Your ticket to a brighter future. Introducing funded CII qualifications…
Did you know your staff can now gain their CII qualifications through completing an apprenticeship? These BRAND NEW apprenticeships have been developed by the CII in coordination with other big players in the financial services industries.
Working in conjunction with the CII, Skills Edge are proud to be one of the first training provider’s in the UK to be able to offer funded CII qualifications through the delivery of apprenticeships across East Anglia.
Format of the evening
18:00 – Networking and canapés upon arrival 18:30 – An introduction from Skills Edge Managing Director & CEO, Simon Lampert 18:35 – The creation, development, and advantages of apprenticeship standards – Guest speaker, CII 18:45 – How to access funded CII qualifications, and what we can do for you – James Miller, Skills Edge
19:00 – Testimonial – Almary Green
19:10 – Question & Answer session from the panel of speakers 19:30 – Networking
We offer the following apprenticeships suitable for new and existing staff within the financial services sector:
L3 Financial Services Administrator
L4 Financial Adviser
L4 Paraplanner
L4 Insurance Practitioner
Come to The Assembly House on Thursday 26th October, 6pm, to find out how apprenticeships can benefit your company.
Goody bags and a business card raffle on the night!
From 1 January 2021 a new immigration system is in place, impacting how you can employ EU citizens in the UK. The background to this is the UK leaving the European Union, removing the end of free movement, and the decision by HM Government to put in place new rules. This issue is of huge importance to the transport and logistics sector where a significant proportion of the workforce are non-UK nationals and a large proportion are EU nationals. A recent logistics UK review of skills and shortages in the sector highlighted the sector’s vulnerability against the backcloth of driver shortages and the large numbers of in warehousing and distribution work, such as forklift drivers. So, how can EU nationals already employed continue to work for your businesses and how can new employees from EU countries lawfully work for you, within the UK? In this webinar we will explore and provide updates on the following areas:- • the EU Settlement Scheme for citizens already in the UK • new immigration routes from 1 January 2021; skilled workers, intra-company transfers and graduates • frontier workers • carrying out right to work checks, auditing your EU workforce and managing your EU nationals • apply for new sponsorship licences / reviewing your existing licence • how the skilled worker regime works: salaries, English language skills and points system (the major route to engage EU nationals for many in this sector) • how does the new immigration system treat the self-employed? • right to work checks and penalties for non-compliance – getting your paperwork and records right • do you have to check sub-contractors and third parties? This webinar will be of use to all those in the transport, logistics and warehousing application, but also be valuable to other sectors facing the same issues.
From 1 January 2021 a new immigration system is in place, impacting how you can employ EU citizens in the UK. The background to this is the UK leaving the European Union, removing the end of free movement, and the decision by HM Government to put in place new rules. This issue is of huge importance to the transport and logistics sector where a significant proportion of the workforce are non-UK nationals and a large proportion are EU nationals. A recent logistics UK review of skills and shortages in the sector highlighted the sector’s vulnerability against the backcloth of driver shortages and the large numbers of in warehousing and distribution work, such as forklift drivers. So, how can EU nationals already employed continue to work for your businesses and how can new employees from EU countries lawfully work for you, within the UK? In this webinar we will explore and provide updates on the following areas:- • the EU Settlement Scheme for citizens already in the UK • new immigration routes from 1 January 2021; skilled workers, intra-company transfers and graduates • frontier workers • carrying out right to work checks, auditing your EU workforce and managing your EU nationals • apply for new sponsorship licences / reviewing your existing licence • how the skilled worker regime works: salaries, English language skills and points system (the major route to engage EU nationals for many in this sector) • how does the new immigration system treat the self-employed? • right to work checks and penalties for non-compliance – getting your paperwork and records right • do you have to check sub-contractors and third parties? This webinar will be of use to all those in the transport, logistics and warehousing application, but also be valuable to other sectors facing the same issues.
