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SUMMARY:Bolton Cyber Security Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A bespoke cyber security training event designed to enhance your understanding of cyber threats and risk management in business. \nAre you cyber secure? \nWould you like to know more about ensuring your business is safe online? \nAfter the recent cyber-attacks on high profile businesses\, such as Co-op and Marks and Spencer\, Business Bolton is pleased to offer an exclusive event for Bolton businesses. \nThis half-day bespoke cyber security training event has been designed to enhance participants’ understanding of cyber threats and risk management. The session includes two core components: an introduction to Cyber Fundamentals\, and an interactive Cyber Threat & Risk Lego Game developed by Lancaster University. \nThe workshop will be delivered by DiSH and Lancaster University alongside our partners the GM Business Growth Hub. It combines short presentations with hands-on activities and guided discussions. Attendees will explore key concepts in cyber threat awareness\, risk assessment\, and security decision-making in a collaborative environment. \nThis event is suitable for individuals and teams looking to build foundational cyber security knowledge\, strengthen internal practices\, and cascade learning across their wider organisation. \nSpaces are limited\, so book your free place now!
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/bolton-cyber-security-workshop/
LOCATION:The Wellsprings\, The Wellsprings\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:A Real Living Wage for Bolton – The Difference It Makes
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to invite you to this year’s Bolton Living Wage Week event. \n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin leaders from Bolton businesses\, The Bolton Family and the Good Employment Charter at the new Wellsprings building.\n\n\n\nWe’ll celebrate employers across Bolton who are making work work for everyone through paying the real Living Wage\, and learn how being an accredited Living Wage Employer is one step closer to becoming a member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter. \nAgenda\n11.30am: Welcome\, teas/coffees and networking \n1150am: Value of real Living Wage in GM \n12pm: GM Good Employment Charter \n12.10pm-12.30pm: Hear from Bolton Employers \n12.30pm: Questions/networking/refreshments \nAccessibility\nThere is level access into and within the building and lifts. \nRefreshments\nTea\, coffee and refreshments will be provided. \nPhotography\nPlease be aware that photography and videography will be taking place throughout this event. By attending\, you consent to your image and likeness being captured and potentially used for promotional and archival purposes by the organisers. If you have any concerns or wish to opt out\, please speak to a member of the event team. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nLiving Wage Week 2025 takes place from 10th to 16th November. As part of this national celebration\, our event will explore the difference the Living Wage campaign is making for workers\, employers and communities in Bolton.
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/a-real-living-wage-for-bolton-the-difference-it-makes/
LOCATION:The Wellsprings\, The Wellsprings\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:ProfitCLUB
DESCRIPTION:Bolton Business Owners. Join us at the brand new Wellsprings ProfitCLUB. Meet other owners and pick up new strategies to boost your profit! \nThis is a completely free event\, hosted at The Wellsprings in Bolton by Paul Limb from ActionCOACH.
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/business-growth-profit/
LOCATION:The Wellsprings\, The Wellsprings\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Public Procurement: Bolton
DESCRIPTION:Improving your tendering win rate: bidding and tendering strategies the professionals use to win tenders. \nFor many small businesses\, the intricacies of formal bids and tenders can appear daunting\, from complex processes to resource limitations and stiff competition from larger firms. Our workshop is designed to demystify the bidding process and equip attendees with the strategies needed for success. \nAttendees will learn how to develop a consistent strategic approach to bidding\, how to structure and write proposals\, find out how buyers evaluate submissions and the importance of environmental and social value impacts in public sector tenders. The workshop includes where to uncover lucrative bidding opportunities and enhance chances of clinching contracts. \nBolton Council will provide updates on their latest procurement initiatives\, offering a unique opportunity to stay abreast of local contracting opportunities. \n \nWhat will attendees take away from the Event? \n• How to decide when to bid and when not to \n• What the tendering process is \n• How to organise yourself \n• What Bolton Council are looking for and how they evaluate you and your competitors \n• Where Bolton Council post their opportunities \n• Carbon reduction plans for tender responses \n• Demonstrating delivery of social value in tenders
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/publish-procurement-bolton-tenders-bidding/
LOCATION:The Wellsprings\, The Wellsprings\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:GROWTH,INNOVATION,STARTUP
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SUMMARY:Ideas on Tap — Business Over Beers
DESCRIPTION:It’s back! 🍻\nBusiness over Beers returns to Northern Monkey on Thursday 13th November✨ \nOpen to business owners\, key decision makers; anyone who is local and wants to connect in a casual\, non-salesy environment. \nGreat people\, great conversations\, and maybe even your next big idea. \nWho says business can’t be fun? See you there! \nrebooking leaflet \n 
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/business-over-beers-networking-growth/
CATEGORIES:GROWTH,INNOVATION,STARTUP
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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic 2-hour session designed specifically for small businesses looking to stay ahead in the digital landscape. Presented by Matt\, a seasoned expert from an award-winning digital agency\, this event will explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way people search online—and what that means for your marketing strategy. \nWhether you’re a local retailer\, service provider\, or startup\, you’ll gain practical insights into: \n\nHow AI is reshaping search behaviour and customer journeys\nWhat tools and trends are driving smarter digital marketing\nActionable strategies to boost visibility and engagement in an AI-driven world\n\nExpect real-world examples\, interactive discussion\, and expert guidance to help your business thrive in this new era of search. \nWho should attend: Small business owners\, marketing managers\, and anyone curious about the future of digital marketing \nThis event is a free event and will be held on November 20th\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at The Wellsprings in Bolton. \n 
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/digital-marketing-bolton-events-ai/
LOCATION:The Wellsprings\, The Wellsprings\, Bolton\, BL1 1SB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Urban Outreach Bolton
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 22nd November – Local volunteering opportunity in Bolton\, can you help? \nThis Saturday\, in partnership with Urban Outreach Bolton \, there will be a festive food donation collection at Asda Astley Bridge between 10am and 3pm. Volunteers are needed to help welcome shoppers\, share information about the appeal\, and receive donated items. \nIf you or members of your team could spare an hour or more on Saturday\, your support would make a real difference to families across Bolton who are in need of a little extra help this Christmas. \nIf you’re available to volunteer\, please contact Urban Outreach Bolton directly at: dave@urbanoutreach.co.uk \nThank you in advance for any support you can offer\, and for everything you already do as part of the Wellsprings community.
URL:https://wellspringsbolton.co.uk/event/urban-outreach-bolton-volunteer/
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