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Fully funded programmes and training thanks to funding from Cumberland Council

Funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund through Cumberland Council is allowing Cumbria Business Growth Hub to run a whole range of programmes and training. All is so far being well received and spaces for the training in particular are filling up fast!

Reignite: A two-day innovation sprint to breathe new life into your business – ONLY 1 PLACE REMAINING

Tuesday 14th October and Tuesday 21st October (you must commit to both days) - 10am to 4pm  
Fully funded by Cumberland Council - Energus, Blackwood Road, Lillyhall, Workington, CA14 4JW

Many businesses hit a plateau or face external pressures that threaten their survival. Reignite is a two-day workshop designed for leaders and teams ready to turn things around. This fast-paced, practical workshop is based on the Double Diamond design process, guiding businesses from problem to solution - fast. The process will help you to rediscover customer needs, reimagine your offer, and reinvigorate your route to market.

Day 1: Rediscover and reimagine - Understanding the current reality and uncovering new opportunities.
Day 2: Reposition and Relaunch - Designing solutions and creating a plan to go to market with renewed clarity and energy

Find out more and book here

Introduction to exporting

Tuesday 28th October – 9.30am to 12.30pm

This half-day workshop is designed for businesses considering exporting for the first time, or those looking to refresh their foundational knowledge. It aims to demystify the exporting process, highlight the benefits, and equip participants with the initial steps and considerations for successful international trade.

Find out more and book here

Visuals with impact: Using Canva to support your sales funnel

Thursday 30th October – 1pm to 4pm

Great visuals don’t just look good – they drive action. In this practical and inspiring session, we’ll explore how to use Canva to create scroll-stopping content that supports your sales funnel, attracts your ideal clients, and keeps your brand consistent.

Whether you’re starting out or want to level up your marketing visuals, you’ll discover time-saving tools, clever tricks, and template systems to help you design with ease (and without the stress).

Find out more and book here

Digital diversification – Launch a new revenue stream online

Thursday 20th November – 1pm to 4pm

Looking to pivot your business or add a new income stream? In a world where digital is no longer optional, this session is your roadmap to creating and launching an online offer that works for your audience, and for you.

Whether you’re exploring digital products, virtual services, or scalable offers, we’ll guide you through the process of shaping ideas, validating them quickly, and choosing the right platforms to bring them to life.

Find out more and book here

LinkedIn for lead generation – Strategies that actually work

Thursday 8th January – 1pm to 4pm

Tired of collecting connections that go nowhere? This session focuses on building meaningful relationships on LinkedIn that lead to real results…no pushy sales tactics, no awkward cold DMs.

We’ll explore how to create a profile that invites conversation, craft content that opens doors, and develop a connection strategy that feels natural, repeatable, and aligned with your brand.

Find out more and book here

To be eligible to attend any of the above sessions you must be based in the old Allerdale, Carlisle or Copeland areas.