Category: Advice and support

Operation Machinize seizes ยฃ60,000 of illegal goods from Surrey businesses

Published 25 November 2025

Advice and support, Business news

Operation Machinize sees Surreyโ€™s Trading Standards team working with partners to seize ยฃ58,075 of illegal goods from high street businesses across the county. Firms are being urged to take extra care to ensure what they sell is safe for their customers.

Operation Machinize sees Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards, Surrey Police, Home Office Immigration, Department of Work and Pensions and tobacco detection dogs working together.

Teams targeted high street businesses suspected of criminal activity across Surrey.

Results include 19,740 illegal cigarettes, 8,100 grams of illegal tobacco and 7,128 illegal vapes being seized. Plus 164 illegal e-liquids and one counterfeit Labubu were taken away.

Kevin Deanus, Surrey County Council’s cabinet member for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service and Resilience said:ย โ€œOperation Machinize has one simple aim: to help keep our high streets safe. And in the build up to Christmas that is more important than ever.

โ€œI was pleased to join our Trading Standards team recently for the day in Godalming, to see their hard work in action.

โ€œThis operation demonstrates the power of collaboration in tackling organised crime and the results reflect the dedication of our teams and partners in keeping our high streets safe.โ€

Why Operation Machinize matters

Operation Machinize focuses on removing illegal and counterfeit goods from the high street.

Illicit and counterfeit items can be extremely dangerous because they are often made with low-quality materials. They also lack safety testing, and may contain toxic ingredients that pose significant health risks.

Trading Standards teams report that illegal goods are sold year-round.

Profits from counterfeit goods can fund other illegal activities. This includes drug dealing, money laundering and human trafficking.

As part of the operation, community engagement days also took place recently. These raise awareness and encourage reporting of counterfeit goods.

These events were held in partnership with Surrey Police, Crimestoppers and One You Surrey, that included the use of tobacco detection dogs to demonstrate how illegal goods are identified.

What can I do about illegal goods?

Trading Standards in Surrey work with businesses to stay compliant while growing confidently.ย 

Want to understand more about their role? Well, you can sign up to attend our dedicated trading standards webinar on December 2 at 12pm.

Discover what Trading Standards does and how it supports businesses. Plus we will cover the key areas of legislation you need to know. This includes learning how to avoid common mistakes while getting introduced to the EASY 123 scheme.

Want more bespoke advice? Get in touch with us via our Business Support Form.

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Net Zero toolkit now available for Surrey businesses

Published 20 November 2025

Advice and support, Business news, Innovation

A net zero toolkit for Surrey businesses is now live. The on-demand guide features expert support to help you create a carbon reduction plan for your business. Sign up today in just a few clicks.

Thereโ€™s never been a better time to start your businesses journey to net zero. But where do you start?

The Business Surrey net zero toolkit will guide you step-by-step through creating and implementing a carbon reduction plan for your business.

Led by Shelley Lawson, founder of Frog Bikes, a series of videos and worksheets will help you apply the learning direct to your organisation.

By the end, youโ€™ll have a bespoke plan which will not only reduce your carbon footprint but also your outgoings. Plus it could help you win more clients and bids.

Access the toolkit today by completing the form on our our net zero toolkit page.

About the Business Surrey net zero toolkit

The four self-learning modules include videos covering a range of topics to help you kickstart the decarbonisation of your business.

Each one also comes with a worksheet so you can apply the learning direct to your own business. These can be downloaded and saved to your device so they can be completed as you go.

By the end, you’ll have a bespoke carbon reduction plan providing a clear and achievable path to reduce costs and open your business up to new opportunities.

  • Video 1: Why is net zero important to my business?
  • Video 2: Carbon Calculator
  • Video 3: Turning your carbon footprint into a plan
  • Video 4: Creating a Carbon Reduction Policy
  • Video 5: Delivering impact

Other Business Surrey toolkits

The net zero toolkit is the latest self-learning resource made available by Business Surrey.

We’ve designed them for businesses of all sizes and sectors to access expert support at a time that suits them.

The videos are engaging while accompanying worksheets allow learning to be applied directly to individual companies.

Other toolkits include

The resources are paid for by UK government via Growth Hub funding to Surrey County Council.

Need more bespoke support? Get in touch via our Business Support Form and we’ll be happy to help!

