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SUMMARY:Cowork Crew: Paid ads for micro businesses – is it worth the time and money?
DESCRIPTION:Cowork Crew takes the best bits of coworking and networking and jumbles it together in a once-a-month 1 day event.\nThis month Silvia Coletto will be talking about paid ads for micro businesses – is it worth the time and money? \nTickets are limited by desk space\, so sign up now to grab your spot! \nYour speaker\nSilvia Coletto\, PPC Specialist & Marketing Speaker\nPaid ads for micro businesses – is it worth the time and money?\nPPC for freelancers and small businesses: let me help you figure out if you should do it\, when you should do it and how to get started when the time is right.\nThis simple framework can also help you identify whether your clients should be running ads (or any paid marketing in general) – potentially saving them some £££ AND getting brownie points for caring about their marketing budget as if it was your own.
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/cowork-crew-paid-ads-for-micro-businesses-is-it-worth-the-time-and-money/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:TMM IRL: Get the media coverage your story deserves
DESCRIPTION:The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal\, friendly place for the marketers of Northants to meet\, learn\, and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ not ‘sell’ mode 🙂 \nWe’re heading back to the lovely Vulcan Works for this one\, and we just want to get together\, say hello\, have a chat\, and have a nice time. \nThink of this as a community event\, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. We’ll chat over food and drink\, listen to an inspirational speaker or two\, chat some more\, and go home buzzing with new contacts and new ideas. \nLet’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people. \n——————– \nSpeaker: Jessica Pilkington\, Director of Pilkington Communications\nTalk title: Get the media coverage your story deserves \nLearn how to craft a compelling press release\, identify your news hook\, and reel in journalists with expert tips from Jessica Pilkington\, trained Journalist and Director of Northamptonshire-based PR and marketing company Pilkington Communications.\nFrom freelancers to multinational corporations\, Jessica’s top tips can help you secure the coverage you deserve. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your story front-page news! \n——————– \nThe format of the night: \n6:00 pm – doors open – drinks\, networking\, and smiles\n6:30 pm – introduction and talks begin\n7:00 pm – talks finish\, networking\, listening\, saying hello\, and positively lovely people\n7:45 pm – end of the night – you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas \n——————–\nPartnered with Digital Northants\, putting local businesses in touch with digital companies who can help solve their problems\, to encourage the growth of business in Northamptonshire. Check them out at https://digitalnorthants.com/ \nPartnered with The ONE Group\, whose recruitment team bridges the gap between marketing professionals and a vast network of Northamptonshire businesses\, empowering career progression at every stage with unmissable opportunities and job-hunting support. Read more at TheOneGroup.co.uk \nPartnered with Vulcan Works\, helping entrepreneurs bring world challenging ideas to life. A workspace and community for innovative creatives. Check them out at VulcanWorks.co.uk\n——————– \nAnd finally… \nThis is a donation ticketed event. The ticket price is yours to choose\, from £3 to £30 (the average attendees choose to pay £8.79 🙂 \nWe of course understand that these are tough times\, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount\, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and we’ll find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasn’t already been reached!) 🙂 \nPlease let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too\, we hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but don’t show up\, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times\, you’re outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers\, speakers\, sponsors\, and your fellow community members 🙂
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/marketing-meet-up/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:How to get your business noticed through PR
DESCRIPTION:How to get your business noticed through PR \nGetting your business featured in newspapers\, magazines\, radio and TV is a great way to reach a wider audience and bring in enquiries from your ideal client. \nDuring this workshop\, Emma Speirs of Ballyhoo PR will show attendees how to do their own PR to reach a wider audience and raise awareness of their brand. \nThe two-hour session will include: \n\nHow to get ‘media ready’\nGoal setting\nPulling together a basic PR plan for 2025 (including a free template to take away)\nTips on how to approach the media with a story\nWhat to do with any coverage you get to make the most out of it
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/how-to-get-your-business-noticed-through-pr/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Unlock Funding Opportunities with Barclays Demo Directory
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Barclays Eagle Labs\, we’re excited to present an exclusive session about the Barclays Demo Directory\, a platform connecting ambitious founders with a diverse network of attested investors\, from angels to venture capitalists. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nLearn how the Demo Directory works and how you can showcase your business to attract investors.\nHear success stories from founders who’ve used the platform.\nDiscover key insights about investor engagement and the latest funding trends.\nNetwork with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry leaders in the Oxfordshire startup ecosystem.\n\nWhether you’re new to fundraising or a seasoned entrepreneur\, this session will provide actionable insights to enhance your capital-raising journey. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to: \n\nUnderstand the Demo Directory process from registration to investor connection.\nGet guidance on creating a standout profile and demo video for the platform.