgettable
04/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
The Bridge Skills Hub, Worksop, S80 1DT
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
In a noisy market, blending in means being overlooked. This practical, hands-on workshop helps small business owners and marketing teams transform their business from forgettable to irresistible. You’ll discover how to define a clear, authentic brand, position yourself confidently in your market, and tell your story in a way that connects with the right audience.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Organic Search
The Impact of AI on Search Engine Optimisation
05/02/2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel, Nottingham, NG5 2BT
This event is for Nottingham
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising search engine optimisation (SEO). This session explores AI-powered tools, changes in search algorithms & results, and ways to utilise AI in SEO. Learn how AI improves keyword research, content creation, and how to stay competitive in an evolving search landscape. This workshop is open to Nottingham city businesses only.
Workshop
Finance and Funding
High Growth Academy
High Growth Academy – Growth Drivers: Access to Finance
25/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
University of Nottingham - Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2GX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Effectively managing the challenges of change is vital to successful growth. This workshop will equip you with tools to manage change effectively, helping you to recognise the drivers of change, how these affect stakeholders differently and what you can do to achieve a successful outcome for your business.
Workshop
High Growth Academy
Leadership
High Growth Academy – Growth Builders: Structure for Scale: Projects, Insights & Future Tech
12/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Enterprise Centre, Derby, DE1 3LD
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
This workshop will explore proven methodologies to lead complex projects with confidence, balance scope and risk, align with stakeholder priorities, and leverage technology to drive strategic impact.
Workshop
High Growth Academy
Leadership
High Growth Academy – Growth Builders: Turning Ideas into Actionable Business Cases
09/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Enterprise Centre, Derby, DE1 3LD
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Effectively managing the challenges of change is vital to successful growth. This workshop will equip you with tools to manage change effectively, helping you to recognise the drivers of change, how these affect stakeholders differently and what you can do to achieve a successful outcome for your business.
Workshop
High Growth Academy
Leadership
High Growth Academy – Growth Drivers: Thinking Like a Strategist
22/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
University of Nottingham - Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2GX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Apply strategic thinking tools to navigate uncertainty and plan for scale up. This workshop focuses on evaluating strategic management frameworks and their effectiveness in navigating volatile and complex business environments. It emphasises the development and application of agile strategies to foster competitive advantage and adaptability.
Workshop
Marketing
Social Media
Mastering Graphic Design with Canva and Adobe Express
14/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Nottingham, Castle Bridge Road Castle Marina, Park, Nottingham, NG7 1GX
This event is for Nottingham
From establishing a cohesive brand kit to creating animated content that captures attention, this hands-on workshop will transform your approach to visual marketing. You'll leave with ready-to-use templates, branded assets and the confidence to maintain consistent, professional visuals across all your marketing channels. *This workshop is only open to established enterprises located in Nottingham.
Workshop
Marketing
Social Media
Mastering Graphic Design with Canva and Adobe Express
24/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Nottingham, Castle Bridge Road Castle Marina, Park, Nottingham, NG7 1GX
This event is for Nottingham
From establishing a cohesive brand kit to creating animated content that captures attention, this hands-on workshop will transform your approach to visual marketing. You'll leave with ready-to-use templates, branded assets and the confidence to maintain consistent, professional visuals across all your marketing channels. *This workshop is only open to established enterprises located in Nottingham.
Workshop
Sales
Generating and Winning New Sales
12/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Glossop Business Centre, Glossop, Derbyshire, SK13 7AG
This event is for Derbyshire
Every business will at some point have to generate and win new sales, even if you have a regular customer base, who keep buying from you, natural attrition or the need to grow or compete will require new sales activity. Please check eligibility criteria when booking.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Getting Started with Business Process Automation
10/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Dronfield Hall Barn, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 1PX
This event is for Derbyshire
Uncover how workflow automation tools and AI can revolutionise everyday business operations. This action-planning workshop introduces SMEs to business process automation using iPaaS platforms like Zapier, Make, and Power Automate, alongside powerful Large Language Models such as ChatGPT.
Webinar
Artificial Intelligence
Introduction to Marketing AI & ChatGPT
18/12/2025
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Online
This event is for Anybody
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) are changing how marketing works. This 90-minute webinar offers a beginner-friendly look at Marketing AI, with a focus on ChatGPT and other AI tools that are making waves in the industry.
Workshop
Marketing
Practical Guide to Marketing
03/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Ibis Budget Derby, Derby, DE65 6DX
This event is for Derbyshire
Marketing, you've heard about it, you know it's important for your business, but still, you may find the task of growing your business and getting its name out there an overwhelming one. With all the different marketing strategies and schools, it can be difficult to choose the best way to allocate your limited amount of time and financial resources in a way that'll get you the highest return on your marketing.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Getting Started with Business Process Automation
11/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Novotel Nottingham East Midlands, Nottingham, NG10 4EP
This event is for Derbyshire
Uncover how workflow automation tools and AI can revolutionise everyday business operations. This action-planning workshop introduces SMEs to business process automation using iPaaS platforms like Zapier, Make, and Power Automate, alongside powerful Large Language Models such as ChatGPT.
