Ambitious Essex

📣 Innovative Essex health projects have received a cash boost 📣 The funding, from Arise Innovation Hubs, is helping small businesses' cutting-edge initiatives. The projects supported include: ✔ virtual reality therapy for those suffering from mental health disorders ✔ using AI to manage demand on NHS services ✔ technology which listens to a child’s cough to assist early diagnosis Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ejy3a4iV

Is your tech business looking to break into the US market 📈? Whether you’re a start-up looking to expand or an established company looking to break into new markets – this event at Adastral Park is for you. Learn from industry experts, network with other individuals and gain valuable insights on how to succeed in the tech industry over the pond. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your tech business to the next level 👩💻. Register before Monday 4 November: https://lnkd.in/e3J8WJ_b

Are you ready to take your business to the next level with expert marketing support? If so, the AdVantage Competition could be just for you. The competition offers ten Essex businesses the chance to win tailored marketing packages, and one lucky business will win £2,500 worth of support 🎉! It’s free for Essex businesses to enter and the package of support can include: ⭐branding ⭐SEO ⭐Google setup ⭐email marketing ⭐much more ⏲ Deadline: 15 November 2024 Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/et7yrKCH

Have you considered applying for the Greater Essex Business Board yet? 🖊 As a board member, you will: 👉 act as an ambassador for the Greater Essex region, helping to attract investment 👉 influence political decision makers and economic strategy 👉 represent your sector and the wider business community 👉 oversee the provision of future Government programmes We’re working closely with Southend-on-Sea City Council and Thurrock Council to set up the board and would urge businesses in Greater Essex to consider applying. Find out more and apply by 12pm Thursday 7 November 2024: https://lnkd.in/eBtdtmCp

Is your business prepared for a sustainable future? 🌟 Great Start video is here to help you develop a powerful sustainability action plan that drives real change. A sneak peak of what the video includes: • How to engage your community on your journey • Building a sustainable supply chain • Empower your employees to champion sustainability from within If you’re ready to take your sustainability efforts to the next level, this is the video you’ve been waiting for 🔎 Check it out and even earn a digital badge to evidence your learning: https://lnkd.in/eezAezS4

Are you part of the manufacturing supply chain in Essex? Do you want to help us build a stronger, more connected manufacturing community? There’s just three weeks left until the Essex Manufacturing Alliance Networking Event at Anglia Ruskin University 📅. Don’t miss the chance to connect, collaborate, and grow with fellow professionals 🤝. Find out more and secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/epncUr8n

Our Green Entrepreneurs’ Programme is back and we were super excited to see the induction day of Sprint 1 take place recently. Do you have a green business idea and want the opportunity to win up to £5,000 of seed funding? 🌱💰 The programme could be just for you. Find out more 👇

Does your Essex-based voluntary, community or social enterprise need support with bid writing ✍? Whether you're an experienced grant writer or just embarking on your VCSE sector journey, this upcoming workshop from Colas Ltd could be just what you’re looking for. To find out more or register your attendance, visit: https://lnkd.in/evr_RaZc

Are your employees already recycling their food waste? ♻🥑 By using their food recycling service, the waste gets turned into energy to power homes and businesses in the county. This autumn, 130,000 households in Brentwood, Castle Point, and Colchester will receive a flyer, followed by a roll of caddy liners and an information leaflet a few weeks later. Your employees can start their food recycling journey today: https://lnkd.in/e-UsizFA

We’re looking for an inspiring business leader to chair the Greater Essex Business Board ⭐ Working with Southend-on-Sea City Council and Thurrock Council, we’re inviting influential executives to express their interest in this exciting new position. As Chair of the Board, you will act as a passionate, inclusive and knowledgeable leader, inviting different views to influence essential economic strategy. Find out more about the role and apply by Thursday 7 November 2024: https://lnkd.in/eBtdtmCp