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Skills Bootcamps return to Surrey

Published 28 October 2025

Advice and support, Skills and workforce

Skills Bootcamps return to Surrey for 2025 offering discounted training opportunities for Surrey businesses in key sectors. Upskill your staff or find future talent via this government-funded scheme.

Skills Bootcamps are government-funded courses from Surrey County Council. They allow learners aged 19 and over to gain industry-ready qualifications in super-quick time.

A range of courses are on offer for this year in exciting and growing sectors. This includes construction, cyber security, sustainability and games development.

Training is designed to be as flexible as possible, lasting between two and 16 weeks. The aim is to equip a new cohort of employees with work-ready skills in sectors crucial to Surreyโ€™s future economy.

The role of employers is crucial. You can use the courses to upskill current members of your team. Or you can find new talent with the latest knowledge to help grow your business.

Interested in finding out more? Get in touch via our Contact Us form.

Skills Bootcamps for businesses

Skills Bootcamps can be used by local businesses to upskill current employees at a discounted rate.

Large employers will need to contribute 30% of the cost. Small or medium employers (SMEs) will contribute 10%.

There is no cost to a business recruiting someone who has recently completed a Skills Bootcamp.

Courses are being offered in Surrey this year in:

  • Digital marketing
  • Cyber security
  • Games development
  • AI
  • Sustainability and carbon management
  • Bicycle maintenance
  • Landscaping project supervision
  • Domestic energy and retrofit assessor
  • Groundworks plant operations
  • Air source heat pumps
  • Personal training
  • Green electrical
  • Hospitality

Are you a business wanting more information?ย Get in touch via our Contact Us form.

Filling the construction skills gap with Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps’ return to Surrey will see new courses on offer.

This includes an introduction to Groundworks Plant Operations. It’s being run by Farnham-based Construction Industry Safety Training Centre (CISTC).

CISTC specialises in providing construction-specific health, safety and plant training that meets the latest industry regulations.

Its expert trainers bring real-world site experience, ensuring every course is engaging, hands-on, and directly relevant to the workplace.

Angela Fowler, CISTC Operations Director, said: 

โ€œThis is for people who are looking to move into the sector or those looking to upskill beyond labouring.

โ€œThere is a big skills gap and a huge Government drive in terms of construction work. There arenโ€™t enough workers in the industry to provide that, so weโ€™re giving people the skills that are needed.

โ€œWe have employment opportunities with our parent company Natta Building Company as well as a number of our clients, so we are hoping it will help our clients tap into potential employees as well.โ€

Skills Bootcamps: case study

Last year, more than 500 people signed up for Skills Bootcamps in Surrey.

Of those who completed courses, more than half said theyโ€™d secured new work or a new position in their company as a result.

MTek Solutions used the Solar PV Skills Bootcamp to upskill their staff as the business branched out into the installation and servicing of solar systems.

Kieran Tuck and Michael Slatcher, MTeK Solutions co-founders, said:ย 

โ€œSkills Bootcamps are a great way to upskill and boost your earnings โ€“ they help add another string to your bow.

โ€œYou have to look beyond today. Investing the time to complete the training has opened doors to much greater opportunities than if we had kept putting things off.โ€

Matt Furniss, Surrey County Councilโ€™s Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, said: โ€œSkills Bootcamps are a great way for residents to gain new qualifications and boost their future earnings, while ensuring employers have access to the skills they need to thrive.

โ€œAs one of the UKโ€™s largest regional economies, Surreyโ€™s prosperity depends on having a skilled workforce ready to meet the demands of our thriving sectors. By providing pathways to rewarding careers, weโ€™re building a Surrey where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.โ€

Workforce support for Surrey businesses

Are you a Surrey business needing support around workforce and skills? Do you have plans to grow but struggling to find the talent to make it happen?

We’ve have decades of experience supporting employers with challenges. There’s lots of support available, including fully-funded programmes from government.

Get in touch via our Business Support Form and one of our team will respond within five working days.

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Two men in orange high vis and hard hats stand in a construction site. Behind them is a yellow plant vehicle.

One-stop shop for training and jobs to help more people in Surrey find work

Published 21 October 2025

Advice and support, Skills and workforce

Surrey jobseekers can find jobs, learn new skills and access employment support in a single, simple and accessible way via Surrey County Councilโ€™s new STEP Surrey gateway services portal.

Latest figures show that more than one in six people of working age in Surrey (17.9%) are not currently in work. Of these, 22,400 people want to work but can’t find suitable employment.

