Spring into networking this month with our favourite online events:
The Tuesday Talk Show
Date: Tuesday 6th April
Time: 10am-10.30am
How to watch: YouTube Channel
Join Yvonne for a live broadcast as she interviews local business owners about what life is like running a company. This episode is the start of series three and to celebrate Essential Print Services’ 10th birthday, the tables will be turned; Yvonne will be interviewed by Pete Allen from CarrotCruncher Media. All previous episodes are available on #replay over at the Tuesday Talk Show YouTube channel.
Derby Hub
Date: Wednesday 7th April
Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Cost: £5.00
Frequency: Monthly
How to book: www.derbyhub.co.uk/events/
Essential Print Services is a founder member of Derby Hub and we love it for its 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 a minute. Every meeting has a different topic presented by an expert in that field.
Network of Entrepreneurs
Date: Wednesday 14th April
Time: 4pm – 5pm
Cost: Free.
Frequency: Monthly
How to book: www.creativemornings.com/cities/dby
An inspirational and informative insight into the world of business and entrepreneurship. This is a unique opportunity designed to help form and develop business ideas. You will have the opportunity to meet some of our most entrepreneurial students who have started businesses or have the desire to in the future.
CreativeMornings
Date: Friday 16th April
Time: 8.30am – 10.00am
Cost: Free.
Frequency: Monthly
How to book: www.creativemornings.com/cities/dby
CreativeMorning meetings happen all over the world and so, it is fantastic that Derby has its 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 Connect
Date: Tuesday 20th April
Time: 4.00pm
Cost: Free. Open to members and limited spaces for non-members
Frequency: Monthly
How to book: East Midlands Chamber Website
The events include a keynote speaker, breakout sessions and member spotlights.
FSB Virtual Networking, Derby & Derbyshire
Date: Wednesday 21st April
Time: 2.00pm-3.00pm
Cost: Free for members and non-members
Frequency: Monthly
How to book: Click here to book
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. Hosted by our very own Yvonne Gorman, who recently won an award for her voluntary work with the FSB. This month’s theme is a networking party. After attendees have given their elevator pitch we will ask: If you could go back in time to when you started the business, what advice would you give your past self? And like any good party, all attendees will receive a goodie bag. Essential Print Services is proud to be a member of the Federation of Small Businesses.
me & dee Charity Business Networking Club
Date: Tuesday 27th April
Time: 2pm-3.30pm
Cost: £5.00 donation to me&dee charity (free for Sponsors)
Frequency: Monthly
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. 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
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.
