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The Business & IP Centre at Exeter and Barnstaple Libraries host a range of events and workshops to suit start-ups, entrepreneurs or businesses looking to learn new skills or research their industry.
Webinars run weekly on a variety of subjects and are a great way to get an overview of a new topic, or a refresher which can help you to look at your business plan in a new light. Whether you’re just starting out or an established business looking to grow, our webinars are useful, inspiring and informative.
One-to-ones are useful for enquiring about how you can access business information and support, to discuss a problem or question you have in a specific area of your business, or to find out more about Intellectual Property. Find out more information on our 1-to-1s page.
The value of Networking, coworking and connecting as a small business
Networking is something we all know we should be doing for our business but traditional networking events can feel intimidating and off-putting. How can we ensure that we get the value from networking in a way that suits us and works for our business. What options are available and how can coworking help us to network in a more natural and organic way?
In this workshop we will discuss the following:
Upon leaving this workshop you will understand the importance of tapping into the wider business community, how to make the most of networking opportunities and how coworking spaces are a great place for meeting new people.
About Stacey Sheppard
Stacey Sheppard is a freelance writer and multi-award-winning interior design blogger. She started her blog, The Design Sheppard, in 2009 and it is has ranked as one of the top interior design blogs in the UK every year since 2012.
Stacey has written for various print and online publications including Livingetc.com, Warehouse Home, Devon Home, Taste Buds, Designer Kitchen & Bathroom magazine and Startups magazine amongst others. She has appeared on panels for industry events, judged industry awards and featured on national TV as an interiors expert.
Working as a journalist and freelance writer in the print and digital media industry for the past 15 years, Stacey has helped countless brands to tell their story in the media and therefore has gained enormous insight into how a strong brand identity can help businesses to stand out and attract their ideal customers.
In early 2020 Stacey opened, The Tribe, a small boutique coworking space for female entrepreneurs in Totnes. Having found that working from home can be a lonely and isolating experience and knowing many female entrepreneurs in a similar situation locally, Stacey decided to set up a dedicated space to allow women in business to come together in a supportive and uplifting environment that fosters connection and collaboration.
In 2021, The Tribe won two business awards and Stacey was also a finalist in the Women in Business Awards.
About The Tribe
The Tribe is a small community-driven coworking space in the South Hams that caters to creative, growth-oriented female entrepreneurs by providing an inspiring working environment designed to foster collaboration, connection and support. We strongly believe that your vibe attracts your tribe. And we sincerely hope that in visiting our shared office space in Totnes and working with us you will find your tribe and feel like you belong.
Use the booking link below to book your place at this event.
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Registered office: Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter, Devon EX4 3PQ