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Join us for our next Smart Cookies ‘Closing the gap: Aligning sales & marketing for better results’, where we'll tackle one of the biggest missed opportunities for businesses - effectively aligning your sales and marketing strategies for maximum growth. In today’s business landscape, companies are facing the challenge of deciding where to allocate their time and resources most effectively in order to generate leads: ?? Is it sales, marketing, brand or a combination of them all? ?? How can you ensure your sales and marketing teams are working together when historically they work independently from each other? ?? How do you navigate the complexities of lead generation and customer loyalty in 2025? Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and gain valuable insights into how to enhance your business’s sales and marketing performance! Get your ticket now https://lnkd.in/exSsfyVp

The agency landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by AI, shifting client expectations, and new business models. In an event at Engine Shed in Bristol on 10th April, Spencer Gallagher will explore the key strategic considerations agency leaders need to future-proof their businesses. He will share how agency models, team structures, and success metrics will change, the rise of agentic and RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) approaches, and the biggest threats agencies must navigate. >?Early bird BCI member tickets are ￡20 +VAT until 9th March. >?BCI member tickets are ￡30 +VAT from 10th March. >?Non-member tickets are ￡45 +VAT. Register at https://lnkd.in/egcNWjr4 #bristol #bristolevent #bristolcreatives #bristolcreativeindustries #bristolbusiness #agencies #ukagencies Alli Nicholas Shonette Laffy Lis Anderson FCIPR Heather Wright Kate Sikora Tom Bowden-Green Tom Harber David Darke Adam Millbank Gail Caig Marissa Lewis-Peart

We are very excited to announce #TheSPARKies will be making a return to Bath this year, hosted at the awesome Green Park Station! ???? That's right, techSPARK's big summer celebration will be back for 2025 and nominations are officially OPEN ??? Remind yourself of the last time we hosted The SPARKies in Bath, taking over the iconic Parade Gardens and filling it was our classic festival vibes ?? The SPARKies is all about celebrating the best of tech in the West, so if you know an organisation or person who deserves recognition this year, you can start nominating them today. From creative minds, impactful startups and budding talent, there is a multitude of award categories to chose from ? Read more and start nominating ?? https://hubs.li/Q038KqH80 #TechAwards #SPARKies25

Accelerate Your Startup's Growth: 3 Days to Apply! Geovation’s Accelerator Programme, in association with Ordnance Survey (OS) and HM Land Registry (HMLR), has been empowering startups for 10 years. With a focus on GeoTech and PropTech, our programme offers tailored resources and advice to early-stage founders, helping them grow their businesses. Why Apply? Expert Guidance: Benefit from the knowledge and experience of OS and HMLR, the trusted sources of geospatial and property information in the UK. Specialist Support: Access tailored assistance to understand the capabilities of the market and the ‘art of the possible’ with OS and HMLR data. Innovative Solutions: Develop products covering conveyancing to geospatial intelligence (GI) with our support. Apply now and be part of the next generation of data-led entrepreneurs to lead innovation: PropTech, in association with HM Land Registry, for startups using land or property data to revolutionise the property industry. ??? Apply #PropTech?- https://lnkd.in/eKdpeusY GeoTech, in association with Ordnance Survey, is for all startups tackling any real-world challenge using location data. ?? Apply #GeoTech?- https://lnkd.in/epA-pGCR Applications close midnight Sunday 2 March. Geovation is an Ordnance Survey initiative, in association with HM Land Registry. #Entrepreneur #Founder #PreSeed #RealEstate #PropertyData #ConTech #FinTech #Geospatial #LocationData

We're excited to announce Andrew Smith, Co-founder and COO of Fathom, as a panellist for Startup Stories - From Idea to Exit, alongside Laura Gemmell, Founder of Taught by Humans. We hope you can join us on 20 March for an evening of two insightful fireside chats that delve into the journey of building a business – from the initial spark of an idea to the culmination of a successful exit. Featuring candid conversations with founders at different stages of their journeys, this event offers a rare glimpse into the realities of startup life, from the earliest challenges to scaling and thriving. ?? ?? With opportunities to ask questions and connect with like-minded individuals,?Startup Stories?is designed to inspire, inform, and equip you with valuable insights to navigate your own entrepreneurial path. ???20 March ?6 - 8pm ??Engine Shed, Bristol Book your free ticket now ?? https://bit.ly/4jbTd36 #startup #founder #incubator #accelerator

