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I am thrilled to tell you that I will be hosting a mayoral business husting in April, focusing on Greater Manchester’s business community. The event has been organised by a coalition of the city region’s business organisations: the Federation of Small Businesses, the CBI, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, the Institute of Directors, the Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales, and pro-manchester. All the details and registration are here - https://lnkd.in/eV639bz2   Husting events are a unique opportunity for voters – in this case business leaders – to engage directly with all the mayoral candidates to gain invaluable insights into their visions for Greater Manchester’s future ahead of the 2nd May elections.   So, what exactly is a husting? Picture it as a platform where candidates from all the major parties converge to present their plans for Greater Manchester’s economic future. It’s not about words; it’s about substance. Candidates will discuss tangible strategies to stimulate growth, ignite innovation, and cultivate an environment where businesses can flourish.   For those unfamiliar with hustings events, they resemble a BBC Question Time style format, offering voters and candidates an opportunity to really engage. Candidates get the opportunity to spotlight their core policies and articulate their vision for our City Region’s economy, while voters can delve into the specifics of each agenda and help to make informed decisions on election day.   At the heart of this event will be the Greater Manchester business agenda. Every aspect of our economic landscape will be under scrutiny:   - from addressing business challenges, to delivering prosperity across all of our boroughs and diverse communities;  - from securing environmental sustainability, to optimising public sector procurement;  - from nurturing education and developing skills, to enhancing transport infrastructure. - and anything else the audience want to ask the candidates…   And it’s you, our city region’s stakeholders, who will be driving the conversation with your questions. This hustings isn’t merely about making promises; it’s about presenting practical solutions and tangible actions that will shape the future of our city region for years to come.   Whether you’re a seasoned business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply a concerned citizen invested in our region’s prosperity, please put the date in your calendars and reserve your complimentary tickets. Join us on April 17th for an interesting evening of political engagement, with business at its heart.   I look forward to seeing you at the hustings!  

📢 ENTRY CALL OUT 📢 The countdown to the biggest night in the Milton Keynes business calendar is on...and entries are open! There are 16 categories to choose from, including two new ones; Skills & Learning and Manufacturing & Supply Chain 👍 Get all the details and enter here: https://lnkd.in/eefwXsyX #MKBAA2025 #miltonkeynes #business #awards #entries

Sacramento District Office Awards: Nominate a Deserving Individual or Team! Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on small businesses in our community? Now is the perfect time to recognize their contributions. Click for more info: https://lnkd.in/gQ_s78KS The Sacramento District Office is accepting nominations for our annual awards. What's in it for the winners? Recognition: Public acknowledgment of their achievements Networking Opportunities: Connect with other leaders in the small business community Inspiration: Motivate others to strive for excellence How to Nominate: Gather Your Information: Complete SBA Form 3300 (for each nominee) Complete Authorization, Grant & Release of Materials form (for each nominee) Complete SBA Form 3315 (District Office nomination form) Provide a high-quality photo (8x10 or 5x7 inches, or a digital photo of at least 300 dpi) Prepare supporting documents (max 10 pages) Submit Your Nomination Electronically: Use the upload link in the "About the District Office Awards" section on the SBA website. Submit all documents as one PDF, with the photo as a separate attachment. Deadline: December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET Let's celebrate the incredible work being done in our community! #SmallBusiness #Sacramento #Awards #Recognition #Entrepreneurship

Sacramento District Office Awards: Nominate a Deserving Individual or Team! Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on small businesses in our community? Now is the perfect time to recognize their contributions. Click for more info: https://lnkd.in/gQ_s78KS The Sacramento District Office is accepting nominations for our annual awards. What's in it for the winners? Recognition: Public acknowledgment of their achievements Networking Opportunities: Connect with other leaders in the small business community Inspiration: Motivate others to strive for excellence How to Nominate: Gather Your Information: Complete SBA Form 3300 (for each nominee) Complete Authorization, Grant & Release of Materials form (for each nominee) Complete SBA Form 3315 (District Office nomination form) Provide a high-quality photo (8x10 or 5x7 inches, or a digital photo of at least 300 dpi) Prepare supporting documents (max 10 pages) Submit Your Nomination Electronically: Use the upload link in the "About the District Office Awards" section on the SBA website. Submit all documents as one PDF, with the photo as a separate attachment. Deadline: December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET Let's celebrate the incredible work being done in our community! #SmallBusiness #Sacramento #Awards #Recognition #Entrepreneurship

