DBT’s Start your Business series is back, and if you’re thinking about launching a business in 2026, this is the perfect place to begin.
Across February and March, DBT are hosting a practical programme of free, expert led online events designed to help you shape your idea, understand your customers, get to grips with your finances, and build a strong plan for launch.
Ideas to reality: Understanding the viability of your business
📅 18 February, 2pm to 3pm
Learn how to test and validate your business idea, reduce risk, and understand whether your concept is commercially viable.
Founders: Our practical guide to starting and launching a business
📅 24 February, 12noon to 1pm
A comprehensive walkthrough of what it really takes to get a business off the ground - from legal essentials to building your first offering.
The basics of start up finances
📅 25 February, 2pm to 3pm
Demystify start up budgets, cash flow, pricing, and funding so you can make confident financial decisions from day one.
Identifying your customers
📅 4 March, 2pm to 3pm
Learn how to understand your target audience, map customer needs, and position your product or service effectively.
Building a business plan
📅 11 March, 2pm to 3pm
A practical session on structuring a clear, compelling business plan that supports sustainability and growth.
Four steps to kick start your business
📅 17 March, 11am to 12noon
Pull everything together with four practical actions to move from planning to launching with confidence.
New Business Academy series: Master the art of moving goods
DBTs brand new Moving Goods series gives you practical guidance on logistics, compliance, and cost-saving strategies.
23 February – How to work with a Freight Forwarder
Fresh Insights. Real Stories. Practical Advice: Our In Conversation series is back
DBT are excited to announce the return of their 'In Conversation With' series for 2026! These interactive sessions bring you face-to-face with inspiring founders and business leaders who share their journeys, challenges, and strategies for success.
Whether you’re scaling internationally, innovating for growth, or building a purpose-driven brand, these conversations will give you actionable insights to take your business further.
Upcoming sessions:
26 February: Innovation, growth, and building an international ethical business: Insights from Evolve Beauty’s Founder
18 March: Scaling up with purpose: Innovation, export, and leadership at ProtectaPet
19 March: From the kitchen table to global shelves: The Urban Apothecary export journey
Is Generative AI about to shake up B2B eCommerce?
If you've ever questioned whether generative AI could benefit or potentially challenge your B2B eCommerce business, join DBT on Friday 20 February, 2pm to 3pm, for the online session: B2B eCommerce: Is Generative AI Something I Need to Worry About?.
Why come along?
AI is advancing rapidly, so quickly that it can draft your sales strategy in the blink of an eye. Generative AI is reshaping product search, pricing models, and customer experience across B2B commerce, and businesses that know how to use it are already seeing a competitive edge.
In just one hour, you’ll get a jargon free, future proofing download of:
Grab your free spot now and get your business future-ready, book now.