If you run a business, of any size, it is almost certain that, in some way you have a digital presence. Whether you have a full website, a Facebook page, buy and sell on the likes of eBay or Etsy or even just have an online add in another website, you still can be found online. Let’s admit it, it’s now the ‘go to’ for sourcing information, products and services. The days of the paper directory when looking for a service or business are fast disappearing. As such it is more important that sole traders and SMEs fully understand the digital media landscape, and how it can be used by you and your clients. The correct usage and understanding can effect sales, reputation and performance. For example did you know:-
Mobile coupons and voucher codes are redeemed at 10 x the rate of traditional coupons?*
In 2015 25% of people look at the ads on the right side of the search results page?*
There are 50 million small business using Facebook pages to connect with their customers?**
If the answer is no to the above, then our half day workshop will be ideal to get up to speed with the key information you need to know about Digital Marketing and making it work for you and your business. We can help take out the dread and help you get your head around the basics.
What is Digital Media?
Definition of Digital Media: Digital media is digitised content that can be transmitted over the internet or computer networks. This can include text, audio, video, and graphics. This covers pretty much any form of social or formal communications and content posted on line or communicated through emails or similar through digital networks.
How could Digital Media improve my business?
How many of us do not use some form of digital format? Using it correctly can provide great benefits for business both in terms of visibility, brand awareness and potentially positive sales increase. With a good understanding of the subject, benefits of targeted digital marketing and using digital media can include:
Increased local and global reach
Lower costs compared to traditional marketing methods
Trackable, measurable results almost instantly with online analytics
Personalisation opportunities for your customer communications
Openness and interaction with your users on social media
Improved conversion rates.
What will I learn on the workshop?
Joe Cooksey, Digital Engagement Manager for Barclays, in this half day event will introduce you to the basics of:
Digital Presence
Being Found
Digital Word of Mouth
Guy Gibson, Business Growth Adviser for the New Anglia Growth Hub, will also cover:
Funding and Advice Opportunities
All information used in this presentation you are registering for relating to Digital Medial is produced by Braclays for information purposes only and is for the sole use of the attendees at the presentation.
Whilst we feel this topic is beneficial to business owners, the views expressed are not intended to be and should not be viewed as individual advice or as a recommendation. Any views expressed in the presentation are not necessarily those of Barclays and should not be viewed as individual advice or as a recommendation. You should seek independent advice in respect of issues that are of concern to you.
Agenda for the Day
9:00 – 30 mins – Arrival, registration, tea and coffee
9:30 – 5 mins – Welcome, H&S, Intro, Agenda for day (GH & Barclays)
9:35 – 10 mins – New Anglia Growth Hub – Who we are and how we can help
09:45 – 30 mins – Digital Presence (Barclays)
10:15 – 30 mins – Being Found (Barclays)
10:45 – 15 mins – Break, tea and coffee
11:00 – 30 mins – Digital Word of Mouth (Barclays)
11:30 – 15 mins – Funding and Advice opportunities (Growth Hub)
11:45 – 15 mins – Q & A
12:00 – 30 mins – Networking/1:1s/Booking appointments with GH BGA and Barclays
The New Anglia Growth Hub is funded by the European Regional Development Fund.
Learning Technologies for Transnational Research Networks
Julian Study Centre, Room 2.02, UEA
The School of Education and Lifelong Learning presents a series of research seminars from five key speakers in the field of Education. The first will be given by Dr Jude Fransman, Leverhulme Research Fellow at the Open University who will look at existing and innovative approaches to strengthening global research networks that now characterise our academic landscapes.
This seminar responds to a recent drive promoting large and complex (trans-national, cross-sectoral and mutli-disciplinary) research partnership to produce more relevant and impactful research. It argues that such partnerships might be improved by moving beyond institutions; beyond instrumentalism; beyond linear, short-term projects; beyond research production and communication; beyond traditional outputs; and beyond notions of ‘effectiveness’ and ‘success’ and explores the role of educational technologies in supporting these shifts.
Sandwiches and canapes will be provided at 6.30pm. All seminars are free to attend and open to the public but booking is essential as places are limited. Please email: [email protected]
Norfolk is full of talented business men and women and we’re delighted to have some of them giving up their time to provide free mentoring sessions for young professionals (under 35s) across Norfolk.
Date: 25th September 2023
Time: Hourly slots available between 10am – 3pm
Meet in person at Waterloo Park Café.
