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SUMMARY:BIPC Business Bitesize - Creating and Capturing Demand with Google Ads
DESCRIPTION:Creating and Capturing Demand with Google Ads with Google and LinkedIn ads expert Hannah Zora Strong. \n\n\n\nFor this BIPC Bitesize session\, Google and LinkedIn ads expert Hannah Zora Strong will talk on how to create and capture demand for your product/service using Google Ads. The event will cover: \n\n\n\n\nPlotting your customer’s journey to purchase/enquiry\n\n\n\nApplying Google’s ad formats to each stage\n\n\n\nPlanning for seasonality\n\n\n\nBudgeting\n\n\n\nMeasuring success\n\n\n\nHow to access further support via the BIPC\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Expert \n\n\n\nHannah Zora Strong set up Zora Marketing PPC Freelancer & Google Ads Specialist in Newcastle | Zora Marketing to support brands with local customers to get better performance from their pay-per-click advertising campaigns\, and has spent the last 10 years managing 100s of Google Ads and LinkedIn Ads accounts for both ecommerce and lead generation clients. \n\n\n\nWith accolades from The EU Search Awards for Best Local Campaign\, The Drum’s 30 Under 30\, and Google’s Women In Search initiative\, Hannah is keen to share her ads knowledge with SMEs of the NE. \n\n\n\nThis event is funded by the North East Combined Authority through the Local Growth Fund \n\n\n\nPlease book via EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bipc-bitesize-create-and-capture-demand-with-google-ads-tickets-1987938912802?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/bipc-business-bitesize-creating-and-capturing-demand-with-google-ads/
LOCATION:The Word\, 45 Market Place\, South Shields\, NE33 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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SUMMARY:How to Write a Business Plan That Works
DESCRIPTION:A free event for South Tyneside residents and business owners\n\n\n\nThinking of starting a business? This practical workshop is a real opportunity to help you turn your idea into a plan you can actually use. Whether you’re just getting started or need a bit of structure to move forward\, we’ll guide you through the essential steps to build a strong foundation in South Tyneside. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nWhat to include in a business plan—and why it matters\n\n\n\nUnderstanding your customers\, competitors and market\n\n\n\nChoosing the right legal structure for your business\n\n\n\nTools and templates to help you plan with confidence\n\n\n\n\nYou’ll leave with a clear outline for your business plan and the know-how to market your idea\, plan for growth and reach your ideal customers. \n\n\n\nNot sure where to start? You’re not alone. This friendly session will break things down step by step\, with no jargon and plenty of support. Book your place now and join us to take the first step towards turning your idea into something real. \n\n\n\nBusinesses accessing this support will be asked to take part in a brief phone-based diagnostic to ensure as much as possible is gleaned from the programme. Regional eligibility criteria apply\, please contact us to enquire about your eligibility. \n\n\n\nThis is a business start up programme delivered by TEDCO Business Support Ltd on behalf of South Tyneside Council which aims to support local residents with their aspirations to start up a business. \n\n\n\nThis project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. \n\n\n\nPlease book via EventBrite: How to Write a Business Plan That Works Tickets\, Tuesday\, Jun 2\, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm | Eventbrite
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/how-to-write-a-business-plan-that-works-june-2026/
LOCATION:One Trinity Green\, Eldon Street\, South Shields\, NE33 1SA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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SUMMARY:BIPC Intellectual Property Surgery
DESCRIPTION:John Cunningham from the Business & IP Centre North East (BIPC) will be available at The Word on the Second Wednesday of every month\, from 10:00am to 4:00pm\, to answer your Intellectual Property (IP) queries.You can find John in The BIPC hub on the 2nd Floor. \n\n\n\nIP protects the expression of an idea. When you start or run a business\, you are creating IP assets and are likely to use other people’s IP too. \n\n\n\nWhat is IP? \n\n\n\nThere are four main types of IP that protect different aspects of your business\, and you may be using several at the same time: \n\n\n\n\nCopyright – protects original works such as images\, videos\, written content and sound recordings.\n\n\n\nTrade Marks – protect elements of your brand\, such as your business name\, logo or slogan.\n\n\n\nDesign Rights – protect the appearance of a product\, including shape\, pattern or packaging.\n\n\n\nPatents – protect a new way of doing something\, typically a new invention or production technique.\n\n\n\n\nJohn can help you understand how IP applies to your business and how you can: \n\n\n\n\nAvoid infringing other people’s IP.\n\n\n\nIdentify the IP you already own.\n\n\n\nTake steps to protect your valuable ideas and creations.\n\n\n\n\nTo learn more about the BIPC’s IP support\, visit: https://www.bipcnortheast.co.uk/intellectual-property/ \n\n\n\nJust drop in for a chat or contact John Cunningham via the BIPC website. Alternatively book an appointment directly with John Cunningham by e-mail: john.cunningham@newcastle.gov.uk
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/bipc-intellectual-property-surgery-june-2026/
LOCATION:The Word\, 45 Market Place\, South Shields\, NE33 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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SUMMARY:BIPC Business Bitesize - Profitable Pricing for your Product or Service
