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SUMMARY:Luton Enterprise Week Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Our launch will host an insightful panel with exciting news unveiled on the day\, alongside interactive workshops in the afternoon. \n\n\n\n\nAttendees can join for a full day or select and book the individual sessions that are of most interest to them. \nLaunch Event\, 9.30am to 12 noon\nOur launch day will kick-start Enterprise Week 2026 with an engaging morning of inspiration\, insight and opportunity. Learn from a prominent Luton business success story\, hear honest perspectives from experienced entrepreneurs\, and discover practical advice to help your venture thrive. The event concludes with an interactive Q&A and the unveiling of exciting new opportunities for the local business community. \nCurious About AI Workshop\, 1pm to 2.30pm\nCurious about AI but unsure where to start? This interactive workshop from the University of Bedfordshire will show business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs how to make AI work for them. Explore real-world applications\, uncover hidden opportunities\, and bust the biggest myths surrounding AI\, leaving with actionable insights to support your business journey. \nAccess to Finance Workshop\, 3pm to 4.30pm\nJoin Barclays Bank for an insightful Access to Finance Workshop designed for business owners and pre-start entrepreneurs. Discover the funding options available to start\, sustain\, or grow your business\, and gain practical guidance on navigating the finance landscape. This interactive session will help you understand what lenders and investors look for and how to improve your chances of securing the right funding. \nEntrepreneurship for All Webinar\, 6pm to 7pm\nOur jam-packed launch day concludes with an online workshop facilitated by award-winning charity\, Disability Resource Centre. Entrepreneurship for All is a practical workshop designed for people with disabilities who own a business or are considering starting one. Discover how entrepreneurship can be a realistic and rewarding path\, build confidence in your ideas\, and learn about the supports\, opportunities and networks available to help turn your ambitions into action.
URL:https://place.stepforwardluton.co.uk/event/luton-enterprise-week-day-1
LOCATION:University of Bedfordshire\, Luton Campus\, UoB Park Street\, Luton\, Bedfordshire\, LU1 3JU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business,Educational,Enterprise Week 2026,Free events,Networking
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SUMMARY:Luton Enterprise Week Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Our second day will highlight local opportunities for businesses\, support with sales skills\, and host a construction sector workshop. \n\n\n\n\nAttendees can join for a full day or select and book the individual sessions that are of most interest to them. \nMeet the Buyer\, 10am to 12 noon\nWe will kick off with a Meet the Buyer event which will showcase local opportunities that are/will be available for businesses. From housing developments and retrofit programmes to regeneration and infrastructure projects\, significant investment is taking place across the town. This session brings together organisations awarding contracts with the businesses looking to grow. \nConstruction Sector Workshop\, 1pm to 2.30pm\nNext up is a construction sector workshop focused on bid writing. If you’re looking to strengthen your tender submissions and win more work then this practical bid writing workshop delivered by leading national contractor Willmott Dixon will be for you. The session will cover key bid writing principles\, common pitfalls to avoid\, and practical tips to help your business stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace. \nElevated Sales Workshop\, 3pm to 4.30pm\nLast but not least is our elevated sales workshop. Sales is one of the most important elements of running a business – and yet it is the one of the easiest to get wrong. In this interactive session\, you will learn 3 key takeaways that will drastically improve your business to consumer sales skills. Facilitated by Michael Martin\, the Head of Business Support at renowned business support provider Wenta – you’ll be given the skills you need to kick start sales for your business but also given the chance to test what you’ve learnt through interactive activities that will take place throughout the session.