I'm really excited to be joining the BBC Women in STEM Network in Bristol for an inspiring?International Women’s Day celebration, championing the 2025 theme:?Accelerate Action!? ?? Engine Shed, Bristol. Wednesday, 5th March What to Expect: ?? Keynote Speaker:?Dr. Zara Nanu MBE, Women's Leadership Board at Harvard Kennedy School, Founder of WorkVue. ??? Panel Event hosted by Lalita Taylor FRSA -?BBC Exec Producer, UN Equity 2030 Alliance Expert and Chair BBC WiStem. Featuring: Lauren Hine?– Chief of UK Marketing & Alliances, ANDDigital Jessica Dowdall?– Head of Data Operations, BBC Sophie Bolland?– Head of Infrastructure Technology Risk, Lloyds Banking Group Alicia Teagle?– Co-Founder, SR2 & Founder, Women Rock and Tech Volunteers Dr. Zara Nanu MBE ? Lightning Talks on Allyship & More?from: Tim Bardell?– Chief Delivery & Transformation Officer, Made Tech Rachel Baldwin?– Head of Programmes & Projects, Broadcast & End User Tech, BBC British Telecom (BT) DEI Team ?? Lean-In Circles & Networking:?Connect with like-minded changemakers ?? Save the date, spread the word, and let’s celebrate?#IWD2025?together!? Register now to secure your spot!?https://lnkd.in/gScPEpDb #InternationalWomensDay #AccelerateAction #WomenInSTEM #DiversityInTech #WiSTEM

??We’re pleased to announce our next BI Foresight Live event, focused on the Convergence of Critical Technologies in Quantum. Join us for an expert panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities driving innovation in quantum on 3 April at Engine Shed, Bristol.? ? -Panel discussion and Q&A with expert researchers and cutting-edge businesses leaders??? -Deep dive into real-world applications, emerging trends and pathways to collaboration??? -Drinks and nibbles reception with networking??? ? Book your place now and don't miss this invaluable opportunity to connect and collaborate with leading innovation players to shape the future.? ??? https://bit.ly/4krwxN0? ? ???3 April? ?4.30 - 7pm? ??Engine Shed, Bristol? ? #Innovation #TechConvergence #AI #QuantumTech???

Calling all underestimated founders in Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, or South Gloucestershire! ?? The Funding Readiness Programme – an incredible opportunity designed specifically for YOU! ?? This fully funded programme will empower you with the knowledge, tools and network to confidently navigate the world of investment. Think expert-led webinars, tailored mentorship and invaluable connections. ?? This is a fully funded program (so no cost to you) thanks to the British Business Bank (SW) and the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority. Learn more below and apply by Friday ?? https://hubs.ly/Q038bXKm0

#Bristol crew, come and join us at this #SmartCookies event TONIGHT! This week it’s all about attracting, nurturing, and retaining talent - particularly in the startup space where every new hire makes an impact on the trajectory of your business in it’s first few years. As usual, there’s an expert panel leading the discussion: ?? Alan Furley from ISL Talent ?? Alicia Grimes from The Future Kind ?? Jaye Cowle from Launch And they’ll be covering questions including: ?How does rapid growth impact your culture, and how can you best prepare for it? ?How do you improve accountability and engagement within a team? ?How can you break down silos and foster collaboration across teams? ?How do you attract top talent to your organisation? ?What are the best ways to motivate your teams? Tickets are only a fiver and that includes ?? and ?? so get involved! Here’s everything you need to know: People and culture: Strategies for leading thriving teams A Smart Cookies event by Unfold Wednesday, February 26, 6-8pm Engine Shed, Station Approach, Bristol https://lnkd.in/eGricp7Y

?? Do you have an idea in AI, Robotics, CreaTech, Quantum, or Cybersecurity? Funded by Barclays Eagle Labs, UK Government & the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, and delivered by techSPARK uk, University of the West of England & SETsquared Bath Innovation Centre, we can help you launch it! The START Programme is a sector-specific accelerator designed to support pre-start businesses in the South West. Running in March 2025, it will provide: ? 28 hours of tailored workshops ? Expert mentorship ? A strong peer network Plus, five high-potential startups will receive extended incubation support. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to create something that is yours - this is your chance to build something amazing! Apply today! ?? https://hubs.li/Q038lv6B0 #STARTProgramme #Deeptech #Founder