Workshop
Marketing
Practical Guide to Marketing
26/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Lee Wood Best Western, Buxton, SK17 6TQ
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Marketing, you've heard about it, you know it's important for your business, but still, you may find the task of growing your business and getting its name out there an overwhelming one. With all the different marketing strategies and schools, it can be difficult to choose the best way to allocate your limited amount of time and financial resources in a way that'll get you the highest return on your marketing.
Workshop
Leadership
Assertiveness and Personal Effectiveness
19/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire
This course will equip participants with the skills and knowledge they need to become more confident in their exchanges at work and in the wider aspects of their life. The course will consider aspects such as personal brand, self esteem, values, responses to potential or actual conflict and situational self confidence.
Workshop
Customer Service
Customer Service Excellence – Getting it right
18/12/2025
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Summit Centre, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 7LL
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Front line staff – are ultimately the Ambassadors for the company – whether they are dealing with suppliers, customers, or colleagues it is vital they get it right. This highly practical day enables participants to review and explore the true meaning of “excellent customer service”. It focuses on the challenges – and rewards – of managing both internal and external customers effectively face to face and over the telephone.
Workshop
Paid Digital Marketing
Social Media
Paid Social Media Masterclass
22/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Dronfield Hall Barn, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 1PX
This event is for Derbyshire
Social media advertising provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers. If you are already using social media for your business you will be aware that social media marketing can be cost effective, highly targeted, and adaptable to any business objective. Business pages are finding it harder to reach their customers and potential customers organically (not having to pay) and are now turning their attentions to paid social marketing. Social media advertising (or biddable social marketing) provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers that would not normally see their organic posts, or reach existing customers with new services or products.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Harnessing AI for Business: Practical Applications and Legal Insights
15/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Ibis Budget Derby, Derby, DE65 6DX
This event is for Derbyshire
Discover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and Large-Language Models in business operations. Aimed at professionals across multiple industries, this session will explore using AI to enhance data analysis, streamline processes, and foster innovation.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Utilising ChatGPT for your Business
13/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire
Are you intrigued by the potential of artificial intelligence for your business? Have you heard of ChatGPT and want to know how it can help streamline your operations and improve your marketing? This one-day action planning workshop is designed to introduce you to the powerful world of ChatGPT. This workshop is a fantastic opportunity for business owners and marketing managers at SMEs to understand and adopt AI in their business strategy.
Workshop
Website and Ecommerce
WordPress Masterclass
17/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Eastwood Hall, Nottingham, NG16 3SS
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
WordPress powers over 43% of the web. Everything from hobby blogs to the biggest news sites online use this CMS. So there is fair chance that your website is built on the WordPress platform too. Now its time for you to become an expert on your own website by joining this one-day WordPress masterclass action planning workshop. Discover how to use the many features of WordPress to your advantage as well as what to avoid.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Harnessing AI for Business: Practical Applications and Legal Insights
03/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
East Midlands Chamber, Chesterfield, S41 8ND
This event is for Derbyshire
Discover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and Large-Language Models in business operations. Aimed at professionals across multiple industries, this session will explore using AI to enhance data analysis, streamline processes, and foster innovation. **This workshop is open to Nottingham businesses only **
Workshop
Organic Search
Making the most of Google Analytics
10/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, NG2 6AG
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Google Analytics is a very powerful platform to gain insight into your website visitors, how they got there and what they did. This data can be used to improve your website, helping you to retain visitors and improve their conversion rate, ultimately generating more business from your website. This workshop is for anyone who is responsible for managing a business website or for digital marketing in their company. It is aimed at beginner to intermediate users and no prior knowledge of Google Analytics is required. It is suitable whether you have a start-up or established business, even if you don’t yet have a website.
Workshop
Paid Digital Marketing
Social Media
Paid Social Media Masterclass
04/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Derby Conference Centre, Derby, DE24 8UX
This event is for Derbyshire
Social media advertising provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers. If you are already using social media for your business you will be aware that social media marketing can be cost effective, highly targeted, and adaptable to any business objective. Business pages are finding it harder to reach their customers and potential customers organically (not having to pay) and are now turning their attentions to paid social marketing. Social media advertising (or biddable social marketing) provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers that would not normally see their organic posts, or reach existing customers with new services or products.
