Wrap up the year with fresh ideas for your business
The end of the year might be getting closer, but there’s still plenty of time to learn something new, make useful connections and give your business a boost.
Business Surrey’s latest programme of fully funded events for Surrey businesses is packed with opportunities to do just that. Explore sales and marketing, discover the potential of creative technology, find out more about funding and finance, or take the first steps towards starting your own business.
With online and in-person sessions throughout November and December, you can pick up expert insights and practical ideas to take into 2027.
Add a little business inspiration to your end-of-year calendar and book your free place.
Unlocking Creative Technology Markets
18 November 2026 | 13:00 pm – 17:00 pm | In Person
Join CoSTAR national lab for a dynamic afternoon event bringing together businesses, innovators, and industry leaders to explore your commercial potential.
Featuring a hands‑on workshop and inspiring talks from speakers across the film industry and cutting‑edge creative tech companies, the event offers practical, real‑world insight into how creative technology can drive business growth.
18 November 2026 | 13:00 pm – 17:00 pm | In Person
Register here to secure your place!
The Marketing Lab: Partnership marketing – grow through collaboration
19 November 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Unlock new opportunities by working with the right partners. This session focuses on identifying strategic collaborations, building mutually beneficial relationships, and expanding your reach through partnership marketing.
19 November 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Register here to secure your place!
Start-Up Overview
20 November 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Kickstart your self-employment journey with our interactive Start-Up Overview workshop. In just one hour, you’ll gain valuable insights into the realities of working for yourself, assess your personal and business readiness, and leave empowered to decide if self-employment is right for you.
20 November 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Register here to secure your place!
Unlocking growth: Funding & finance in Surrey
26 November 2026 | 08:30 am – 13:30 pm | In person | Woodhatch Place
Looking to raise finance, secure funding or attract investment?
Join Business Surrey for a practical half-day event designed to help SMEs better understand the finance and funding landscape.
Hear from Surrey business founders who have successfully used grants, loans and investment to grow their businesses, alongside expert insights on investment readiness, legal considerations, corporate finance, valuation and exit planning.
26 November 2026 | 08:30 am – 13:30 pm | In Person | Woodhatch Place
Register here to secure your place!
Start-Up Surrey: Sales Confidence and Winning Customers Masterclass
9 December 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Build your confidence in selling and learn practical techniques to turn conversations into customers. This session will help you understand your customers, communicate your value clearly and develop a more confident, effective approach to winning new business.
9 December 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Register here to secure your place!
Start-Up Surrey: Starting Your Own Business Overview
19 December 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Kickstart your self-employment journey with our interactive Start-Up Overview workshop. In just one hour, you’ll gain valuable insights into the realities of working for yourself, assess your personal and business readiness, and leave empowered to decide if self-employment is right for you. This virtual session is offered regularly, join us and take the first step toward your business future!
19 December 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Register here to secure your place!
Submit your own event
Don’t forget, our events directory is a great way to promote your own business events to a wider audience. If your organisation is hosting or sponsoring a business event in Surrey, you can submit it for inclusion in the directory by completing this simple form.
Free support for Surrey SMEs
All events are fully funded for Surrey businesses and delivered by Business Surrey, a Surrey County Council service offering expert advice to help Surrey businesses thrive. More fully funded sessions are coming soon – visit our events page for the latest information, or explore our resources page for details of upcoming Business Surrey events, our range of toolkits and our webinar library. Follow us on LinkedIn to keep up to date on the latest news and success stories!
Our experts are on hand to provide tailored advice to help your SME grow and succeed. Get in touch with a member of the team via our business support form.
And make sure you always hear about upcoming events by registering for our regular e-newsletter.
