⸻ Conferences and Seminars
Programmes and Events
Don’t miss out on this great event brought to you by Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council and Go Succeed NI.
There are many things to think about when growing your food business including the practicalities of scaling production, and ensuring you have the right businesses supports in place.
During this meeting, you’ll discuss how to overcome these barriers and more with experts from CAFRE, CIDO and ABC Borough Council Environmental Health. There will also be time for networking over tea and coffee.
Register today: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/food-heartland-how-to-scale-beyond-the-kitchen-tickets-1047722194287
We have a great seminar coming up next Wednesday for local business about how you can use Chat GPT within your business.
“ChatGPT is like having an affordable, round-the-clock assistant for your business. It saves time, improves customer experience, and can boost sales, all while seamlessly fitting into your current setup. Whether it’s providing instant support, creating marketing content, or helping with customer insights, ChatGPT offers small businesses the tools they need to grow without adding complexity.”
Here’s a breakdown of the benefits that Chat GPT may bring to your business.
1. 24/7 Customer Support
Benefit: ChatGPT can handle customer inquiries around the clock, even outside of regular business hours.
2. Time Savings and Automation
Benefit: ChatGPT can handle repetitive tasks, like answering FAQs, booking appointments, and order processing, freeing up employees' time for more complex tasks.
3. Cost Savings
Benefit: Small businesses can reduce their reliance on additional customer service staff or expensive tools for basic customer management.
4. Enhanced Customer Experience
Benefit: Customers get immediate, personalized responses, creating a more positive experience.
5. Lead Generation and Sales Support
Benefit: ChatGPT can engage with potential customers, answer product questions, and guide them through the sales process.
6. Marketing and Content Creation
Benefit: ChatGPT can help generate content ideas, draft social media posts, write email templates, and more.
7. Scalability
Benefit: ChatGPT can handle as many inquiries as needed, so businesses don’t need to worry about managing high volumes during peak times.
8. Data Insights and Customer Feedback Analysis
Benefit: ChatGPT can help gather insights from customer interactions, identify trends, and suggest areas for improvement.
9. Easy Integration with Existing Systems
Benefit: ChatGPT can integrate with various customer management systems, email tools, and website chat features.
Register for our free event: bit.ly/3AxypBA
You won’t want to miss out on this one 👀
As part of enterprise week we have a free event for businesses to register for, but be quick there’s limited availability for this one!
This one is all about improving your ChatGPT skills, delivered by the excellent Lochlainn Mallon 💻
Find out more & book tickets: bit.ly/3AxypBA
Food & Drink Peer session - Overview of Food Labelling
Thursday 28 November 9:30am to 11:30am
Join us for an exciting Food & Drink Peer Session where we delve into the world of Food Labelling. This in-person event will be held at Southern Regional College, Banbridge Campus - Board Room. Get ready to learn about the ins and outs of food labelling regulations and best practices. Whether you're a food enthusiast or a professional in the industry, this session is perfect for gaining valuable insights. Don't miss out on this informative opportunity!
This event provides an overview of voluntary and mandatory food labelling information for manufactures.
After the main session, we’ll have a workshop where you can bring your current labels or recipes to get feedback. It’s a great chance to chat about what you need to do to make sure everything is compliant!
Food & Drink Peer Session - Overview of Food Labelling
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This event provides an overview of voluntary and mandatory food labelling information for manufactures.
Join Down Business Centre on November 6th at 10am for an exclusive business-focused visit to the world-class Game of Thrones Studio Tour.
This guided industry event offers business owners a unique opportunity to explore best practices in retail display, visual merchandising, and operational efficiency. Discover how top techniques in shop layout, storage solutions, and warehousing can enhance customer experiences and drive business performance. Perfect for those seeking inspiration and actionable tips to elevate their retail operations.
Places are limited. Book your place now!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/site-visit-visual-merchandising-store-layout-tickets-1038863678227?utm-cam...