Barriers include:

  • education (30%)
  • long-term health conditions (20.2%) and
  • care responsibilities (19%).

STEP Surrey aims to change that, providing a single gateway for those looking for work, regardless of their circumstances, background or experience.

The aim is to make it easier for job seekers to access the help and support they need, while helping local employers fill vacancies and skills gaps. Visitors will be able to access a live jobs board which is updated twice a day bringing thousands of live jobs together into a single platform.

Those who need extra support will be able to contact dedicated experts who can provide bespoke guidance to help people in Surrey find work and learn new skills.

Surrey Skills Conference

STEP Surrey was launched last week at the first ever Surrey Skills Conference, which brought together 200 employers, education, academics and government delegates to discuss how skills can power the countyโ€™s future economy.

It was organised by the council, in partnership with Surrey Chambers of Commerce, with keynote contributions from Robert West, Head of Employment and Skills at the Confederation of British Industry and Holly Hobbs, a Gen-Z influencer and co-founder of urfuture.

Key topics included how to make the most of the transfer of skills powers locally from government, and addressing challenges, such as driving business growth by equipping people who are out of work with the skills that employers need to thrive.

Employment support for Surrey residents

Delegates also learned more about upcoming government-funded programmes available in Surrey.
This includes Connect to Work, which will support 2,500 people with complex barriers to work into local employment over the next five years; and WorkWell, which provides coaching to those with health challenges to get into, return to and stay in work.

Councillor Matt Furniss, Surrey County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, said: โ€œSurrey is a diverse, vibrant and well-connected region contributing more than ยฃ50 billion a year to the UK economy โ€“ we have a great economic story to tell.

โ€œBut beyond those headlines, we know there are challenges, not least the tens of thousands of residents who are currently out of work but want to work.

โ€œThe Government has brought renewed focus to work, health, economic inactivity and skills, and thanks to devolution, for the first time we can shape our approach to skills and employment across a single Surrey footprint.

“STEP Surrey is central to that mission โ€“ making it easier for every resident to access the training, support and opportunities they need to thrive in our local economy.โ€

To access help for people in Surrey to find work, training and skills support, visit www.stepsurrey.co.uk.

Keep up to date with all the latest news from Business Surrey by signing up to our newsletter or checking out our events page.

Business Growth Grants now available to Surrey SMEs

Published 16 October 2025

Advice and support, Business news, Funding and grants

Business Growth Grants totalling ยฃ1.7 million are now available to all small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Surrey. Apply now to fund bright ideas to accelerate growth, boost innovation and create jobs.ย 

The funding is available as part of the Surrey Economic Growth Fund.

Businesses can apply for match-funding of between ยฃ10,000 and ยฃ75,000 towards new equipment or technology. It can also support developing new products or services, expanding operations or facilities, or investing in staff training and upskilling.ย 

The key thing is that businesses demonstrate how they will use the investment to deliver real benefits to the people, places and economy of Surrey. 

Apply now via the Economic Growth Fund page before midnight on 16 November. All projects need to be complete by the end of March.ย 

What is the Surrey Economic Growth Fund?

The Surrey Economic Growth Fund launched this year. It includes a range of public and investment streams, including government UK Shared Prosperity Funding.ย 

The idea is to make it as simple and easy-as-possible for those looking to drive growth to apply for funding. 

Round one saw dozens of organisations receive ยฃ2 million in funding, creating scores of new jobs, supporting hundreds of employment opportunities and boosting the economy by up to ยฃ9 million. 

Councillor Matt Furniss, Surrey County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, said:

โ€œFollowing the success of round one, I’m delighted to launch round two of the Surrey Economic Growth Fund. The exceptional quality of applications we received first time around has demonstrated just how much ambition and innovation exists within Surrey’s business community.ย 

โ€œWe’re committed to maintaining the high standards that made round one such a success. Every application will be rigorously assessed to ensure we’re backing businesses that will deliver genuine economic growth, create quality jobs, and produce tangible benefits for Surrey’s communities.ย 

โ€œSurrey already contributes ยฃ50 billion to the UK economy each year. And strategic investments like this will support sustainable growth while delivering benefits to our people and places.โ€ย 

How do I apply for Business Growth Grants?