Workshop
Marketing
Paid Digital Marketing
Social Media
Paid Social Media Masterclass
12/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Nottingham, Castle Bridge Road Castle Marina, Park, Nottingham, NG7 1GX
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Social media advertising provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers. If you are already using social media for your business you will be aware that social media marketing can be cost effective, highly targeted, and adaptable to any business objective. Business pages are finding it harder to reach their customers and potential customers organically (not having to pay) and are now turning their attentions to paid social marketing. Social media advertising (or biddable social marketing) provides organisations the chance to reach, engage and convert new customers that would not normally see their organic posts, or reach existing customers with new services or products.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Harnessing AI for Business: Practical Applications and Legal Insights
11/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Makeney Hall Hotel, Milford, Belper, DE56 0RS
This event is for Derbyshire
Discover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and Large-Language Models in business operations. Aimed at professionals across multiple industries, this session will explore using AI to enhance data analysis, streamline processes, and foster innovation.
Workshop
Organic Search
Modern SEO
21/01/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Novotel Nottingham East Midlands, Nottingham, NG10 4EP
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
If you want to outrank your competitors and get more free traffic from Google, this is the workshop for you! From choosing the right target keywords to getting other websites to link to yours, you will learn all about search engine optimisation (SEO) and how to use the techniques on your own site.
Workshop
Finance and Funding
Managing Finance
19/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Kelham Hall, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG23 5QP
This event is for Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
We know delegates are likely to be at different levels when it comes to their understanding of finance for business. That’s why we’ve tailored this session to naturally involve Peer Learning. There’s real benefit in working collaboratively in pairs or small groups to discuss concepts or find solutions to problems.
Workshop
Leadership
Practical Guide to Leadership & Management
10/03/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Ibis Budget Derby, Derby, DE65 6DX
This event is for Derbyshire
Introducing the essential leadership and management skills which must be mastered to facilitate growth of teams and a business. After an overview of leadership and management we provide a framework to develop an attendee’s own leadership style in addition to the essential skills every manager should master. We end by providing practical tips to build and sustain a high performance team.
Workshop
Artificial Intelligence
Utilising ChatGPT for your Business
26/02/2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Glossop Business Centre, Glossop, Derbyshire, SK13 7AG
This event is for Derbyshire
Are you intrigued by the potential of artificial intelligence for your business? Have you heard of ChatGPT and want to know how it can help streamline your operations and improve your marketing? This one-day action planning workshop is designed to introduce you to the powerful world of ChatGPT. This workshop is a fantastic opportunity for business owners and marketing managers at SMEs to understand and adopt AI in their business strategy. **This workshop is open to Nottingham businesses only **
Network Meetings
Manufacturing
EMMN – Nottinghamshire Network
10/03/2026
7:30 am - 10:00 am
Nottinghamshire, NG18 5BH
This event is for EMMN Members
What better way to secure the future success of manufacturing in our region than by bringing together key knowledge and skills to form a dedicated, supportive peer network? That is the role of the East Midlands Manufacturing Network.
Network Meetings
Manufacturing
EMMN – Nottingham Network
28/01/2026
7:30 am - 10:30 am
Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel 296 Mansfield Road Nottingham NG5 2BT
This event is for EMMN Members
The Nottingham Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is led by East Midlands Chamber.
Network Meetings
Manufacturing
EMMN – Derbyshire Network
27/02/2026
7:30 am - 10:30 am
Cromford Mills Mill Road Cromford Matlock DE4 3RQ
This event is for EMMN Members
The Derbyshire Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is led by East Midlands Chamber.
Network Meetings
Manufacturing
EMMN – Leicestershire Network
12/02/2026
7:30 am - 10:00 am
LOVE BUSINESS Hollywell Park Conference Centre Hollywell Way Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park Loughborough LE11 3GR
This event is for EMMN Members
This is a combined meeting, bringing together members from both our Leicester and Leicestershire Networks. What better way to secure the future success of manufacturing in our region than by bringing together key knowledge and skills to form a dedicated, supportive peer network? That is the role of the East Midlands Manufacturing Network.
Network Meetings
Manufacturing
EMMN – Leicester Network
12/02/2026
7:30 am - 10:30 am
LOVE BUSINESS Hollywell Park Conference Centre Hollywell Way Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park Loughborough LE11 3GR
This event is for EMMN Members
This is a combined meeting, bringing together members from both our Leicester and Leicestershire Networks. What better way to secure the future success of manufacturing in our region than by bringing together key knowledge and skills to form a dedicated, supportive peer network? That is the role of the East Midlands Manufacturing Network.
Network Meetings
Manufacturing
EMMN – Derby Network
13/01/2026
7:30 am - 10:30 am
University of Derby Enterprise Centre Derby DE1 3LD
This event is for EMMN Members
The Derby Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is led by East Midlands Chamber.