We are committed to sponsoring UK business that's why we're holding free nationwide business seminars once again this year. Come along for guidance on topics ranging from accessing finance, employment and sustainability.
As part of the Lloyds Banking Group 2012 SME Charter, Lloyds TSB Commercial Banking is committed to running a programme of over 200 nationwide business events to provide guidance and support for SMEs, including specialist seminars for the healthcare, education and manufacturing sectors.
In 2012, a number of events* will cover the following topics:
This will be followed by a selection of the following interactive workshops:
Designed with SMEs in mind, these events are created to help stimulate growth and lead the economic recovery as it starts to take shape.
As well as helping to identify new business opportunities and providing practical guidance, these events provide an opportunity to network with local businesses and professionals in your area. Click on the links to find out more.
To register your interest in attending one of these events, click on the button below.
* Each event is tailored to the needs of the local businesses in each location; therefore the content and format of may vary.
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This session, hosted by finance experts from across Lloyds Banking Group, will share guidance on managing your finances to help you take advantage of new opportunities.
We'll cover:
View our latest guides on how to manage your cashflow and financing options. Financial planning
Our employment workshops will be run by Peninsula Business Services - specialists in employment law and health & safety. Peninsula has been advising and protecting owners, directors and senior managers from businesses like yours for over 28 years. Their experts will guide you through:
You'll also be able to meet and discuss your specific issues with key employment law and HR specialists. You'll also be given the opportunity for a free consultation. There has never been a better time to ensure the success of your business.
To find out more from Peninsula, visit their website
This session, hosted by sustainability specialists from Lloyds Banking Group will help you to make tangible links between being a more sustainable business and your business performance and profitability. Sustainable businesses benefit from significant cost efficiencies, staff loyalty and powerful new business opportunities and we can help you to review your business in terms of the potential risks, issues and opportunities presented by the sustainability agenda.
During the session you will be able to:
For useful tips on how to become sustainable and to create a business sustainability statement using our free online tool, click here.
The UK is the World's 9th largest manufacturing economy and manufacturing contributes around half of Britain's exports. This workshop will benefit owners and managers of manufacturing companies who are either currently buying or selling overseas or for those who are looking to trade internationally in the future. The bank's team of International Business Managers working alongside our trained and accredited Manufacturing Relationship Managers are helping UK manufacturers develop and access new markets through a range of innovative international trade solutions. Discover how our team can help you overcome potential problems holding back your business and assist you in achieving your business expansion plans.
From growing business value, to developing new business, to saving money on energy costs there are lots of benefits to getting on board with the agenda.
Karen Cook, Senior Manager, Lloyds TSB Commercial Banking, Sustainable Development and Community Enterprise.
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