March into networking this month with our favourite events:
Derby Hub
Date: Wednesday 4th & 18th March 2020
Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Cost: £15.00 per meeting (open to members and non-members)
Venue:
5th February: Enterprise Centre, Bridge Street, Derby, DE1 3LD
19th February: Nelsons Law, Lodge Lane, Derby
Frequency: Two meetings per month
What does it include?: Buffet lunch and refreshments
Parking: On-street parking (£1.50, bring change or use the parking app)
How to book: www.derbyhub.co.uk/events/
Essential Print Services is a founder member of Derby Hub and we love it for it’s the friendly and informal atmosphere. There is great camaraderie between members and visitors can expect a warm welcome. Each delegate has the opportunity to pitch their business for 1 minute. Every meeting has a different topic presented by an expert in that field.
FSBConnect, Derby
Date: Tuesday 17th March 2020
Time: 10am – 12noon
Cost: March’s meeting is free for members. £5.00 for non-members
Venue: Enterprise Centre, University Of Derby, Bridge Street, Derby DE1 3LS
Frequency: Monthly
What does it include?: Refreshments
Parking: On-site, on a first-come, first-served basis. Or, on-street parking (£1.50, bring change or use the parking app)
How to book: Visit https://www.fsb.org.uk/event-calendar/fsbconnect-derby-networking-feb.html
Hosted by our very own Yvonne Gorman; join like-minded business people in a friendly and supportive business environment. Open to all; whether you’re a start-up company or an established business. Each month features a different speaker; this month is James Blake from Powerful Ideas covering “Does the culture in your business help you achieve your goals?”. Essential Print Services is proud to be a member of the Federation of Small Businesses.
Connect, Sport & Business
Date: Wednesday 18th March 2020
Time: 6.00pm – 7.30pm
Cost: Free
Venue: University of Derby Sports Centre, Kedleston Road, Derby DE22 1GB
Frequency: Monthly
What does it include?: Refreshments, light buffet
Parking: On-site.
How to book: Email info@derbyshireis.co.uk to reserve a space.
If you enjoy networking and you have a passion for sport, then book your place at ‘Connect’. Hosted by Derbyshire Institute of Sport Director, Chloe Maudsley. Each month a guest speaker will talk about a range of topics from the world of sports performance and how to apply these techniques in your business. Essential Print Services is proud to be an Official Supporter of the Derbyshire Institute of Sport.
How to recover like a superhero
Date: Thursday 19th March 2020
Time: 12noon – 2pm
Cost: Free
Venue: The Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand, Derby DE1 1BS
Frequency: One-off
What does it include?: Refreshments, light buffet
Parking: On-site.
How to book: Click here to book free tickets.
This event brings together BT, peak b and Owen Conti and aims to help you to protect your business throughout 2020 and beyond.
In this workshop, IT expert Owen Conti will be sharing practical tips and advice on how to avoid and prevent cyber security threats by using real-life examples from small businesses he has personally helped. Owen will be teaching you how to spot the signs of fraud and practical steps you can take to recover, should the worst happen.
CreativeMornings
Date: Friday 20th March 2020
Time: 8.00am – 10.00am
Cost: Free.
Venue: Derby Quad, Market Place, Cathedral Quarter, Market Place, Derby DE1 3AS
Frequency: Monthly
What does it include?: Buffet Breakfast & Refreshments
Parking: City Centre Car Parks (payable)
How to book: www.creativemornings.com/cities/dby
CreativeMorning meetings happen all over the world and so, it is fantastic that Derby has it’s very own cohort of creative people. Visitors can expect an engaging keynote speaker, meet fellow creative businesses and the chance to collaborate. The events are hosted by Tim Elliot and supported by Quad and Mainframe. Essential Print Services is proud to be a Local Partner of CreativeMornings.
East Midlands Chamber – Pure Networking
Date: Friday 27th March 2020
Time: 8.00am – 10.00am
Cost: £5.00. Open to members and non-members
Venue: Risley Hall Hotel and Spa, Derbyshire
Frequency: Monthly
What does it include?: Refreshments
Parking: Free parking on-site.
How to book: East Midlands Chamber Website
Not another networking group, by me & dee Charity
Date: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Time: 6.00pm – 8.30pm
Cost: £15.00
Venue: The Farmhouse Mackworth, 60 Ashbourne Road, Mackworth, Derby, DE22 4LY
Frequency: Monthly
What does it include?: A drinks reception and hot food, served at 6.30pm
Parking: On-site
How to book: Visit www.meanddee.co.uk/latest-events/
Maria Hanson MBE founder of me & dee charity, together with Charity Development Manager, Mark Harrison, host a fun and lively business group open to all. Profits from the ticket sales go straight back to the charity. Join them for quality food, drinks reception and fantastic networking along with some keynote speakers throughout 2020. Essential Print Services are proud to sponsor and support me & dee charity.
Marketing Derby Bondholder Events
Date: Various throughout the month
Time: Varies
Cost: Free to Bondholders or invite-only
Venue: Varies
Frequency: Varies
What does it include?: Refreshments
How to book: Invite-only (if you are not a Bondholder, and you’d like to attend, get in touch with Yvonne Gorman)
Visit https://www.marketingderby.co.uk/md-events for the latest events.
Yvonne Gorman is a Marketing Derby Board Member. Marketing Derby host a variety of networking and special events throughout the year. If you would like to know more about becoming a Marketing Derby Bondholder, please get in touch with us on 01332 418377.
Want more?
The University of Derby hosts several events throughout the year to connect students with businesses. Stay connected with their events diary by visiting www.derby.ac.uk/events/latest-events.
If you have any queries about the events above, please contact Yvonne Gorman on 01332 418377 or chat with us online during office hours.
