.The 'Send me a postcard' BreakfastMathew Prior had a decision to make. Should he carry on with his accountancy training or chuck it in to become a holiday rep? After many a sleepless night, he ditched the traineeship and spent the next few years working in ski resorts in the winter and the Spanish Costas […]

.Cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset is about confidence and self-belief; development and growth; and always, learning new and valuable skills.Having the right mindset is important - it helps you overcome challenges, set-backs, and give you an up-to-date tool box to use at work and in life.This in-person Bite-sized Learning session is for people who are running […]

.Slo-mo NetworkingDo you like the concept of speed networking but find it a bit too, well…speedy?How about a structured and business-focused event that is still enjoyable and at a more relaxed pace?With the help of a group of our members, we have designed and introduced Slo-mo Networking because we know that some of you like […]

.The “Get the kettle on” BreakfastOur March speaker is Krisi Smith, co-founder, creative director and chief tea mixologist at the Bird & Blend Tea CoHer story starts at university, where as a politics student she met Mike Turner who was to become her co-founder. Krisi went on to work in the tea industry but tired […]

. Do you think you and your business are creating an impact? There are so many opportunities for commercial businesses to have a positive impact in society. Phrases like ‘responsible business’, ‘business for good’ and ‘’purpose’ are increasingly used. But how do you really know if your business is creating an impact? Are you defining […]

.The 'Brighton Fringe' Pop-up BreakfastWe don’t usually hold our Pop-up Breakfasts in pop-up venues, but then anything goes during Brighton Fringe.This year's Brighton Fringe Breakfast host will again be Brighton Speigeltent at The Old Steine.This is a Pop-up Breakfast with a difference - the emphasis will be on networking and getting a sneak preview performance.Pop […]

.Anxiety is a common yet often misunderstood mental health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. The impact of anxiety can be debilitating, affecting everything from personal and professional relationships to work productivity and overall quality of life. But with the right tools and support, it is possible to manage anxiety and help others experiencing […]

.Kindness in the workplace: Benefits and barriers How important is kindness to you and your business? Is it a value you hold dear? How is kindness valued? Join us for a lively debate and meet Dr Gillian Sandstrom, senior lecturer in the Psychology of Kindness, who will share her findings from the BBC Kindness Test […]

.Bite-sized Learning: Focus on your clients to drive growth in your business There are a plethora of juicy benefits to be gained from building strong relationships with your clients: increased customer loyalty, a better brand image and a competitive advantage, to name just a few. This Bite-sized Learning session will show you how to focus […]

.The Statuesque BreakfastOur May speaker Alison Lapper MBE has faced incredible challenges throughout her life.Born with no arms and shortened legs, she grew up in specialist institutions. Despite her disability, she longed to become an artist, which she achieved by painting with her mouth and feet. She has a first class degree in Fine Arts […]

.To be an effective leader, you have to master the art of letting go, of delegating authority to someone else for some areas and tasks. As a leader, you can’t do it all, but many of us still try. But delegating properly and successfully, with confidence and consistency is not easy - the fear of […]

.The ‘Caring’ Breakfast Vicky Haines is passionate about transforming the nation’s perceptions of the care sector. Now the Managing Director at Kingsway Care, Vicky used to work with high-risk offenders as a Probation Officer after finishing her degree in Applied Psychology and Criminology.Despite being very different jobs, empathy and impartiality have been key to both, […]