You can apply if your business is: 

  • based in Surreyย 
  • small or medium-sized enterprise (SME)
  • able to provide match-funding for at least 50% of total project costsย 
  • able to deliver the project by March 2026ย 

Projects must clearly demonstrate how they will contribute to economic growth in Surrey. This includes creating new jobs, boosting productivity or supporting innovation.

Bids are assessed against a set criteria. An independent panel, including business representatives makes final decisions.

The approach has been developed in collaboration with employers across Surrey. This includes theย One Surrey Growth Boardย andย Business Leaders Forum.

Apply direct via the Economic Growth Fund page of the Business Surrey website.

Not sure where to start? Get in touch with the team viaย our Contact Us form.

How to deal with late payments – advice for Surrey businesses

Published 15 October 2025

Advice and support

Late payments cost the UK economy almost ยฃ11 billion per year and cause 38 UK businesses to close every day. Government research shows 28% of businesses are affected by late payments each year, so what can you do to avoid being caught out by unpaid invoices? Hereโ€™s some advice on how to deal with late payments for small businesses in Surrey.

Itโ€™s important you know how to deal with late payments, as it can impact your cash flow, your ability to pay suppliers, and ultimately the future of your business.

Preventing late payments

The first thing you can do to protect your business against late payments is take some steps to prevent invoices from going overdue.

Make sure you send invoices on time and with clear payment dates so there is no room for ambiguity. The Government recommends a 30-day notice period from the date the invoice is issued.

Include a clause in your invoice or contract setting out late fees – you can use the UK statutory interest rate for business-to-business transactions, which is set at 8% plus the Bank of England base rate.

And if cash flow is a concern, consider requiring upfront deposits or shorter payment terms if agreed by the client.

When a payment is late

The UK Government says a payment is late if itโ€™s overdue by more than 30 days after the customer receives the invoice or the goods or services have been delivered (if this is later), unless another payment term has been agreed.

When dealing with a late payment, the first stage to is send a polite reminder that the invoice is overdue. Often, contacting the customer to let them know their payment is late will be enough to prompt a payment or start a conversation if there is an issue.

If you get no response, you can send a demand letter and a new invoice with a late payment fee included. You can use the Small Business Commissionerโ€™s invoice calculator to work out the late payment interest owed.

If repeated reminders and demand letters are ignored, you can send a final demand letter outlining a deadline for payment before legal action is taken.

Taking legal action

At this stage you can contact the Small Business Commissioner for support with disputes. Available support includes mediation before taking legal action, which can be costly, and damage the client relationship for good. Find out more about the support offered by the Small Business Commissioner here.

For debts under ยฃ10,000, you can make a claim through the small claims court, which is a simpler and more cost-effective option than full legal proceedings.

If you’ve tried the other tactics and still haven’t received payment, as a last resort you can take legal action. This involves starting court proceedings and may mean instructing a collections agency for debt recovery.

If you need free, practical advice on running your business in Surrey, access our Business Support form here.

You can also keep up to date with all the latest news from Business Surrey by signing up to our newsletter or checking out our events page.

Coworking spaces in Surrey

Published 7 October 2025

Advice and support

Coworking spaces in Surrey have never been more popular. We’ve picked out a few of the dozens of premium coworking spaces that freelancers and small business owners can use as a base to do business.

Whether youโ€™re a freelancer craving the buzz of the office, or a small business owner needing a professional space for meetings, there are dozens of premium coworking spaces to choose from across Surrey.  

Some have dedicated desk space in modern, sleek offices. Others offer more flexible memberships in coffee house settings. Scroll down to see some of the top coworking venues in Surrey.  

Each of our picks includes superfast broadband as standard. Plus, thereโ€™s a great atmosphere that youโ€™ll need for a productive dayโ€™s work. 

Six of the best coworking spaces in Surrey

The Long Barn

The Long Barn in Cobham is a luxe-city office in a countryside setting. It offers professional meeting rooms to impress clients, alongside hot-desks for freelancers.

Thereโ€™s an onsite barista, telephone booths to make private calls, a breakout area to network, and even a shower to freshen up.

Itโ€™s dog-friendly and has flexible contracts, whether you just need a day pass all the way up to 12-month memberships.  

Login Lounge  

The Login Lounge in Camberley is a coffee house with flexible memberships suited to working parents (with access during school hours), full memberships for longer days, and ad-hoc offers including a half-day pass.

Thereโ€™s Nespresso and tea on tap, and bookable themed rooms for meetings; The Tornado features a real jet fighter wing on the boardroom table, and The Classroom comes complete with old-school desks.  