URL:https://place.stepforwardluton.co.uk/event/luton-enterprise-week-day-2
LOCATION:Percival House\, 134 Percival Way\, London Luton Airport Roundabout\, Luton\, Bedfordshire\, LU2 9NU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business,Educational,Enterprise Week 2026,Free events,Networking,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Luton Enterprise Week Day 3
DESCRIPTION:Our third day will shine a light on women in enterprise\, opportunities for social enterprises\, and support for the creative sector. \n\n\n\n\nAttendees can join for a full day or select and book the individual sessions that are of most interest to them. \nWomen in Enterprise Panel\, 10am to 11am\nAs part of Enterprise Week\, the Women in Enterprise Panel will feature inspiring stories from some of the many successful female entrepreneurs in Luton. These women are leaders in enterprise and have insights to share about their careers and how they got to where they are today. You’ll gain insightful perspectives and will be given an opportunity to learn more from them through a dedicated Q&A session. \nStrengthening Luton’s Social Economy\, 11.30am to 1pm\nFollowing on from the Women in Enterprise Panel\, we have a workshop on Strengthening Luton’s Social Economy. Join Power to Change\, Future Wolverton\, the Culture Trust and more to explore how social enterprises can play an even greater role in Luton’s economic future. Whether you’re an established organisation or just getting started\, help us explore how Luton can become a launchpad for successful social enterprises\, community businesses and cooperative enterprises\, creating opportunities that benefit local people and strengthen the town’s economy. \nCreative Sector Workshop\, 2pm to 3.30pm\nIn the afternoon you can start building your creative venture with expert guidance from the Culture Trust. Their workshop will cover the fundamentals of establishing a creative organisation\, followed by a live Q&A and one-to-one consultation opportunities. Ideal for creative start-ups and pre-start-ups looking for practical advice\, inspiration\, and support to take their next step. \nCreative Sector Networking Evening\, 4.30pm to 6pm\nAfter a short break\, creative organisations will also have the opportunity to take part in a networking event that will showcase local creative talent.
URL:https://place.stepforwardluton.co.uk/event/luton-enterprise-week-day-3
LOCATION:The Hat Factory Arts Centre\, 65-67 Bute Street\, Luton\, LU1 2EY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business,Educational,Enterprise Week 2026,Free events,Networking,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Luton Enterprise Week Day 4 (Daytime)
DESCRIPTION:Our fourth day will focus on supporting our construction\, advanced manufacturing and professional services sectors. \n\n\n\n\nAttendees can join for a full day or select and book the individual sessions that are of most interest to them. \nConstruction Skills Hub Session\, 10am to 11.30am\nEnterprise Week 2026 returns to Percival House on Thursday for an action packed day\, including the unveiling of the new construction skills hubs that will benefit the local construction sector. \nProfessional Services Sector Workshop\, 12.30pm to 1pm\nNext up is an interactive workshop for professional services businesses\, facilitated by Wenta. Working alongside other small firms in the sector\, you’ll take part in hands-on activities designed to help you map challenges\, explore solutions\, and learn from the experiences of your peers. The session encourages open discussion\, collaborative problem-solving\, and the sharing of practical ideas that can be applied directly to your business. The workshop will be followed by informal networking\, giving you the chance to connect with other professionals\, exchange insights\, and expand your local business network. \nAdvanced Manufacturing Sector Workshop\, 2.30pm to 4pm\nMade Smarter UK will be diving into Industry 4.0\, which is being dubbed the 4th Industrial Revolution for manufacturing businesses. You can expect an interactive session that shows how manufacturing sessions can adopt digital technology affordably alongside an overview of the Made Smarter support offer that includes exciting funding opportunities.
URL:https://place.stepforwardluton.co.uk/event/luton-enterprise-week-day-4
LOCATION:Percival House\, 134 Percival Way\, London Luton Airport Roundabout\, Luton\, Bedfordshire\, LU2 9NU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business,Educational,Enterprise Week 2026,Free events,Networking,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Luton Enterprise Week Day 4 Networking
DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking to raise your profile\, explore partnerships or access expert support\, this evening is the ideal environment to connect. \n\n\n\n\nJoin local professionals\, entrepreneurs and community leaders for an informal business networking session at the stunning Wardown House in Luton. This relaxed and welcoming event is designed to help you build valuable connections\, share ideas and uncover new opportunities for growth and collaboration. \nAlongside networking with fellow attendees\, you’ll also have the opportunity to meet a range of business support providers who will be on hand to offer advice\, guidance and information on the services available to help your business start\, grow and succeed.
URL:https://place.stepforwardluton.co.uk/event/luton-enterprise-week-day-4-networking
LOCATION:Wardown House\, Museum and Gallery\, Old Bedford Road\, Luton\, Bedfordshire\, LU2 7HA\, United Kingdom
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