Sacramento District Office Awards: Nominate a Deserving Individual or Team! Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on small businesses in our community? Now is the perfect time to recognize their contributions. Click for more info: https://lnkd.in/gQ_s78KS The Sacramento District Office is accepting nominations for our annual awards. What's in it for the winners? Recognition: Public acknowledgment of their achievements Networking Opportunities: Connect with other leaders in the small business community Inspiration: Motivate others to strive for excellence How to Nominate: Gather Your Information: Complete SBA Form 3300 (for each nominee) Complete Authorization, Grant & Release of Materials form (for each nominee) Complete SBA Form 3315 (District Office nomination form) Provide a high-quality photo (8x10 or 5x7 inches, or a digital photo of at least 300 dpi) Prepare supporting documents (max 10 pages) Submit Your Nomination Electronically: Use the upload link in the "About the District Office Awards" section on the SBA website. Submit all documents as one PDF, with the photo as a separate attachment. Deadline: December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET Let's celebrate the incredible work being done in our community! #SmallBusiness #Sacramento #Awards #Recognition #Entrepreneurship

Sacramento District Office Awards: Nominate a Deserving Individual or Team! Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on small businesses in our community? Now is the perfect time to recognize their contributions. Click for more info: https://lnkd.in/gQ_s78KS The Sacramento District Office is accepting nominations for our annual awards. What's in it for the winners? Recognition: Public acknowledgment of their achievements Networking Opportunities: Connect with other leaders in the small business community Inspiration: Motivate others to strive for excellence How to Nominate: Gather Your Information: Complete SBA Form 3300 (for each nominee) Complete Authorization, Grant & Release of Materials form (for each nominee) Complete SBA Form 3315 (District Office nomination form) Provide a high-quality photo (8x10 or 5x7 inches, or a digital photo of at least 300 dpi) Prepare supporting documents (max 10 pages) Submit Your Nomination Electronically: Use the upload link in the "About the District Office Awards" section on the SBA website. Submit all documents as one PDF, with the photo as a separate attachment. Deadline: December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET Let's celebrate the incredible work being done in our community! #SmallBusiness #Sacramento #Awards #Recognition #Entrepreneurship

Sacramento District Office Awards: Nominate a Deserving Individual or Team! Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on small businesses in our community? Now is the perfect time to recognize their contributions. Click for more info: https://lnkd.in/gQ_s78KS The Sacramento District Office is accepting nominations for our annual awards. What's in it for the winners? Recognition: Public acknowledgment of their achievements Networking Opportunities: Connect with other leaders in the small business community Inspiration: Motivate others to strive for excellence How to Nominate: Gather Your Information: Complete SBA Form 3300 (for each nominee) Complete Authorization, Grant & Release of Materials form (for each nominee) Complete SBA Form 3315 (District Office nomination form) Provide a high-quality photo (8x10 or 5x7 inches, or a digital photo of at least 300 dpi) Prepare supporting documents (max 10 pages) Submit Your Nomination Electronically: Use the upload link in the "About the District Office Awards" section on the SBA website. Submit all documents as one PDF, with the photo as a separate attachment. Deadline: December 5, 2024, at 4:00 PM ET Let's celebrate the incredible work being done in our community! #SmallBusiness #Sacramento #Awards #Recognition #Entrepreneurship

THERE ARE ‘REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL’ AT THIS YEAR’S BUSINESS LEADERS’ BREAKFAST Last week 140 Business Leaders’ from across the County gathered at Invest in Shropshire’s annual Business Leaders’ Breakfast event. The event has taken place every year since 2017 and regularly attracts businesses and partners from all over Shropshire. Highlights from the morning included the customary update from Mark Barrow, Executive Director Place at Shropshire Council. Mark reported that the county’s economy is recovering well from Covid and there is much to celebrate. Last year Shropshire received a record number of business registrations, the county is well-positioned to take advantage of a burgeoning green economy, and figures are revealing that Shropshire is a place where people want to locate their businesses. Andy Begley and Mark Barrow highlighted the work of the Marches Forward Partnership, a ground-breaking partnership of four English and Welsh councils. This partnership aims to maximize the untapped potential of the Marches area, of which Shropshire is a major part, boosting investment in the region and creating a ‘package’ that can be offered to the global marketplace. Other contributions came from Ben Sykes a partner of FaulknerBrown Architects with an update on the latest exciting developments at Smithfield Riverside in Shrewsbury, and Bruce Gardner, New Clubs Director at David Lloyd Clubs explained the reasons for investing in The Shrewsbury Club and its future development. Businesses were urged to consider becoming ‘foster-friendly’ by Erika Ower from the Fostering and Adoption team at Shropshire Council, and finally, Leader of the Council Lezley Picton closed the proceedings by saying there were challenges but also 'brave, ambitious and innovative' economic development activities taking place across the county. Watch videos from the Business Leaders’ Breakfast 2024 and access slides https://orlo.uk/BSqt7 #BusinessLeadersBreakfast2024 #InvestInShropshire #ShropshireEconomy #MarchesForwardPartnership #SmithfieldRiverside #ShropshireCouncil

Business support programme to be continued in Warwickshire

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