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Here are the latest news and blog posts for Creative Shropshire Events.
2010 Chamber Awards - Now Open to Application
Submitted by infosol on Wed, 17/03/2010 - 17:04.Awards are available in the following categories:
- Business of the Year.
- Award for Innovation Through Technology.
- Most Promising New Business.
- Entrepreneur of the Year.
- Achievement in International Business.
- Award for Excellence in People Development.
- The Green Award.
- Excellence in Customer Service.
Entry is exclusive to UK-accredited Chamber of Commerce members and winners may be requested to participate in post-event publicity.
The overall winner will receive £50,000, and previous winners have experienced year-round exposure from the awards programme, including appearances on TV.
The 2010 closing date for receipt of applications is 25 June.
5th National Conference Supporting Creative Industries
Submitted by infosol on Wed, 17/03/2010 - 16:59.This conference will bring together thought leaders from government, industry and education to get information about the latest creative industry skills needs and discover new opportunities for collaboration in support of them.
Delegates at the conference will:
- Review progression routes in to the creative and cultural industries and the role FE and HE can play
- Learn how FE and HE institutions can contribute more to the creative economy through supporting the development of new business models
- Get the latest on digital developments in the creative industries and the contribution education can make
- Receive practical guidance on work placements for students, and how they can get involved with employers in the creative sector
- Discuss the latest research on creative graduate destination data
Speakers include:
- David Worthington, Acting Chairman, Creative & Cultural Skills
- Elizabeth Rouse, Pro-Rector, University of the Arts London (UAL)
- Professor Stuart Bartholomew, Principal, Arts University College at Bournemouth
- David Clews, Co-Director, Higher Education Academy Art Design Media Subject Centre
- Jeremy Davenport, Deputy Director, Creative Industries Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN)
- Professor Elaine Thomas, Vice-Chancellor, University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
- Professor Jonathan Briggs, Professor of eCommerce, Kingston University and Founder, Hyper Island
Save Tuesday 15 June in your diary!
Register your place
Register and find out more now at www.neilstewartassociates.com/se239
For more information and the latest agenda call Laura Brownlee on 020 7324 4372
or e-mail laura.brownlee@neilstewartassociates.co.uk
Applications Now Welcomed for The Pitch 2010
Submitted by infosol on Tue, 09/03/2010 - 10:28.The Pitch is an annual competition which aims to find the UK's most exciting and innovative small companies and entrepreneurial talent. Entrants must pitch their business idea to a panel of industry experts who will scrutinise business concepts and presentation skills, searching for the best of the best.
Successful entrepreneurs will be chosen from five regions to present their product or service, with five winners plus a wildcard entry selected to go through to a live grand final in London. Business ideas may be in any field; however, the judges will assess all pitches by looking for innovation, engagement with customers, sound financial and business planning, and an understanding of where the opportunities exist in the market for the product or service.
In 2009, the winning entrepreneur received a package of business support prizes worth £50,000. For 2010, Sift Media has announced that it aims to compile a larger and more comprehensive package for the winner, which is to be announced in due course. Every entrant who takes part in The Pitch will receive expert advice on their business idea, guidance on their business plan and access to a range of business resources available from The Business Factory website. Each finalist will also receive extensive media coverage.
To enter, businesses must be based in the UK, established for less than three years at the time of entry and employ no more than 20 members of staff.
The deadline for entries to The Pitch 2010 is 15 June 2010.
The contest will fully begin after this date, with regional heats being held in Bristol, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Birmingham and London on the following dates:
- Bristol: 21 June 2010.
- Liverpool: 1 July 2010.
- London: 15 July 2010.
- Edinburgh: 29 July 2010.
- Birmingham: 5 August 2010.
Being Successful in the IT Business
Submitted by infosol on Wed, 24/02/2010 - 16:10.Please see the attached flyer for details.
