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17/06/2026

Smile to new opportunities! 😊 We have a great array of workshops lined up for you in Suffolk and Norfolk!

They are fully funded workshops (3.5hrs) to boost your efficiency, productivity and personal growth.

Spotlight on 🔦
As AI-generated results becomes more of a factor, learn how search engines work. Find out about techniques and tools that you can use to take control of your rankings to increase the visibility of your business online.
Wed 24 June - Understanding SEO in the Age of AI search with Levi Clucas, Framlingham Technology Centre
📲 Book your place here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1991453604339?aff=oddtdtcreator

LAST CHANCE!
Discover Office 365 tools that streamline tasks, boost productivity, and help you work smarter.
Thu 18 June - Hidden Tools in Office 365 That Boost Efficiency with Adam Thacker, Scottow Enterprise Park, Badersfield.
📲 Book your place here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1986524275584?aff=oddtdtcreator

Discover more personal and professional growth opportunities >>> https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/new-anglia-growth-hub-33989852039

The workshops are funded by the Department for Business and Trade, and Norfolk and Suffolk County Councils. Hethel Innovation

22/05/2026

📣 We have launched more workshops - until mid July!

They are mostly in person at Norfolk and Suffolk locations. The cyber security workshops are online and kept short (one hour) so many people can join and prepare against cyber risks.

Just a few places left for these in May (last call!):
• Accelerating Business Processes with AI delivered by Giancarlo Erra - session 1/3, Tue 26 May, Innovation Labs in Stowmarket (this is a series, incl. Wed 17 June & Wed 8 July). Don't forget to book all.
• Understanding SEO to take control of your Google Rankings delivered by Sam Monagham, Wed 27 May, Framlingham Technology Centre.
• Treating your LinkedIn Profile as a Sales Resource and not a CV delivered by Mark White, Thu 28 May, Scottow Enterprise Park in Badersfield.

In June and July, we have workshops to enhance your leadership skills, cyber awareness, LinkedIn knowledge, financial awareness, YouTube Marketing, digital advertising and much more.

BOOK HERE 📲
Join us for these hugely beneficial and practical workshops. Sign up here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/new-anglia-growth-hub-33989852039

Feel free to share in your local Norfolk & Suffolk network.

The workshops are funded by the Department for Business and Trade, and Norfolk & Suffolk County Councils. Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk News & Events Norfolk County Council Suffolk County Council Framlingham Technology Centre Stowmarket and District Chamber of Commerce Stowmarket Innovation Gateway East Suffolk Means BusinessEast Suffolk Council West Suffolk Council South Norfolk Council Mid Suffolk District Council Babergh District Council Breckland Council

06/05/2026

05/05/2026

Everyone will know someone who has been affected. Found the first one very helpful. Free to sign up.

Be prepared and sign up to our fully funded workshops.

Cyber threats are real and affect all businesses.

The Cyber Security Breaches Survey in 2025 states that one in two UK small businesses identified a cyber attack last year. Around one in four UK small businesses experienced a cyber crime.

We are organising two online cyber security workshops (just one hour and free to attend).

Your online presence is vital for your business and the practical advice and knowledge can help reduce cyber-attack risks.

Book your free place on each workshop:
📲 Wed 6 May, online from 10am to 11am - Practical Security Control https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985063992839?aff=oddtdtcreator

📲Thu 4 June, online from 10am to 11am - Building a Cyber-Aware Workforce https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985064199457?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please share with your networks and connections in Norfolk and Suffolk. Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk News & Events Norfolk County Council Suffolk County Council East Suffolk Council

11/03/2026

Norfolk retailers and hospitality businesses, New Anglia Growth Hub has free coaching, workshops and grants coming up again.
It is particularly looking for applicants from Cromer, Thetford, Harleston and Downham Market for May to June programme. Sign up free below.

Hospitality Matters! Norfolk’s High Streets Matter continues this year with retail AND hospitality support.

Norfolk County Council's initiative strengthens local economies by supporting shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, hotels and market‑town businesses that give our high streets their character.

Retail and hospitality are vital to Norfolk’s prosperity and sustaining thousands of jobs. This year’s programme helps businesses stay resilient, competitive and future‑focused.

On BBC Norfolk, High Growth Adviser Alexandra Hemen, talks with Presenter Chris Goreham about the support and £250,000 investment.

"Hospitality Matters. It preserves a way of life and is important as part of our culture. Our family and friends work in these industries." (listen at 1:02 and 1:08+). https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002rcwh

The support which will start from May/June covers an extensive programme, including training, grants and one‑to‑one advice. Business owner Joseph Ballard from New Stages and The Black Swan shares his experience of the retail programme and how the training, business support and connecting with others (at 2:05) made a difference.

Find out more about the programme here https://www.newangliagrowthhub.co.uk/norfolk-high-streets-matter/

26/02/2026

10/02/2026

📣 New specialist and fully funded workshop 📣

B2B PPC - Using Paid Media for Business to Business Lead Generation

Join us for a practical session on how to align your paid marketing with the B2B buying process. We will explore how to make the most of platforms like LinkedIn and Microsoft Ads to ensure your budget is spent effectively. This workshop is ideal for those looking for a clear and actionable roadmap to launching successful campaigns that resonate with a professional audience.

You will leave with the confidence to manage your PPC (pay-per-click) activity more efficiently.

Details:
- Online workshop with digital marketing expert Mike O'Flynn
- Tuesday 24 Feb, 10am to 12pm

📲 Book your place here https://www.newangliagrowthhub.co.uk/event/b2b-ppc-using-paid-media-for-business-to-business-lead-generation/

The Norfolk workshops are funded by Norfolk County Council and the Department for Business and Trade. They are open to any trading business, freelancer, or charity based in Norfolk, UK.

06/02/2026

90-minute Webinar: How to apply for Norfolk Business Growth Fund (up to £50K)

We are looking for the next high growth SMEs that need grant funding to make a step change in their business.

🔜 Sign up to our webinar if your fast-growing company is based in the Great Yarmouth area, King's Lynn & West Norfolk and North Norfolk and you are looking for innovation investment now.

Grants available up to £50,000, which can fund up to 30% of supported project costs.

This is an essential webinar to help Norfolk SMEs understand the details of Norfolk County Council’s Business Growth Fund (BGF) and prepare a strong grant application.

This discretionary fund is prioritising projects that:
🔷 Drive business growth (at least 20% increase)
🔷 Can start in Q1 of 2026/27 financial year
🔷 Improve productivity
🔷 Introduce innovation
🔷 Create additional jobs in Norfolk
🔷 Strengthen the region’s economic growth.

Details: Business Growth Fund webinar (online), Monday 23 February, from 2pm to 3.30pm. Book your place here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982438824891?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please note that priority is given to applicants that have not had any grants for the last three years. Find out more about the funding and eligibility here. https://www.newangliagrowthhub.co.uk/business-support/funding-sources/

The Business Growth Fund has been created by Norfolk County Council and is delivered by the Growth Hub in Norfolk. Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk News & Events Great Yarmouth Borough Council North Norfolk District Council Vision King's Lynn Visit North Norfolk Visit Fakenham Experience Sheringham Everything Great Yarmouth Visit Aylsham

03/02/2026

Great to celebrate Norfolk’s business support team! New video I made :-)