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 are filling up fast!
Introduction to exporting
Tuesday 18th November – 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.
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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.
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Do You Want to Grow Your Business through Public Sector Contracts? – 2nd December – 10am to 12noon – online
Did you know the public sector spends billions every year with businesses of all sizes. Cumberland Council, for example spends approximately £380m a year on goods, services and works.
The challenge for most businesses is knowing where to find the opportunities and how to get started.
In this 2-hour workshop with bid writing consultant Tamar Reay, you’ll discover:
• Who the public sector organisations are and what they are buying
• How to spot opportunities that are the right fit for your business
• Where to find contract information more easily
• The first steps you can take to prepare for bidding with confidence
By the end of the session, you’ll understand where public sector organisations advertise what they are buying and a practical plan to start finding opportunities for your own business.
This workshop is ideal if you’ve never bid for a public sector contract before, or if you’ve only just started exploring this route and want straightforward guidance on what to do next.
For those that want to talk more following the workshop, Tamar is offering each business a further 1-2-1 20 minute session (maximum of 6 businesses)
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.
