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SUMMARY:Developing Intelligent Solutions with AI and Unlocking GPT’s Power
DESCRIPTION:A new initiative designed to bring industry-leading insights to local businesses has officially launched. The Oxford Innovation Sessions\, a series of six exclusive talks\, will feature experts from top companies including Microsoft\, Barclays\, and Oxford Innovation Finance\, covering cutting-edge topics in Artificial Intelligence\, Business Development\, Marketing\, and more. \nThe Oxford Innovation Sessions aim to address some of the most pressing challenges faced by businesses today\, from securing financing and leveraging new technologies\, to navigating the evolving digital marketing landscape. \nThe Oxford Innovation Sessions will run from now until March 2025\, with events exclusively available to Oxford Innovation Space customers. \nEach session will feature a 30-minute talk from a leading expert followed by interactive Q&A\, all streamed live online. The first event\, “Developing Intelligent Solutions with AI and Unlocking GPT’s Power”\, will be led by Michael Gillett & Paul Veck from Microsoft on Thursday\, November 28th. You can sign up for this event here. \nThe session will provide valuable insights into securing funding from angel investors and venture capitalists\, a critical topic for startups and growing businesses. \nMore sessions\, featuring additional high-profile speakers\, will be announced in the coming weeks\, so keep an eye for new events posted here.
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CATEGORIES:GROWTH,INNOVATION
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving in Business
DESCRIPTION:Discover the magic of design thinking! In this dynamic session\, we’ll ignite your problem-solving superpowers. We’ll focus on fostering a user-centered approach to innovation\, encouraging you to think differently about solving problems in your business. \nHere’s what’s in store…\nPart 1: Getting started: \n\nDesign thinking and its importance in innovation.\nExplanation of the five stages of design thinking: Empathise\, Define\, Ideate\, Prototype\, and Test.\n\nPart 2: Empathise and Define: \n\nEmpathise: What makes your customers tick? Put yourselves in their shoes to understand their needs\, pains\, and gains.\nDefine: What are the core problems your customers face? We’ll craft problem statements that are user-centered and actionable.\n\nPart 3: Ideate and Prototype: \n\nIdeate: What are your solutions to your customers’ problems? We’ll use creative techniques (such as mind mapping and SCAMPER) to generate a wide range of solutions to the defined problems.\nPrototype: Let’s take one or two promising ideas and build simple\, low-fidelity solution and/or prototypes – let your creativity flow!\n\nPart 4: Test and Feedback: \n\nWhy feedback and iteration in the design thinking process is so important.\nIt’s show and tell time! You’ll present your solution and/or prototype to the group. As a team\, we’ll explore how well your solution addresses your customers challenges and give you invaluable feedback.\n\nAt the end of the masterclass\, you’ll be able to put design thinking at the heart of your product and/or service development process. Your customers will love you putting them at the heart of your business.
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/masterclass-design-thinking-and-creative-problem-solving-in-business/
LOCATION:Octagon Theatre\, Octagon Theatre\, Howell Croft S\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Building and Sustaining Dynamic Teams for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Power of Growth! This workshop isn’t just another event—it’s your turbocharged journey toward success. Buckle up! Designed for ambitious leaders who want to build the team their business dreams of and retain and develop it to scale and grow. \nWhat’s on the agenda? \nBuilding Your Employer and Employee Brand \n\nThe Power of Employer Branding: Attracting Top Talent\nCrafting an Authentic Employer Brand\nCreating an Employee Value Proposition that Resonates\n\nEffective Recruitment Strategies for Growth \n\nSpot the right skills and cultural fit.\nMaster efficient recruitment techniques (yes\, we’re talking digital wizardry).\n\nCreating and Sustaining Company Culture \n\nThe DNA of Company Culture\nDefine your company culture and watch it fuel growth.\nDive into real-world case studies—because culture matters.\n\nBuilding Effective Teams: from good to great! \n\nDelegation Done Right\nNavigating Personality Clashes (Hint: It’s Not Rocket Science)\nTackling Performance Challenges Head-On\nMastering Communication Skills\n\nMastering the Art of Remote Team Alchemy \n\nThe Remote Team Conundrum\nTech Tools for Seamless Collaboration\nBoosting Remote Team Engagement and Productivity\n\nGet ready to ignite your team-building journey! Bolton\, let’s grow together!