Topics
Jonathan can provide advice, guidance, hints and tips on:
-Business Plans
-Forecasts and/or Cash Flows
-Accounting
-Sole Trader v Limited Company comparison
-Getting started as Self-Employed
-Networking
-Work Life Balance
About Peter
After 30 years in commerce, Peter ventured out as a sole practitioner accountant in 2017 – giving the flexibility for school runs for Georgia his grand-daughter – and to walk Leah their Labrador/Alsatian rescue dog. He is a Director of Buy Local, an organisation which encourages people to support and buy from local independent businesses, as well as for Eastern Landlords which ties in with the small rental portfolio built up over the years. Acting as Treasurer for Shine a charity in Yarmouth providing nursery and day care for children with special needs is rewarding. Extreme Cycling is my idea of relaxation, although Peter can often be found at rock concerts of increasingly aged bands – all of which doesn’t leave much time with my wife Emma!
The Norwich Bubble Rush is back! Help us make it the best one yet and cover Earlham Park in coloured bubbles.
The course features four Bubble Stations along the 2.5km route, you can do one lap or double your enjoyment by completing the circuit twice to make 5km. Each Bubble Station has a cannon which pumps out coloured foam to create a 4ft deep bubble bath! There are three wave times for you to choose from:
Purple Wave – 11 am
Blue Wave – 11:30 am
Orange wave – 12 pm
Every course is family friendly, so you can run, jog, walk, dance or toddle through the foam. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are more than welcome! The events are not timed, so you’re not racing anyone – the most important thing is that you enjoy your time in the bubbles and finish with a big smile on your face – and everyone gets a medal included in their ticket!
There’s no official fundraising target for Bubble Rush, but we ask all of our participants to try and raise a minimum of £15.00. By doing so, you’ll help EACH to provide specialist care and support for children with life threatening conditions.
Please be assured we will make the event safe for everyone involved and in-line with the very latest government advice. We are confident the events will be able to go ahead however, if we are forced to postpone any events due to the impact of coronavirus, you will receive a full refund if you are unable to attend the new date. You can read through our Covid safety plans here, which we will continue to keep up to date.
‘Coffee Means Business – relaxed, informal business networking for all local businesses. No membership, no pressure, just great networking over coffee.
Programme: · 9:30 am – help yourself to coffees and teas, meet with other businesses · 10.00 am – a welcome from Genix · 10.05am – time for more conversation · 10.30 am – short presentations from local businesses · 10.40am – who will you meet? · 11:30 am – time to go…
Bring plenty of business cards!
“The most cost-effective networking I have ever done”.
For more details call us on 0800 096 3013 or email [email protected]
The Norfolk Skills and Careers Festival (7&8 March 2018) is a new interactive event for all young people aged between 14-24 to help inspire them for their future career and to demonstrate the various options available. It will be the only major skills and careers event to take place in Norfolk in 2018.
Be part of the largest skills and careers event in Norfolk. 70 employers, 4,500 students, 100+ careers.
Visit
With over 50 exhibitors and workshops to discover, the Norfolk Skills and Careers Festival has a fantastic range of opportunities to help you shape your future.
Exhibit
This Festival offers you a unique opportunity to build your brand in the region and with the people that matter to your business.
If you store and/or process personal data and do not know where to start with GDPR compliance should be looking to attend this event. We will provide a brief overview of the GDPR for SME businesses. This is a great opportunity to get your GDPR compliance journey up and running. For example did you know:-
that the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that comes into force on the 25th May 2018?
that this will apply to over 99% of businesses and charities in the UK?
how this applies to you and your business?
what you should and shouldn’t be doing regarding peoples data and it’s storage?
If the answer is no to the above, then our half day workshop will be ideal to get up to speed with the key facts and issues. We can help take out the dread and help you get your head around the basics. At our event you will find out what you need to do if you have employees or you collect any information on customers including, name, address, email, phone number. Being aware and taking sensible precautions now can help reduce the fear of fines substantial fines in the future.
Joe Cooksey, Digital Engagement Manager for Barclays, in this half day event will:
Guide you through the GDPR key points
Discuss how you can use your data and ensure you adhere to the rules
Cyber Security you should consider and be aware of.