Rocketdesk

Rocketdesk in Guildford is a hub for creative technology freelancers, Rocketdesk has cultivated a strong community among professionals in the sector.

Based at Surrey Research Park, monthly membership gets you your own dedicated desk 24/7, access to the meeting room, networking opportunities and even podcast filming and production as an add-on. 

Collaborate

Modern and friendly coworking spaces, Collaborate has two sites in Woking and Guildford. It offers , offering a mix of coworking desks, hot desks and meeting rooms.

Both sites in Woking and Guildford are designed to be bright and light, with a sleek modern feel. Break-out areas are perfect for quick meetings, and thereโ€™s phone booths for private calls.

Access is seven days a week, and thereโ€™s occasional social events too so you can network.  

CoTribe

CoTribe offers a community for entrepreneurs and freelancers. It has sites in Sunbury and Leatherhead offering monthly memberships.

Thereโ€™s access to a hotdesk or dedicated space, plus event spaces and workshops tailored to growing your business. Thereโ€™s also meeting rooms, a kitchen, unlimited tea and coffee and parking spaces at both sites. 

Deepdene

Deepdene in Dorking is a business lounge on the high street which offers open-plan desk space and booth seating, as well as a private meeting room.

All memberships are pay-as-you-go with half and full day options. Youโ€™ll get a continental breakfast and drinks on the house, with affordable lunch and dinner options too.   

Further support for Surrey freelancers

The selection above is just a handful of the coworking spaces in Surrey. You can view a full list on our interactive map.

Are you a freelancer looking for extra support? We offer expert start-up support and additional on-demand resources which can be accessed in just a few clicks.

Get in touch with our team of experts via our business support form to discuss what you need to help your business thrive.

You can also sign up to our newsletter for latest news and events across Surrey.

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Companies House ID verification rollout to impact millions of directors

Published 22 August 2025

Advice and support, Business news

Companies House ID verification rollout will impact millions more people from mid-November. It’s all part of a crackdown on misuse of the UK companies register. Government says companies of all sizes will benefit from more accurate and trustworthy register data. Plus, there will be greater protections against fraud.

Companies House isย the UK’s official registrar of companies.ย It’s an executive agency of theย Department for Business and Trade,ย responsible for incorporating and dissolving limited companies, maintaining a public register of company information, and ensuring corporate transparency in the UK.

Since 8 April 2025, individuals have been able toย voluntarily verify their identityย using GOV.UK One Login or via anย Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).

From 18 November 2025, this will become compulsory when incorporating a new business and new appointments for new directors.

The legal requirements are for directors and people with significant control (PSCs), impacting many Surrey businesses.

The intention is to give more assurance about who is setting up, running and controlling companies in the UK.

Companies House ID verification – how will it impact my business

The Companies House ID verification rollout is impacting six to seven million individuals.

From 18 November 2025:

  • new directors will need to verify their identity to incorporate a company or be appointed to an existing company
  • existing directors will need to confirm they have verified their identity at the same time as they file their next annual confirmation statement
  • existing PSCs will need to verify their identity

For most people this will be a one-off process that can be done in a few minutes.

Companies House will contact companies to tell them what their directors and PSCs need to do to meet identity verification requirements. It encourages individuals to verify their identities as early as possible.

From 18 November, directors and PSCs will also be able to check the Companies House register to see identity verification due dates for all their roles.

Identity verification requirements for limited partnerships, corporate directors of companies, corporate members of limited liability partnerships (LLPs), and officers of corporate PSCs will commence later.

The latest Government survey indicates 81% of respondents support the implementation of a new identity verification process.

How to verify

Individuals can verify their identity with Companies House throughย GOV.UK One Login, or through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).ย ย 

Identity verification through GOV.UK One Login is free and can be completed quickly online.

In most cases, individuals will only need to verify their identity once. Once they have successfully verified their identity they will receive a personal code from Companies House.

From 18 November 2025, users will need to provide their personal code and a verification statement confirming they have successfully verified their identity for each company role they hold.

Companies House CEO Louise Smyth CBE said: ย 

“Identity verification will play a key role in improving the quality and reliability of our data and tackling misuse of the companies register. To support business and help people verify their identities, Companies House is contacting all companies with advice and guidance. This is part of a coordinated effort to help companies to comply. We encourage people to verify as early as possible.”