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Newry and Mourne Co-operative and Enterprise Agency Armagh Business Centre Ltd Banbridge District Enterprises Limited Enterprise NI Go Succeed NI
Need Space to Grow Your Business? Banbridge District Enterprise has you covered!
We offer a variety of office and unit spaces across 4 convenient locations in Banbridge, Gilford, and Rathfriland.
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This grant scheme is now open and we are hosting a workshop here at Banbridge Enterprise Centre on Tuesday evening at 6.00pm. You must register to attend. All details below.DAERA’s £1.55 Million Rural Micro Business Development Grant Aid Fund is now open! 📢
Grants of up to £4,999 are available to support rural micro-businesses across the borough. 💷
As part of the application process we will be hosting a series of mandatory pre-funding workshops for anyone interested in applying. These are being held on:
• Tues 22 Oct at 6.00pm – 7.30pm in CIDO, Craigavon
• Thurs 24 Oct at 11.00am – 12.30pm Online via MS Teams
• Mon 28 Oct at 12.30pm – 2.00pm in Armagh Business Centre
• Tues 29 Oct at 6.00pm – 7.30pm in Banbridge Enterprise Centre
Spaces are limited to one person per business at the workshops.
To register for a workshop, please email: ruralbusinessgrant@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
For full details on the scheme, visit: Rural Business Development Grant Scheme go to: 👉🏻 bit.ly/3jtJKI0
CIDO Innovation Centre
✨ Elevate Your Workstyle at Zenco! ✨
Looking for a workspace that inspires productivity and collaboration?
Look no further than Zenco, the Banbridge Enterprise Centre's dedicated coworking space!
Visit our website or contact us today to learn more about Zenco and schedule a tour! ☎️
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We're Loving This Review! 🎉
We're always striving to provide the best possible support for our local businesses. That's why it means so much to us when we hear positive feedback!
Their kind words motivate us to keep providing exceptional service and support to our Banbridge business community.
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You could be in with the chance of winning £250 staycation voucher at Carrick a Rede Retreat.
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Did you know that Banbridge District Enterprise offers a helping hand to local businesses?
For over 35 years, we have been a cornerstone of business development in Banbridge. Providing resources, training, and support to entrepreneurs and growing businesses across various sectors.
If you think your business would benefit from our services reach out today: bdelonline.com/
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Join us next Thursday 17th October from 10am until 12pm when
the Go Succeed Start team hosts this in-person enterprise support clinic, designed to provide aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners with the expert guidance needed to navigate the complexities of launching and establishing a successful business. The session will also introduce entrepreneurs to the relevant supports available across the enterprise support ecosystem.
Reserve a spot at the following link:-
www.glistrr.com/events/e/enterprise-support-clinic-3586-419
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Complete our NI Enterprise Barometer survey NOW for a chance to win a stay at Carrick a Rede Retreat 😍
Share your views on the issues that matter most to you and your business. Your voice can make a difference👉🏻surveymonkey.com/r/barolink24
The NI Enterprise Barometer 2024 is powered by Enterprise NI and supported by the British Business Bank.
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NI Enterprise Barometer 2024 is live until 06 October
The annual NI Enterprise Barometer provides an invaluable opportunity for entrepreneurs and business owners to share their insights and experiences. SMEs input is critical in helping Enterprise NI understand the challenges and opportunities that shape the landscape for self-employed, micro and small businesses in Northern Ireland.
By participating in this survey, SME's are actively informing policy and shaping future strategy that will address the distinctive needs of local micro and small businesses and will contribute to nurturing the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.
Survey completion time is approximately 5 – 10 minutes. On completion, SME's could be in with the chance of winning £250 Staycation at Carrick a Rede Retreat.
To complete the survey, SME's can click here: surveymonkey.com/r/barobiz24
Many thanks in advance for your valuable contribution and support.
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The Ultimate Pitch
NI’s Newest Business Pitch Competition
Are you ready to take your business idea to the next level? If you're registered with Go Succeed in one of Northern Ireland’s 11 council areas, this is your chance to make it happen.
