The programme consists of: monthly networking coffee clubs; business workshops across a range of business topics; business clinics; 1:1 business mentoring; online business forums; a free listing on the online Beyond member business directory; a free business profile for members to further promote their products and services; and free business signposting service.
The Beyond programme runs regular workshops in highly relevant topics meeting the needs of owner/managers with the demands of running a small business in today’s climate.
Upcoming events include ‘Growing your Business through a Recession’ with speaker Philip Bain of Shredbank, who recently picked up an award for Young Business Personality of the Year (UTV Business Eye Awards 2011). This next workshop is being held on 2 November.
For businesses looking to learn about online marketing and social media why not sign up for Analytics and Mailchimp on Thursday 10th November and Facebook for Business on Thursday 17th November. An advisor from HMRC’s business education service will be attending the networking coffee club on Thursday 24th November to inform businesses about what’s new in terms of regulations, deadlines and support.
Any business seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills and contacts base are invited to contact the Beyond Team on 028 4461 9870 or by email beyondni@downdc.gov.uk.
For further information about how the programme might benefit your business visit the Beyond website and sign up free at www.beyondni.co.uk.
The Beyond Programme is delivered by Down District Council and part financed by the European Regional Development Fund under the European Sustainable Competitiveness Programme for Northern Ireland.]]>
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