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  • Marketing
  • Tips

Tips for using AI to boost productivity within your business

Discover practical tips from our latest webinar on how AI can save time, boost productivity & transform your business operations.
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  • Case study
  • Sustainability

Fast-growing brewery among hundreds of businesses getting help to be more energy efficient

Attic Brew is reducing carbon emissions and saving £30K/year with WMCA-backed energy grants.

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  • Marketing
  • Tips

Top tips for using LinkedIn to grow your business

If you’re new to LinkedIn or want to refine your approach, here are some practical tips to make the most of the platform.
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  • Sustainability
  • Tips

5 ways going green can improve your bottom line

Whatever your sector, sustainable practices can significantly reduce costs.

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  • Digital skills
  • Marketing

15 May 2025

Local business search engine optimisation

Improve your chance of being found by local customers with this webinar.
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  • Employer resources

21 May 2025

Preventing sexual harassment

Learn how to prevent workplace harassment with legal expert Helena Morrissey & stay ahead of new employer duties.
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  • Inclusivity

03 June 2025

The Journey to Becoming a Better Business - An Introduction to Disability Inclusion in the Workplace

Join us to learn how disability inclusion can transform your business into a more inclusive, diverse, and successful organisation.