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/building-and-sustaining-dynamic-teams-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:Bolton Albert Halls\, Victoria Square\, Bolton\, BL1 1RU
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Digital Tools for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to supercharge your business’ success? Join our immersive workshop where we demystify the digital toolbox! Discover game-changing tools that enhance efficiency in business management\, marketing\, and operations—tailored specifically for growing firms. \nWhat we’ll cover: \nPart 1: Business Management Tools \n\nProject Management & Collaboration: explore the transformative power of Asana\, Trello\, and Slack to boost teamwork and project tracking.\nCRM Essentials: dive into Salesforce and HubSpot to master customer interactions and sales insights.\n\nPart 2: Mastering Marketing Tools \n\nDigital Marketing Insights: unleash Mailchimp (email)\, Hootsuite (social media)\, and Google Analytics to deliver targeted marketing strategies and understanding audience engagement.\nContent Creation Magic: navigate tools such as WordPress and Canva to elevate your digital presence.\n\nPart 3: Operational Efficiency Tools \n\nFinancial Mastery: how to utilise QuickBooks and FreshBooks to revolutionise your accounting and financial tracking.\nE-Commerce Excellence: open your business to the world through tools like Shopify and WooCommerce to increase your sales and market.\n\nPart 4: Your Digital Toolbox \n\nDetermine which digital tools are right for your business and growth plans and action plan how and when you will integrate them into your day to day operation.\n\nThis is the start of your business’ digital journey … let us get on the right route! \n  \nHosted by Naomi Timperley\, Innovation Director \nNaomi Timperley is the Innovation Director for Merseyway Innovation Centre. She is also Co Founder of Tech North Advocates and We Are GSI Ltd. She’s proud to be in the top 50 Computer Weekly Most Influential Women in UK IT 2018\, 2019\, 2020\, 3rd most influential woman in 2021 and 4th in 2022. Naomi is an experienced growth and innovation consultant and has extensive experience working with start-ups & growth businesses particularly in the tech\, digital & creative sectors. Naomi has been a mentor for 12 years and has mentored hundreds of businesses. She is an Honorary Industry Fellow at the University of Salford Business School and on the board of the Industry Advisory Board. Naomi also sits on the board of charity Digital Inc\, VocalEyes CIC and Stockport based Social Enterprise PIE.
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/masterclass-digital-tools-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:Octagon Theatre\, Octagon Theatre\, Howell Croft S\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Bootcamp: Igniting Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Bolton Startup Bootcamp! We’ll dive into the world of startups\, tech\, and creativity. Our goal? To equip you with the tools\, inspiration\, and connections you need to thrive. You’ll leave with an action plan to kick start your business journey. \nThe morning sessions is all about Foundations and Inspiration \nTopics to be covered: \n\n“From Idea to Business Plan” Learn how to turn your brilliant idea into a solid business plan. We’ll cover market research\, customer identification\, and crafting a compelling value proposition.\n“Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving” Get your hands dirty! Engage in activities that spark creativity and innovative solutions. Design thinking is your secret weapon.\n\nThe afternoon focusses on Skills Development and Pitching \nWe’ll explore: \n\n“Building Your Brand in the Digital Age” Learn branding strategies that resonate in today’s fast-paced digital world. Your brand matters—let’s make it unforgettable.\n“Understanding Your Market and Competition” Uncover market insights and decode your competitors. Strategic analysis is your compass.\n“Pitch Perfect: Crafting Your Startup Pitch” Sharpen your pitch skills. Whether it’s investors or customers\, you’ll leave with a compelling story.\n\nGet ready to ignite your startup journey! Remember\, innovation knows no bounds. Let’s make Bolton proud! \n  \nHosted by Ian Balderson\, Innovation Director for The Wellsprings with guest speaker\, Naomi Timperley\, Innovation Director \nIan has a wide range of experience with a number of senior roles including 30 years with Barclays Bank where he headed up and supported the teams responsible for leading the personal and business customer across Greater Manchester. Towards the end of his Barclays career\, Ian led a programme working alongside the corporate division supporting larger clients both in private and public sectors with Digital Transformation acting as a consultant to help shape the strategy and assess the impact any transformation would have with both end users and their workforce. Since leaving the finance sector\, Ian has created a programme to enable innovation within the Pharmacy sector\, identifying\, designing and overseeing development and testing of SaaS products to improve the sector and enable the smaller pharmacy to innovate in the same way as it’s larger competition. Directly prior to joining OIS\, Ian headed up project management and implementation integrating products into Legal firms both in the UK and USA.
