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.
An hour-long, virtual one-to-one meeting to discuss your business needs, with our marketing expert, Alison Jobson.Expert biography:Alison is a Chartered Marketer and a no-fluff marketing consultant. Her approach is straightforward, plain-speaking and honest.In 2010 she created Straight Marketing, a marketing agency focused on helping busy business to raise their profile, attract new customers and increase […]
A virtual one-to-one meeting to help you discover information and support for your business through Devon Libraries and Torbay LibrariesIn this individual meeting, learn about the services and resources available to support your small business or start-up, through Business & IP Centre Devon.Whether you're wanting an overview of what we can offer, or would like […]
An hour-long, virtual, one-to-one meeting, to discuss your business needs, with our PR/comms expert Siobhán Lavelle.Expert biography: Siobhán is a PR and marketing communications consultant. With nearly 30 years experience, she works with clients to develop marketing communications programmes that support business goals and drive growth and sales, build brands and strengthen reputation. Siobhán brings […]
An unique opportunity to attend a free event with this network for like-minded women to connect, grow, & create opportunity.Following on from our "Perfect your Pitch" and "Silencing your Inner Critic" webinars, we invite you to put those skills into practice. Put on your best smile, and make your way to Exeter Library for a […]
Are you reaching full capacity and need to start outsourcing admin or marketing tasks to keep your business running?Jemma has built up an award winning business and now works with business owners to successfully scale their businesses. As you grow you may find you struggle to juggle the growing amounts of admin required to keep […]
Understand your own mindset, where it may be holding you back, and the tools and techniques you need to tackle your next challenge.Our mindset shapes everything we think and everything we do. From the brand of pasta we buy, to the top priority business decisions we make. Often these decisions are made for us by […]
Business advisor Angie Taffs delivers this one to one surgery where she will check over and advise on your business plan.An opportunity for a one to one session with qualified business advisor Angie Taffs. Angie will check over and advise on your business plan.About Angie: Angie Taffs’ background is in business management, development and training […]
Learn how to work with your mind and body to maximise productivity without sacrificing your wellbeing.Running a business draws on a number of resources if it’s to run smoothly – but it can only thrive if YOU thrive. No matter how much you try to stretch time, it’s a limited resource that you can’t control. […]
Business advisor Angie Taffs delivers this one to one surgery where she will check over and advise on your business plan.An opportunity for a one to one session with qualified business advisor Angie Taffs. Angie will check over and advise on your business plan.About Angie: Angie Taffs’ background is in business management, development and training […]
Meet some inspiring women in this relaxed and friendly panel event and learn from their experience of starting and running a business.Panellists include: Roshni Mahajan – Aramis Rugby I was born and brought up in India. Indian society is very retrogressive in its approach towards the progression of women. The aggressively patriarchal attitude towards my […]
Help your small business start up and thrive with BIPC Devon! Join us for a chat at our regular drop-in sessions. No need to book.Dates/Times:Tuesday 5th April, 10.00 - 12.00Tuesday 3rd May, 10.00 - 12.00Drop in to Paignton Library, any time between 10 and 12 on the first Tuesday of the month, for an informal […]
Drop in any time between 10 and 12 to find out how we can help your small business start up and thrive.Drop in to Paignton Library, any time between 10 and 12, for an informal chat with one of the Business & IP Centre team - ask a question, learn about the resources and services […]
Learn how to scale your business, understand your market and drive sales. Amanda has created unique and recognizable brand: Granny GothardsFrom accountant to head of an internationally recognized brand, Amanda's business journey has been remarkable. With a team of passionate and driven women at Granny Gothards Amanda has been able to transform her business, expand […]
Join Jemma Broadstock as she covers the top tips for using social media for businessJemma has built up an award winning business and now works with business owners to successfully scale their businesses.Learn the secrets of social media, and how to make it both manageable and profitable for your business!About JemmaJemma's entrepreneurial journey began at […]
An introduction to GRANTfinder database to help you find the funding you need to turn your ideas into a thriving businessWhether you're a small business, a charity, a social enterprise, or even an individual, funding can be vital to your success. This session will introduce you to GRANTfinder, a large database that allows you to […]
Come along for an informal networking session and meet other fantastic female entrepreneurs with optional co-working desks after the sessionCome along for an informal networking session from 10-12 and meet other fantastic female entrepreneurs with optional co-working desks after the session. To book a co-working desk go to: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/coworking-in-totnes-tribe-co-working-tickets-331083057337 About The TribeThe Tribe is a […]
