Training should sit at the heart of every successful business, empowering you and your staff to upskill.
However, finding the right training can be an issue and that’s where Cumbria Business Growth Hub is here to help.
Through our varied training programme there should be something of interest, that will help you and your business develop and grow.
Coming up in June and July we have:
Mastering Management
Date: Wednesday 17th June 2026
Time: 9:30am to 4.30pm
Venue: The Melbreak Hotel, Winscales Road, Little Clifton, Workington, CA14 1XS
Price: £250 +VAT members / £299 +VAT non-members
Unlock your Leadership potential with ‘Mastering Management’
Are you ready to take your management skills to the next level and lead your team to success? Join Coach Tim in our immersive ‘Mastering Management’ workshop, specially designed to equip you with all the tools you need to excel in your new role.
What you’ll gain:
• A clear roadmap for your first 90 days as a new manager
• Strategies to understand and harness your team’s unique dynamics
• Techniques to build and sustain high-performing teams
• The tools to elevate your EQ for better leadership
• Guidance on crafting effective PDPs for your team
• Tips for mastering remote working and keeping your team connected
• Practical approaches for managing and improving performance issues
Whether you’re new to management or looking to sharpen your skills, ‘Mastering Management; offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business. Coach Tim’s engaging teaching style and wealth of experience will empower you to lead your team with confidence.
Be a Confident Spokesperson – Media Mastery for Small Businesses
Date: Tuesday, 30th June
Time: 10am to 1pm
Price: £75 +VAT members / £95 +VAT non-members
Venue: The Halston, Carlisle
A fast-paced, practical workshop teaching small business owners how to confidently handle radio, TV, podcast and online interviews.
Delegates will learn:
• The importance of interviews for small businesses
• The differences between radio, TV, podcast and livestream interviews
• How to avoid common interview mistakes
• How to craft a clear, memorable message
• Delivery skills that build confidence
• Handling tough or unexpected questions
• Dealing with nerves
Finance for non-financial managers
Date: Tuesday 7th July
Time: 9.30am to 12noon
Price: £90 +VAT members / £120 +VAT non-members
Venue: Castle Green Hotel, Castle Green Ln, Kendal LA9 6RG
Delivered by: Tony Fergsuson, Dodd & Co
Finance isn’t just for accountants – it’s for every manager. Designed to provide managers and professionals with a foundational understanding of finance to help make informed business decisions this half day course will provide you with an introduction to some of the essential terminology and concepts of finance allowing you to navigate financial discussions with confidence.
Course content includes, but is not limited to…
• Definition of finance in business and its role in decision making
• Reviewing key financial statements
• Making money – revenue, costs, and profit
• Basic cashflow and budgeting processes
• Jargon busting, technical terminology, and an introduction to KPIs
• Understanding the numbers and analysing performance
LinkedIn Strategies for Boosting Client Engagement
Date: Wednesday, 15th July 2026
Time: 10am to 1pm
Price: £65 +VAT members / £85 +VAT non members
Venue: Online
If you already work with great clients but want better ways to stay connected with them between projects, this session is for you.
This practical workshop shows you how to use LinkedIn as a simple relationship tool, helping you keep in touch with current clients, stay visible in their world, and create natural touch points without feeling awkward or salesy.
In this session with DigiEnable, you’ll learn how to use LinkedIn to nurture existing relationships, spot opportunities to support clients further, and encourage referrals through consistent, thoughtful engagement.
We’ll focus on small actions that build trust over time, not big campaigns that are hard to sustain.
You’ll leave with:
• A simple strategy for keeping in touch with clients
• Easy ways to create regular, meaningful touch points
• Practical ideas for encouraging referrals naturally
• Confidence using LinkedIn as a relationship tool, not just a marketing platform
Before the session: This session is for people who already have a LinkedIn profile and basic experience using the platform. Please make sure you can log in on the day so you can apply what you learn in real time.
ADHD & Work – Unlocking ADHD Talents in the Workplace
Date: Wednesday, 15th July
Time: 10am to 10.30am
Price: FREE
Venue: Online
Join us for a 30-minute webinar hosted by Jade Clifford, Projects Manager at iCan Wellbeing Group CIO. Jade will provide an overview of iCan Wellbeing Group CIO, including who they are, the services they offer, and how to refer individuals into their support services.
She will also introduce their new training programme, ADHD & Work – Unlocking ADHD Talents in the Workplace. This is a 5-hour training programme designed by Jade for managers and staff teams, focusing on:
• Understanding ADHD
• Identifying the strengths individuals with ADHD bring to the workplace
• Supporting challenges effectively
• Viewing neurodivergent individuals as valuable assets within the workforce
In addition, Jade will discuss the ADHD & Me 6-week workshop programme, which runs throughout the year across three locations in and around Carlisle. The workshop is designed for individuals with an ADHD diagnosis, or those currently on the waiting list, helping participants better understand ADHD and learn how to use it as a strength.
Both programmes have been developed through Jade’s own lived experience.
There will also be an opportunity to ask questions, so please feel free to bring some along. We hope to see you there!
New service available – Training Needs Analysis
You can also choose to take advantage of our new service, a training needs analysis. Helping you identify training needs and working with you to source training to meet those needs, while also ensuring your compliance in areas such as HR and Health & Safety. If you’d like to find out more about a TNA please email Lesley Robinson, Head of Business Growth & Support at lesleyr@cumbriachamber.co.uk