Promotional image from Companies House promoting its Verify programme

Start-up Surrey launches with expert support for entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses

Published 12 August 2025

Advice and support, Business news, Innovation

Budding entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses across Surrey are set to receive a major boost with the launch of the Start-Up Surrey programme. This is a dynamic new initiative funded by Surrey County Council’s Business Surrey service and delivered by leading business support provider The IncuHive Group.

This pilot programme will offer free, tailored guidance and practical support to residents who are preparing to launch their own ventures. It’s also available to businesses in their first year of operation.

It will guide founders step by step, with expert-led workshops, one-to-one mentoring, practical advice, and support from others on the same journey.

The programme will engage a diverse range of businesses across Surrey. It will cover key areas such as funding, marketing, finance, digital presence, and scaling strategies.

Itโ€™s the latest initiative from the Council under its Business Surrey offer, which provides free accessible support to help businesses of all sizes to start, grow and thrive.

Matt Furniss, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, welcomed the launch, adding:

โ€œSurrey has a wealth of untapped entrepreneurial talent, and this programme provides a much-needed platform to turn ideas into action. It aligns strongly with wider efforts to boost inclusive economic growth, support innovation, and build resilience into our local economy โ€“ all of which provides benefits to our people and communities.โ€

George Scott-Welsh, CEO of The IncuHive Group, said:

โ€œIncuHive is delighted to bring this initiative to life. Weโ€™ve seen first-hand how the right support, delivered at the right time, can completely change the trajectory of a business.

“Weโ€™re not just helping people start businesses. Weโ€™re helping them build viable, resilient ventures that can generate a real income and contribute to the local economy. We are thrilled to be working with Surrey County Council to bring hands-on support and real opportunities to Surreyโ€™s start-ups.โ€

Start-Up Surrey – sign up today

The Start-Up Surrey Programme is available to all start-ups and businesses in their first year of trading across Surrey.

There’s no cost to taking part. That’s because it’s fully funded by the Council via UK government funding.

Interested in finding out more? Register for the introductory webinar on Wednesday August 27 from 11am to 12pm. Register via the Eventbrite event link.

Similar events will follow monthly throughout the autumn. Dates are available on the Business Surrey Events page.

For more information or to register for the programme, visit the IncuHive website.

Or you can contact the Business Surrey team via our business support form.

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Mastering marketing and communications – webinar

Published 11 August 2025

Advice and support, Events and awards

Join us for this free online session, hosted by Business Surrey where weโ€™ll explore the ins and outs of marketing and communications. Whether youโ€™re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in the field.

Ready to dive into the world of marketing?

Workshop highlights

  • Develop a comprehensive marketing plan tailored to your business
  • How defining your target audience will help you focus your marketing activities
  • Explore the exciting possibilities of digital marketing to make the most of your time and resources including using AI tools effectively.

Event details

  • Date: 18 September
  • Time: 11:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM
  • Location: Online
  • Cost: Free (Pre-registration required)

Meet your expert

The workshop will be led by Daniel Chidley, our Marketing Advisor. Daniel is an experienced business coach, mentor and director level communications, PR & marketing consultant with 20 years of experience in business. As a Chartered Marketer with the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Daniel has experience in-house, agency and consultancy with experience across a range of industries.

In recent years, Daniel has worked with hundreds of SMEs and high growth businesses as a business coach and is accredited with the Association for Coaching. With a coaching approach, Daniel is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and business owners in adopting new strategies and techniques to improve their marketing, with a particular focus on early-stage businesses, start-ups, scale up businesses and social enterprises

Why attend?

  • Actionable Strategies: learn why a strategy and plan are crucial foundations on which to build your marketing activities and how to focus your efforts to help your business grow.
  • Expert Guidance: Benefit from Danielโ€™s extensive experience and tailored advice.
  • This webinar is perfect for SME owners and entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. There is no entry fee, and you can invite as many team members as you like. Be sure to register today to secure your spot!

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We want you to grow and succeed โ€“ and have a range of ways you can access support for your company.

  • Our team of experts can provide independent and impartial advice on exploring opportunities and how to tackle various challenges. Contact the team for free via our Business Support Form.
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  • Browse our directory of business support in Surrey. The directory includes more than 120 local, regional and national schemes and initiatives, which can search through quickly and easily.
  • Find out more about what we do and how to access one of our many business-friendly services by completing our Contact Us form.
Webinar - mastering marketing and communications