If you have some great business ideas, are just starting up, or are already getting your enterprise established, have a look at what’s on offer in Manchester for Global Entrepreneurship Week 2014.
Based at Manchester’s iconic Central Library, the Business and IP Centre Manchester is busy preparing a range of activities and events to suit you: from start-up to SME, innovator to inventor, there’s something there to help you get inspired, learn some tips, or just make some new contacts.
Events include:
Inspiring Entrepreneurs: Question Time for Entrepreneurs 2014 Free live screening
Monday 17 November, 5.45pm-9pm
To celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week 2014, for one night only some of Britain’s finest entrepreneurial minds will be sharing their expert business knowledge with you. To book go to: www.inspiringmcrquestiontime.eventbrite.co.uk
BL Webinar: Introducing Lean Start-Up
Tuesday 18 November, 11am-12.15pm
The ideal introduction to Lean Start-Up philosophy and practices, of interest to business support providers, those considering launching or developing a product or services, and anyone interested in this increasingly popular business model. Meet others and see a demonstration of the videoconferencing suite available for SMEs in Central Library. To book go to: www.leanstartupwebinar.eventbrite.co.uk
Go Global with Central Library
Wednesday 19 November, 11.30am-2.30pm
The new Central Library Demonstrator is your chance to have a go and get hands-on with some of the latest technology. Find out how your business can benefit from the latest technical advances, including Videoconferencing, Ultra HD video, cloud computing, social media and 3D printing. Drop in and see the technology in action.
Start Up Engines: Eat! Drink! Profit!
Thursday 20 November, 6pm–8pm
Withington Library, 410 Wilmslow Road, M20 3BN
Food and drink businesses are one of the most popular start-ups today.
Carla Tomlinson from Penelope’s Kitchen will be talking about her experiences of setting up, with tips and advice to take your idea further. To book go to:
www.startupengineswithington.eventbrite.co.uk
Speed Mentoring: Business Basics
Friday 21 November, 10am-12.30pm
Thinking of starting up? Join the fast and fun speed-mentoring session to get yourself ready for business. To book go to:
www.speedmentoringbusinessbasics.eventbrite.co.uk
Introduction to 3D printing
Saturday 22 November, 11am-12noon and 1pm-2pm
Media Lounge, Central Library
3D printing has captured the world’s imagination: the possibilities seem endless. Come and see 3D printing in action, find out how to scan an object, and learn about free 3D design software. To book go to: www.3dprintingintromcr.eventbrite.co.uk