Events
View all previous webinars here25th March 202510:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Webinar: VAT registration and the rules of VAT
Who should register for VAT and if they do so, what are their options and what additional responsibilities do they now have.
25th March 202510:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Webinar: Sustainability and Social Enterprise
What does sustainability mean to you? Financial, succession planning, environmental? This peer-led workshop will explore different scenarios, models and solutions.
26th March 20259:30 am - 11:30 amFREE
MALTON: Growth Hub Roadshow
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The Growth Hub roadshow is heading to Malton & Norton Golf Club in Malton, on Wednesday 26 March. Join us for this unique opportunity to see the available support in action and connect with like-minded individuals in your area.
26th March 202512:00 pm - 12:00 amFREE
York Retrofit Network
This is the sixth meeting of the York Retrofit Network, which is part of a wider project supported by Innovate UK to create a Retrofit One-Stop-Shop for York. The meetings will occur roughly every two months.
27th March 202510:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
Making Values Pay: Meaningful Marketing
Businesses that communicate their values clearly and authentically stand out from the crowd. Whether you're a start-up or an established business, telling your story in a way that resonates is key to winning their trust, and their business.
27th March 20251:30 pm - 4:00 pmFREE
Workshop: Wellbeing Mindset
As part of the Social Enterprise series, this session explores the growth mindset, self-awareness, and the impact of beliefs on personal development. Participants will reflect on behaviours, wellbeing, inner voice, and work-life balance, gaining practical strategies for lasting positive change.
31st March 202510:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Workshop: Social Mission (repeat)
So, you’re starting a social enterprise. What difference will this make? What is the problem you want to solve? How will you know if anything has changed. This session will introduce you to setting out your vision and measuring your impact, making sure you are having a positive impact on your community and providing a market solution to a social need.
1st April 202510:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Webinar: Employing People
Employing people for the first time can be daunting. There are so many rules and responsibilities to understand, some of which you may be aware of, but be unsure how to apply them, and others may be totally new to you.
2nd April 20259:30 am - 12:20 pmFREE
LEAP into Digital Marketing – Harrogate
Are you looking to improve your digital marketing skills? The “LEAP into Digital Marketing” course is here to help small and medium businesses succeed online. You’ll learn about social media, branding, and online advertising.
2nd April 20259:00 am - 5:00 pmFREE
Innovating with Data: Masterclass for SMEs
This workshop from the Hartree Centre North East Hub will cover a wide range of topics related to data-driven innovation, including an introduction to the concept, an exploration of data sources and analysis, a discussion of innovation models and toolkits, case studies, and implementation strategies.
2nd April 20251:30 pm - 4:00 pmFREE
Workshop: Peer Support (repeat)
Starting a social business can be a challenging and rewarding experience. As part of our social enterprise support programme, we would love to invite you to join us to focus on peer support and peer learning – helping to build your confidence and resilience, as well as growing your network with other social entrepreneurs.
2nd April 20259:30 am - 11:30 amFREE
SCARBOROUGH: Growth Hub Roadshow
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The Growth Hub roadshow is heading to Scarborough Rugby Club , on Wednesday 2 April.
3rd April 202510:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
Making Values Pay: Recruit & Retain
Recruiting the right people is challenging, retaining them can be harder. Today’s workforce is looking for more than just a salary, they want to work for companies that share their values, foster a positive culture, and provide real opportunities for growth.
4th April 20252:00 pm - 3:30 pmFREE
Workshop: Marketing and Social Media
Join us to look at different approaches to promoting your social enterprise and reaching the right audience. Including an introduction to social media tools and marketing materials.
8th April 202510:00 am - 1:00 pmFREE
Northallerton Business Support Drop-In Mornings
This Northallerton business support drop-in service can help answer your questions and direct you to relevant resources and programmes.
9th April 2025FREE
Webinar: Level-Up Your Live Training
Push your online training to it’s limits to excite and engage your audiences. Are you finding it challenging moving from in-person workshops to delivering your training online?
9th April 202510:00 am - 1:00 pmFREE
Harrogate Business Support Drop-In Mornings
This Harrogate business support drop-in service can help answer your questions and direct you to relevant resources and programmes.
10th April 202511:00 am - 12:30 pmFREE
Workshop: Finance and Funding
Join us to look at financing and funding for social enterprises, with input from West Yorkshire Community Accounting Services and IDOX funding platform.
17th April 20259:30 am - 11:00 amFREE
North Yorkshire Council: Connect Over A Cuppa
‘Connect Over A Cuppa’ Harrogate drop-in sessions help businesses to share new ideas, solve problems, and connect with like-minded businesses.
23rd April 20259:30 am - 11:30 amFREE
RICHMOND: Growth Hub Roadshow
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The Growth Hub roadshow is heading to Tennants Auctioneers in Leyburn, on Wednesday 23 April. Join us for this unique opportunity to see the available support in action and connect with like-minded individuals in your area.
24th April 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pmFREE
April 2025: Strive Live Start-Up Incubator
Having previously supported over 200 early stage businesses in our region, the Growth Hub will once again be working with Enterprise Cube to deliver a cohort of the Strive Live Startup-Up Incubator, which will begin on Thursday 24 April If you are currently running or looking to launch a start-up based in York & North Yorkshire, join this award-winning incubator designed to help grassroots entrepreneurs launch their business. Strive Live blends weekly live online training with regular one-to-one advice and on-demand online learning to make it simple and exciting to start a business. Plus, you could win up to £2,500 in micro grants at the end of the programme.