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/bootcamp-igniting-ideas/
LOCATION:Bolton Albert Halls\, Victoria Square\, Bolton\, BL1 1RU
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SUMMARY:Building and Sustaining Dynamic Teams for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Power of Growth! This workshop isn’t just another event—it’s your turbocharged journey toward success. Buckle up! Designed for ambitious leaders who want to build the team their business dreams of and retain and develop it to scale and grow. \nWhat’s on the agenda? \nBuilding Your Employer and Employee Brand \n• The Power of Employer Branding: Attracting Top Talent \n• Crafting an Authentic Employer Brand \n• Creating an Employee Value Proposition that Resonates \nEffective Recruitment Strategies for Growth \n• Spot the right skills and cultural fit. \n• Master efficient recruitment techniques (yes\, we’re talking digital wizardry). \nCreating and Sustaining Company Culture \n• The DNA of Company Culture \n• Define your company culture and watch it fuel growth. \n• Dive into real-world case studies—because culture matters. \nBuilding Effective Teams: from good to great! \n• Delegation Done Right \n• Navigating Personality Clashes (Hint: It’s Not Rocket Science) \n• Tackling Performance Challenges Head-On \n• Mastering Communication Skills \nMastering the Art of Remote Team Alchemy \n• The Remote Team Conundrum \n• Tech Tools for Seamless Collaboration \n• Boosting Remote Team Engagement and Productivity \nGet ready to ignite your team-building journey! Bolton\, let’s grow together!
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/building-and-sustaining-dynamic-teams-for-business-growth-2/
LOCATION:Bolton Albert Halls\, Victoria Square\, Bolton\, BL1 1RU
CATEGORIES:STARTUP
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SUMMARY:Bootcamp: Igniting Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Bolton Startup Bootcamp! Over two days\, we’ll dive into the world of startups\, tech\, and creativity. Our goal? To equip you with the tools\, inspiration\, and connections you need to thrive. \nDay 1 is all about Foundations and Inspiration \nTopics to be covered: \n• “Embracing Innovation in Bolton” Join us as a local leader or entrepreneur shares their insights on how innovation fuels Bolton’s economic landscape. Get ready to think big! \n• “From Idea to Business Plan” Learn how to turn your brilliant idea into a solid business plan. We’ll cover market research\, customer identification\, and crafting a compelling value proposition. \n• “Navigating the Tech\, Digital\, and Creative Landscape” Hear from local entrepreneurs and industry experts. Discover trends\, challenges\, and success stories in these dynamic fields. \n• “Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving” Get your hands dirty! Engage in activities that spark creativity and innovative solutions. Design thinking is your secret weapon. \nDay 1 ends with a Networking Mixer\, connect with fellow bootcampers and local business leaders. Forge valuable connections that could change your entrepreneurial journey. \nDay 2 focusses on Skills Development and Pitching \nWorkshops and masterclasses on the second day feature: \n• “Digital Tools for Startups” Discover essential digital tools for managing your business\, marketing effectively\, and streamlining operations. Efficiency awaits! \n• “Building Your Brand in the Digital Age” Learn branding strategies that resonate in today’s fast-paced digital world. Your brand matters—let’s make it unforgettable. \n• “Understanding Your Market and Competition” Uncover market insights and decode your competitors. Strategic analysis is your compass. \n• “Pitch Perfect: Crafting Your Startup Pitch” Sharpen your pitch skills. Whether it’s investors or customers\, you’ll leave with a compelling story. \nGet ready to ignite your startup journey! Remember\, innovation knows no bounds. Let’s make Bolton proud!
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/bootcamp-igniting-ideas-2/
LOCATION:Bolton Business School\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:STARTUP
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