Book your FREE coworking desk in this fantastic female coworking space from 12-5pmIf you've booked the Networking session from 10-12 ( https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/networking-in-totnes-tribe-co-working-tickets-331078593987) stay on and work from the beautiful space at Tribe Co-workingAbout The TribeThe Tribe is a small community-driven coworking space in the South Hams that caters to creative, growth-oriented female entrepreneurs by providing […]
Learn how to use cognitive techniques to free yourself from stress and help prevent burnoutTypically, we can get caught up in anxiety and stress owing to the ‘busyness’ of our lives. Over time this can impact our health and relationships at work and in our home lives. Lacking clarity and focus, it is easy to […]
Join Claire Collis to explore the importance of knowing your values to a successful business.Knowing Yourself and Your ValuesIndecision, idea-overwhelm, worry about how your pricing, offers, or terms of service might be perceived by others and fears around lack of knowledge are all things that most women in business have experienced at some point. In […]
Reserve your free half-day desk now! Meet other small business owners, entrepreneurs and local start-ups, at Exeter libraryBored of the same four walls? Fancy seeing some new faces? Reserve your free half-day desk now! Meet other small business owners, entrepreneurs and local start-ups, at Exeter library.Bring your laptop and settle at a desk in the […]
During the 60-minute session you will learn how to listen, speak and prepare yourself to interact with others more effectively.If you want to embrace and enjoy networking but get anxious or stressed just thinking about it, this session is for you!CLEVER CONVERSATIONS FOR BETTER RESULTS• Are you a working professional?• Do you have conversation with […]
Join Stacey Sheppard to find out how to build a loyal and engaged community around your businessSome of the most successful brands today are the ones who have managed to build a loyal and engaged community around their business. Customers who support your business, help you to build brand awareness and provide important feedback for […]
Q & A opportunity for expertise advice and practical, quick-win solutions for public speakingYOUR TRAINER Gabi Glover who has over 14 years of experience shares her less than conventional approach insights and ideas. Teaching you to stop doing and start doing things that help produce the results you want. Delivered in a user-friendly format that […]
Relationship management is key in every area of your business: learn how to manage these with business partners, suppliers, customers & moreBeing the perfect partner to your clients can feel a little daunting, How do you know your clients like you? How do you chase them in business without looking needy?How do you change the […]
Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Kalkidan will describe how to use paid ads and content marketing to drive people onto your website and events. The program […]
Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Kalkidan will describe how to use paid ads and content marketing to drive people onto your website and events. The program […]
Being able to navigate challenging conversations is key to a successful business. Learn how to navigate them better.Does the thought of upcoming negotiations keep you up at night?Do you find yourself being utterly silenced if someone is confrontational about a disagreement in a meeting?Do you dread having to give negative feedback?This training course will help […]
Learn how to work on your own mental wellbeing to increase resilience, reduce stress and embrace change rather than feeling overwhelmedThe need to adapt to change has never been greater but that can be easier said than done. Learn how to prepare yourself and your business for whatever lies ahead - rather than fearing, being […]
Practice your networking skills with an establised female led networking group.Are you nervous about networking? Do you want to polish your pitch?Over the past 3 months, the BIPC's Women in Business programme has had a number of webinars designed to help you gather your thoughts, provide hints and tips, and uplift your confidence when it […]
Taking the fear out of financesAbout James“Helping you to succeed in your business aspirations”Being born and bred in Torbay, I’ve been fortunate to spend my career to date at some of the Westcountry’s finest accountancy firms, now taking that experience to launch Accounting4Everything, at our new offices located in Preston Paignton.My passion is working closely […]
An introduction to copyright and trade marks in the UK, and how you can use them to protect the intellectual property in your business.As you build your business, you’re creating so much! From the words in your website, to your brand name and logo, your products themselves, new inventions perhaps – even the look of […]
Learn how to apply the secret principles of the world's most successful businesses in any small business** A fantastic 'in person' event at Exeter Library, which promises to be interactive with Q&As and discussions about real situations. **You are not in control of your business ...your customers are!2 ½ hour high value training for leaders […]
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