DESCRIPTION:Profitable Pricing for your Product or Service with retail expert Karen Williamson. \n\n\n\nFor this BIPC Bitesize session\, retail expert Karen Williamson will talk on the importance of profitable pricing\, and how to measure results. The event will cover: \n\n\n\n\nHow to ensure you have a profitable price for your product or service\n\n\n\nBalancing profit with volume across a range of products/services\n\n\n\nEffective ways to measure results and successes and when to adapt/pivot\n\n\n\nHow to access further support via the BIPC\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Expert \n\n\n\nKaren Williamson has nearly 40 years of retail knowledge to share. Having worked in many large high street brands and spent many years working with large scale teams and with customers at the heart of each interaction\, Karen progressed to Global Operations for a multibillion high street retailer. After leaving the corporate world\, Karen has supported many SMEs and smaller retail businesses to remove the overwhelm and give lots of “little leg ups” in the Northeast. She takes great pride in making a difference across a broad base of subjects in retail. \n\n\n\nKaren is a Level 7 qualified coach and mentor and will use these skills to enhance your business knowledge and a member of the Institute of Leadership. \n\n\n\nThis event is funded by the North East Combined Authority through the Local Growth Fund \n\n\n\nPlease book via EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bipc-bitesize-profitable-pricing-for-your-product-or-service-tickets-1987939759334?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/bipc-business-bitesize-profitable-pricing-for-your-product-or-service/
LOCATION:The Word\, 45 Market Place\, South Shields\, NE33 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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SUMMARY:BIPC Business Bitesize - Selling with heart - your authentic sales voice
DESCRIPTION:Selling with heart – your authentic sales voice with sales expert Moira Barnes. \n\n\n\nFor this BIPC Bitesize session\, sales expert Moira Barnes will talk on her “Selling With Heart” ethos. Discover how to find your own authentic sales voice and how to approach sales in a way that feels right for you\, no matter what product or service you offer. \n\n\n\nAbout the Expert \n\n\n\nMoira boasts a comprehensive sales background spanning over three decades\, encompassing diverse industries such as retail\, hospitality\, media\, beauty\, and motors. Her expertise extends to both business-to-business and direct-to-consumer sales\, and her track record speaks for itself. During her tenure at BBC Worldwide\, she was awarded Sales Person of the Year\, and her collaborative sales approach at Hearst UK earned her recognition at the PPA Marketing Awards for her outstanding work with Proctor & Gamble. \n\n\n\nMoira’s exceptional knowledge and extensive experience have earned her Fellow status at the Institute of Sales Management and the Association of Professional Sales. She is a vocal proponent of ethical and authentic sales practices. \n\n\n\nThis event is funded by the North East Combined Authority through the Local Growth Fund  \n\n\n\nPlease book via EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bipc-bitesize-selling-with-heart-your-authentic-sales-voice-tickets-1987940930838?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/bipc-bitesize-your-authentic-sales-voice/
LOCATION:The Word\, 45 Market Place\, South Shields\, NE33 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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SUMMARY:Cashflow Planning - How to get to grips with Business Finance
DESCRIPTION:A free event for South Tyneside residents and business owners\n\n\n\nWorried the numbers might trip you up? This workshop will help you feel more confident\, even if spreadsheets aren’t your thing. \n\n\n\nIf numbers aren’t your thing\, don’t worry—we’ve got you. This hands-on workshop will help you understand the money side of your business\, from forecasting to funding. \n\n\n\nYou’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nPlan for your sales and spending\n\n\n\nForecast your cashflow and understand what the figures mean\n\n\n\nCalculate your break-even point\n\n\n\nExplore funding options and what’s needed to apply\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll provide user-friendly tools to help you stay on top of your finances—so you can make informed decisions and set your business up for success. \n\n\n\nTea/coffee/water will be provided. \n\n\n\nFree onsite parking and easy transport links. \n\n\n\nWorried the numbers might trip you up? This workshop is designed to help you feel more confident with your finances\, even if spreadsheets aren’t your thing. We’ll guide you through it in plain English\, with tools you can actually use. Book your place now. \n\n\n\nBusinesses accessing this support will be asked to take part in a brief phone-based diagnostic to ensure as much as possible is gleaned from the programme. \n\n\n\nRegional eligibility criteria apply\, please contact us to enquire about your eligibility. \n\n\n\nThis is a business start up programme delivered by TEDCO Business Support Ltd on behalf of South Tyneside Council which aims to support local residents with their aspirations to start up a business. \n\n\n\nThis project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.  \n\n\n\nPlease book via EventBrite: Cashflow Planning – How to get to grips with Business Finance Tickets\, Tuesday\, Jun 23\, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm | Eventbrite
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/cashflow-planning-how-to-get-to-grips-with-business-finance-june-2026/
LOCATION:One Trinity Green\, Eldon Street\, South Shields\, NE33 1SA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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