What is GDPR and why do we need to comply?
The GDPR has been designed to enable Data Protection to keep up with the ever changing digital landscape we do business in. It is more extensive in scope and application than the current Data Protection Act (DPA). The Regulation extends the data rights of individuals, and requires organisations to develop clear policies and procedures to protect personal data, and adopt appropriate technical and organisational measures.
The European Union (EU)’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will impose greater regulatory control over EU residents’ personal data and force all global organizations to significantly change the way they handle that data. The GDPR will apply in the UK from 25 May 2018. The government has confirmed that the UK’s decision to leave the EU will not affect the commencement of the GDPR. UK organisations that process the personal data of EU residents have only a short time to ensure that they are compliant.
How will GDPR impact my business?
This will affect organisations of any size that collect and/or process personal data of EU citizens, this can include names, phone numbers, addresses, IP Addresses, ethnicity, health data to give some examples. GDPR enables individuals to have control over their own personal data. This has been processed further to the large numbers and increases to data breaches in businesses and organisations.
One of the main changes in the GDPR that organisations must consider across their operations is that the burden of proof to demonstrate compliance with the GDPR rests with the company providing services to the end user ‘the data subject’. Examples of the considerations a business will need to consider under the new GDPR include:
They correctly handle employee and HR data
Data is collected via the website, sales and CRMs are stored, handled and processed in a compliant manner
That security systems and controls are documented and suitable and proportional
Processes are in place if a breach occurs
Ability to effect the ‘right to be forgotten’.
All information used in this presentation you are registering for relating to GDPR is produced by Braclays for information purposes only and is for the sole use of the attendees at the presentation.
Whilst we feel this topic is beneficial to business owners, the views expressed are not intended to be and should not be viewed as individual advice or as a recommendation. Any views expressed in the presentation are not necessarily those of Barclays and should not be viewed as individual advice or as a recommendation. You should seek independent advice in respect of issues that are of concern to you.
Agenda for the Day
9:00 – 30 mins – Arrival, registration, tea and coffee
9:30 – 10 mins – Welcome, H&S, Intro, Agenda for day (GH & Barclays)
9:40 – 30 mins – GDPR (Barclays)
10:10 – 30 mins – Using Data (Barclays)
10:25 – 15 mins – Break, tea and coffee
11:00 – 45 mins – Cyber Security (Barclays)
11:45 – 15 mins – Funding and Advice opportunities (Growth Hub)
12:00 – 15 mins – Q & A
12:15 – 30 mins – Networking/1:1s/Booking appointments with GH BGA and Barclays
Join us for a couple of hours of networking at Norwich City Football Club. Hosted by 3B Data Security, this networking event is a great chance to engage with other local businesses, expand your network and build connections within the Norfolk community.
While the core of the event is centred around networking, we’ll also have a short speaking session giving you tips and advice on cyber security best practice and how to keep your organisation secure. Led by specialists from both 3B Data Security and Cedaro, this discussion aim to offer attendees a brief yet insightful look into the evolving digital landscape.
About 3B Data Security: 3B Data Security are a specialist cyber security consultancy organisation, with a wide range of services that cover everything you need when it comes to cyber security, information security, regulatory compliance, breach response and much more.
About Cedaro: Cedaro is at the forefront of the mobile telecommunications industry, providing innovative and tailored solutions that drive business success. Based in Norfolk, their local team have an unparalleled knowledge of East Anglia, allowing us to offer a truly informed consultation about your business needs.
Limited spaces are available, so book your place today!
Digital Surgery’s next webinar will focus on From Profit to Purpose: Can Business Make a Difference and Still Preserve its Bottom Line?
About this Event
Digital Surgery are excited to be offering their next webinar From Profit to Purpose: Can Business Make a Difference and Still Preserve its Bottom Line?
With various challenges now facing the world, can business serve the common good and still contend in the every more competitive business arena? Discover how creating change generates interest, opportunity and ultimately the edge on your business rivals.
The presentation will be held by Kieron Bain and Simon Roddis, Creators and Curators at Sold Brands.
Presentations will last approx 30 minutes, with a short Q&A after.
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