Invitation to Business Launch of ADVANCE
Submitted by infosol on Mon, 08/02/2010 - 15:57.HM Revenue & Customs Business Advice day - 11th March
Submitted by infosol on Tue, 02/02/2010 - 09:56.The daywill be focussed on helping new and existing businesses who might be interested to find out more about :
- Income tax
- Self-assessment
- Vat & vat online services
- PAYE
There's a range of seminars taking place throughout the day and people interested need to book on-line and should be directed to
http://www.businessadviceday.gov.uk/events/Seminars.aspx?EventID=1131
General Manager Opportunity
Submitted by ElaineNester on Wed, 09/12/2009 - 11:27.We are looking for a general manager to work with us to support the continued growth of Alpha. An understanding of commerce, strong interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude are important - also unwavering integrity, as you will be responsible for maintaining the reputation of a respected and established brand. Our clients are varied in terms of sector, location and size and the nature of the work we do for them is wide ranging.
Some hands-on design or artwork skills will be an advantage as the manager will be responsible for initiation and production of key projects; however, management and scheduling skills are more important. Applicants with business development skills will also be considered.
Call me on 01743 239283 for an informal discussion in complete confidence.
Marketing Bites Seminar
Submitted by Steve on Tue, 17/11/2009 - 12:27.Friday 27th November
9.30am – 2.30pm
The Studio, 7 Cannon Street, Birmingham
Tickets: £40
With a changing media landscape and economic uncertainty, it can be increasingly difficult to know how to get the most out of marketing budgets.
This seminar, organised by Big fish recruitment, is your chance to get together with other Midlands marketeers for an insight into new opportunities from some of our industry’s key players.
Dave Hodgson
Managing Director of Marketing Birmingham
Mark Brill
CEO of Formation and Chair of the Direct Marketing Association’s Mobile Council
Simon Orpin
Creative Solutions Director of ITV
This is an informal, entertaining look at the year ahead. You’ll be enlightened, be inspired and network with the cream of Midlands marketing.
Tickets available now
Email here to make sure you get one of the limited spaces available for this very special event. The half-day seminar includes mid-morning coffee and a buffet lunch; plus the chance to win a subscription to The Drum.
UKITA Shropshire Unplugged - Creating Business Through Business Link
Submitted by Steve on Mon, 21/09/2009 - 12:04.Date: 23rd September 6.30 for 7pm
Speakers: Derek Lote - Business LinkStephen Rosser – Business Link ITAS Programme Manager.
Derek will present informally on the new ITAS system and also the Supplier Listing System for preferred and vetted suppliers for Business Link clients. He will describe how all this works and how we can create business opportunity with Business Link. He is ready for some very candid questions about different and important issues such as the relevance of Quality Marks etc. So come armed with your questions. This is your opportunity. I think this will be a great night and most relevant for our businesses.
Location: Cock Hotel, Wellington, TF1 2DL see: Link . Wifi is available.Date: 23rd September 6.30 for 7pm
Food: Fantastic Pork Pie(I mean it…) and Chips. Vegetarian sandwiches to order so let me know. £3.50 per person to cover food.
Entrance is free to Creative Shropshire members but please book in advance.
STAND AND DELIVER? ……… NO THANKS!
Submitted by infosol on Mon, 21/09/2009 - 11:19.As a newly formed club Shropshire Speakers invites and welcomes new members from all over the county.
Having to stand up and deliver a presentation or speech, whether at work or a social event, is, for many, the number one fear in life.
Research shows that 71% of business leaders and an even higher percentage of the general public are terrified of speaking in front of a group of people. The fear of getting it wrong, forgetting your words, or being
boring can be overwhelming.
Well, help is at hand!
Whether you have to give presentations at work, speak to a group, deliver a speech at a wedding or simply want to increase your confidence, Shropshire Speakers Club provides you with the opportunity to develop your speaking and presenting skills.
You can learn the art of presenting, speaking and listening in a structured but warm and friendly environment. You are given support and feedback as you are guided step-by-step through the process of making a successful speech or presentation.
The club offers a supportive playground to build your confidence and practice your speaking skills with encouragement and constructive feedback.
Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7.15pm at the Grays Inn Hotel in Telford just 1 minute off junction 5 of the M54 (eastbound). Just turn up at any meeting or for further details contact Alan Adams on 07980 222 441 or David Brookes on 01743 355099