Get ready to pitch your way to success in The Ultimate Pitch – the competition where tomorrow's top entrepreneurs face off in a battle of innovation, creativity, and business brilliance.
Whether you’re launching something entirely new or expanding a social enterprise, The Ultimate Pitch is your stage to shine. If you’re a start up or business that has been operating for less than two years, this is the competition for you!
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Are you ready to be part of a thriving community? 🍔👨🍳👩🌾
If you're a farmer, food producer, chef, or agri-business owner based in Armagh City, Banbridge, or Craigavon 🏡, we invite you to join the Food Heartland Network 🤝.
Our region boasts fertile lands 🌱, award-winning food 🏆, and exceptional dining experiences 🍽️. Together, we can boost our local agri-food sector and create a more sustainable and prosperous future 🌱💰.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow. Join the Food Heartland Network today! 🎉https://bit.ly/3zJtSLC
We currently have a unit available in our Rathfriland site.
491 sq ft for £245.50 inc VAT per month
Contact Banbridge Enterprise Centre on 02840662260 or Ciaran on 07808915781 for info and to arrange a viewing.
Discover your new workspace from anywhere with Zenco's virtual tour!
Immerse yourself in our vibrant co-working environment and experience the difference.
To chat to our team about booking your desk (daily / weekly / monthly)
02840662260
zenco@bdelonline.com
www.bdelonline.com/zenco/
#zenco #virtualtour #workspace
Meet Our Community
At Banbridge Enterprise Centre, we're proud to host a diverse community of businesses.
Today, we're putting the spotlight on Top Notch Cafe.
Serving a delicious range of hot and cold food from 9:00am until 3:00pm daily
Dine In or Take Away at your convenience
Call in orders on: 028 406 58 405
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Summer savings alert!
Book your meeting room at Banbridge Enterprise Centre and enjoy a discounted rate. Now with 15% reduction for new bookings made during August ☀️
Don't miss this opportunity to impress your clients without breaking the bank.
02840662260
info@bdelonline.com
www.bdelonline.com/
📍Banbridge Enterprise Centre, Scarva Road Industrial Estate, Banbridge, BT32 3QD
✅FREE parking
Catering on site
Fully Accessible
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Discover your new workspace at Banbridge Business Centre
To chat to our team about arranging a viewing
02840662260
info@bdelonline.com
#workspace #officespace #office
When the sun is shining, there's no better place to work than Zenco.
Get out of the house and enjoy our workspace and make the most of the beautiful weather.
📍Banbridge Enterprise Centre, Scarva Road Industrial Estate, Banbridge, BT32 3QD
✅FREE parking
FREE Air Conditioning
You can book your desk by contacting us here;
02840662260
zenco@bdelonline.com
www.bdelonline.com/zenco/
#zenco #Coworking #sunshine
Whether it's a team meeting or a client presentation, Banbridge Enterprise Centre has the perfect meeting room for you.
Book now and experience professionalism at its finest.
02840662260
info@bdelonline.com
www.bdelonline.com/
📍Banbridge Enterprise Centre, Scarva Road Industrial Estate, Banbridge, BT32 3QD
✅FREE parking
Catering on site
Fully Accessible
#banbridgeenterprisecentre #meetingrooms #Professionalism
Step inside the future of work with Zenco's virtual tour!
Explore our inspiring co-working space from the comfort of your home.
To chat to our team about booking your desk (daily / weekly / monthly)
02840662260
zenco@bdelonline.com
www.bdelonline.com/zenco/
#zenco #virtualtour #Coworking
Looking for a convenient and professional meeting space?
Banbridge Enterprise Centre offers fully equipped meeting rooms at competitive rates.
Book now!
02840662260
info@bdelonline.com
www.bdelonline.com/
📍Banbridge Enterprise Centre, Scarva Road Industrial Estate, Banbridge, BT32 3QD
✅FREE parking
Catering on site
Fully Accessible
#banbridgeenterprisecentre #meetingrooms #convenient
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