Grow your business this autumn with Business Surrey
Whether you’re taking your first steps into self-employment, looking to improve your sales skills, exploring funding opportunities, or preparing your business for a more sustainable future, Business Surrey has a packed programme of fully funded events designed to help Surrey businesses thrive.
Over the coming months, our expert-led webinars, workshops and partner networking events will cover a wide range of topics, including net zero and sustainability, start-up support, digital transformation for manufacturers, business resilience, sales and marketing, leadership development, finance and investment and franchising. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with fellow business owners at major events such as the Surrey Business Expo and our flagship Unlocking Growth: Funding & Finance in Surrey event.
All Business Surrey events are free for Surrey businesses to attend and provide practical advice, actionable insights and opportunities to connect with experts who understand the challenges and opportunities facing SMEs today.
Take a look at what’s coming up and secure your place. We look forward to helping your business grow, innovate and succeed.
Start your net zero journey with confidence
17 September 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Led by our specialist Sustainability Advisor, Shelley Lawson, this session will provide practical guidance on measuring and reducing emissions, improving operational efficiency, cutting costs, and responding to increasing customer and supply chain expectations around sustainability. Drawing on decades of commercial experience, including co-founding the award-winning children’s bicycle brand Frog Bikes, Shelley will share real-world examples of how businesses can successfully implement sustainable practices.
17 September 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Register here to secure your place!
Start Up Overview
24 September 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.
24 September 2026 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Register here to secure your place!
Made Smarter explained: Support for Surrey manufacturers and makers
1 October 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Are you a Surrey-based manufacturer or maker looking to improve productivity, streamline processes and unlock new opportunities for growth?
Join this free introductory webinar to learn how the Made Smarter programme can help manufacturing businesses adopt digital technologies with confidence. You’ll discover the practical support available, hear real-world examples of businesses benefiting from digital transformation, and learn about funding opportunities that can help accelerate your plans.
1 October 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
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Save money, build business resilience
7 October 2026 | 10:00 am – 16:00 pm | In Person
Free one-day course on business resilience for SMEs, run by the Sustainable Business Network.
Come along to this free one-day course to learn more and get the tools to monitor and reduce carbon emissions and plan actions to support your business in the long term. Includes a one-year license and training on how to use the Climate Essentials carbon management tool.
7 October 2026 | 10:00 am – 16:00 pm | In Person
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The Sales Lab: Starting better sales conversations
7 October 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
For many small businesses, the hardest part of sales isn’t the offer – it’s starting the conversation. Knowing how to reach out, follow up, and engage confidently can be the difference between being ignored and being welcomed in.
7 October 2026 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Online
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Help to Grow: Management Course
7 October 2026 | 13:30 am – 17:00 pm | In Person
Grow your business with a tailored growth plan, backed by expert advice and practical guidance from experienced business leaders.
As a business manager, you face all sorts of challenges every day. Join this programme to overcome them and grow your business with confidence. For UK small or medium-sized business, 5-249 employees
7 October 2026 | 13:30 am – 17:00 pm | In Person
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Surrey Business Expo
8 October 2026 | 10:00 am – 15:00 pm | In Person
Join Surrey’s largest business expo, now in its 19th year at Mercedes Benz World, Weybridge.
8 October 2026 | 10:00 am – 15:00 pm | In Person
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Franchising for growth: How to choose the right territory
20 October 2026 | 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Online
This Business Academy session shows prospective franchisees how to rigorously assess a territory using data and structured analysis, helping them avoid costly mistakes and make more informed decisions before committing.
20 October 2026 | 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Online
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Start-Up Overview
22 October 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.
22 October 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!
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.