\nExplore upcoming Demo Days where founders pitch live to investors.\nFind out how Eagle Labs can further support you to connect\, innovate and grow.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nFounders and entrepreneurs seeking funding opportunities.\nInvestors looking to connect with innovative businesses.\n\nJoin us for an informative and interactive session and take the next step in your funding journey. \nTickets are free\, but spaces are limited—register now to secure your spot! \nAbout Speakers: \nAlistair \nWith 15+ years in Strategic Digital Transformation and innovation\, working with everyone from academia\, startups and scaleups to corporates. \nCurrently helping startups and scaleups achieve their goals and grow successfully through the support of Eagle Labs. Working closely with founders and leadership teams to provide tailored support in fundraising\, product development\, and market expansion\, by leveraging my vast network of industry contacts and experience in the startup ecosystem\, to help companies overcome most obstacles they face. \nMark \nMark is passionate about seeing businesses scale and grow\, he engages with founders that are looking to raise capital to enable them to scale and grow their business. Connecting with Investors who are looking for quality deal flow to explore investment opportunities in businesses across the UK\, to encourage them to register to Demo Directory to see those great opportunities. \n– \nAbout Oxford Innovation Sessions \nThe Oxford Innovation Sessions are a series of six exclusive talks designed to provide local businesses with industry-leading insights. Launched in November 2024\, these sessions feature experts from top companies\, including Microsoft\, Barclays\, and Oxford Innovation Finance\, covering topics such as Artificial Intelligence\, Business Development\, and Marketing. \nRunning until March 2025\, each session includes a 30-minute talk followed by an interactive Q&A\, all streamed live online. These events are exclusively available to Oxford Innovation Space customers\, aiming to address challenges like securing financing\, leveraging new technologies\, and navigating the evolving digital marketing landscape.
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/unlock-funding-opportunities-with-barclays-demo-directory/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:How to Sell & Serve
DESCRIPTION:Matt will reveal exactly what to say during sales conversations to ensure that they result in more sales\, more revenue\, and ultimately\, you being able to serve more people. \nMatthew Elwell and Nick James co-founded the Elite Closing Academy in August 2018\, a place for Entrepreneurs\, Business Owners and Sales Teams to dramatically increase their sales without coming across as pushy or manipulative. \nThey offer professional accredited (IAPC&M) sales and closing training\, coaching and mentoring packages to sales teams and individuals all around the world. \nEvery single month\, their members get training\, development and coaching on how to serve\, sell and close at an Elite level. \nIf you’re ready to turn uncertainty in sales conversations into clarity and confidence\, this session is your chance to gain the tools to make it happen. \nYou’ll leave with: \n· Proven Phrases that take the guesswork out of handling objections and closing deals \n· Techniques to build genuine connections with your clients\, and \n· A Clear Sales Approach that makes closing feel natural\, not forced \n· Everything Matt will teach is designed to be applied immediately\, so you’ll be able to see results immediately you implement them.. \nReady to transform the way you sell? \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best and take your business to new heights.
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/how-to-sell-and-serve-3/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:#5: Hack & Share - a rundown of side projects by Northamptonshire geeks
DESCRIPTION:This one is different\, it is all about our community members and their side projects. Come and join us for a series of snappy presentations and demos where everyone can share the results of their weekend hacks.
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/hack-and-save-nn1dev/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Vulcan Works Free Hot Desking Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Vulcan Works on the last Friday of every month for Free Hot Desking day\, experience a productive\, flexible work environment! Whether you’re a freelancer\, remote worker\, or entrepreneur\, this is the perfect opportunity to try out our dynamic coworking space without any cost. \nEnjoy high-speed internet\, comfortable workstations\, an access to our communal areas\, all while networking with like-minded professionals. Drop in any time between 8:30am and 5pm and see how our space can boost your productivity. \nCome for the free desk\, stay for the creative energy! \n 
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/vulcan-works-free-hot-desking-day-5/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Vulcan Sessions 8: AI for all - Simplify learning\, working and living
DESCRIPTION:Empowerment Through AI: Creating Value Today\, Mastering Tomorrow \nEric Bye\, Erictron AI \nThis talk explores how generative AI tools like Copilot and ChatGPT can empower you to unlock opportunities\, improve your skills\, and achieve ambitious goals in education\, work\, and life. \nLearn how to go beyond just doing things faster\, and how to harness AI as both an assistant and an accelerator to thrive in an AI-driven future. \n\n\nA brief introduction to the technology behind Copilot and ChatGPT \n\n\nDiscover how AI can deliver immediate value as a personal tutor\, coach\, or creative partner \n\n\nLearn practical ways to integrate AI into your daily tasks for greater efficiency and innovation \n\n\nUnderstand why mastering AI fluency is essential for staying competitive in the future of work and learning \n\n\nSecond speaker TBA
URL:https://vulcanworks.co.uk/event/empowerment-through-ai-creating-value-today-mastering-tomorrow/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northampton\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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