Businesses Startup Seminars

More than just an exhibition...

The Business Startup show is all about giving the best quality advice to people who want to start up a business or who already run one. If you want help or assistance with any of the following, you mustn't miss this show - it could be the best investment you'll ever make in the future success of your business:

  • Planning a business and writing a business plan
  • Raising finance and controlling cashflow
  • Time management and reducing stress
  • Franchising, or buying an existing business
  • The latest in communications technology and IT equipment
  • Locating the best premises
  • Expanding your business
  • Bookkeeping, taxation and accountancy (including tax and VAT)
  • Intellectual property, patenting and protecting innovations
  • Websites, the internet and e-commerce
  • Marketing your business
  • Importing and exporting
  • Training, recruitment and retention
  • Motivation, and how to motivate those around you
  • Branding, advertising & PR
  • Legal advice
  • David Gold

    Q & A with David Gold: Pure Gold

    Q&A hosted by David Gold — entrepreneur. Ask David how he rose from rags to being one of Britain's most successful businessmen and self-m... [more]

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  • David Lester

    Starting a Business in a Recession

    David will speak about why recessions can be fabulous for new businesses, and how to make your new business a success. In addition David will talk ... [more]

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  • Doug Richard

    Doug Richard Explains His Essential Steps To Business Success

    The title says it all. The Connoisseur's Dragon, Doug's seminar will be underpinned by his dedication to start-ups. Based on his unique experience ... [more]

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  • Emma Wimhurst

    Seven Ways To Make Your Business BOOM!

    Millionaire entrepreneur Emma Wimhurst will share her 7 business disciplines which are proven to have transformed a broad range of businesses acros... [more]

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  • Julie Meyer

    BBC's Online Dragon Discusses the Rise of Entrepreneurship in the UK

    Julie Meyer, star of BBC's Dragons' Den Online, will give an overview of how the UK has become an "Entrepreneur Country". So many global buisness l... [more]

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  • Levi Roots

    Dragons' Den's Sauciest Story Yet

    When Levi Roots sang his way into �50k cash injection on Dragon's Den he started a chain reaction. Weeks later, his Reggae Reggae Sauce was a nat... [more]

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  • Michelle Dewberry

    Should You Go It Alone In Business?

    Starting a business is never an easy decision. Leaving the stability of an existing job to venture into the unknown is a scary prospect. How can yo... [more]

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  • Rachel Elnaugh

    The First lady of Dragons' Den Reveals Her Business Nightmares

    Entrepreneur and first lady of Dragons' Den, Rachel Elnaugh has experienced the entire lifecycle of a business — seeing it grow into a multi-... [more]

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  • Richard Farleigh

    Q&A with Richard Farleigh

    There are not too many nice guys in the cut-throat world of big business. But Richard Farleigh is the undisputed 'Mr Nice' of hit BBC show Dragons'... [more]

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  • Richard Reed

    Co-Founder of Innocent Drink Tells The Innocent Story

    Richard Reed, co-founder of Innocent Drinks, shares how the company got started, its challenges and its future. How to go from seed to success in a ma... [more]

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  • Adrian Allen

    Doing Business with China

    China is the fastest growing emerging market, and the most commonly searched country on Startup Overseas. Although it offers vast prospects for an exp... [more]

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  • Alan Gleeson

    Business Planning — Your Guide To Success

    It's commonly said in business, fail to plan, and you plan to fail. A good business plan can never be overstated: forecasts, facts and figures. Muc... [more]

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  • Andy Waring, Robert & Biliana Coppard

    A Fast Track approach to building solid and life long income

    Our Fast Track business concept delivers results – consistently. See how this approach will not only develop your skills and talents but will lead you... [more]

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  • Anna Lawn-Thomas

    Starting a business- Getting the best from the Shell Livewire website

    Want to start a business?-In this session Anna will take you through how to use the Shell LiveWIRE website to get the most out of the interactive tool... [more]

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  • Atul Devani

    How to Raise Capital and Grow Your Business

    Find out more about the different options for raising finance for your business from an entrepreneur and a private equity specialist, with 25 years... [more]

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  • Brad Rosser

    Ten Rules To Start-up Success

    Brad Rosser, one of the UK's most successful entrepreneurs, will show you the "10 Rules of Start-up Success” you must follow to make your start-up a s... [more]

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  • Bradley Chapman

    Are You Using Networking To Your Advantage?

    Business Networking is a vital tool for you and your company. Networking can help you develop a number of key personal skills, which you need in order... [more]

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  • Désirée Fraser

    Become Your Own Boss Today!

    Ten tips on how to move from procrastination to pro-action! This the reason most people come to Business Startup - to become their own bosses. And ... [more]

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  • Darren Pendred

    Top ten tips for web success

    Before you start your own website, there’s lots of things you should consider – whether it’s design, content, ecommerce or just getting yourself on Go... [more]

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  • Dave Hopkins

    The Importance of Intellectual Property

    Essential for any discerning entrepreneur, this talk will cover the four elements of Intellectual Property, Trade marks, Copyright, Patents and Design... [more]

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  • David Joyce

    Building a cast iron business plan

    The importance of business planning has never been more important for start ups. From securing finance to giving yourself clear documented goals, the ... [more]

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  • Dr David J Hardman MBE

    Combining Hi-Tech Business WithThe Entrepreneurial Spirit

    Using the knowledge economy as a recession-busting driving force to promote today’s entrepreneurs and help them deliver their aspirations to the benef... [more]

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  • Dr. Tim Meldrum

    Opportunity Assessment Mini Masterclass

    How to assess the commercial potential of inventions, ideas, and business opportunities.... [more]

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  • Gary Townley

    An introduction to Trade marks, Patents, Designs and Copyright

    The  Intellectual Property Office is the... [more]

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  • Giancarlo Donato

    Starting & Expanding in Italy

    Including a fine demographical analysis of Italy's cities, this seminar is the place to start your foray into the Italian market. Discussing such esse... [more]

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  • Giovanni Seppia

    Your gateway to Europe

    Have you considered the benefits of the .eu top level domain, or having a .eu site to promote your business in Europe and worldwide? This seminar expl... [more]

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  • Ian Marlow

    The Essential Introduction to Tax & Accounting

    Practical, intelligible help to ensure you think clearly about the right structure for your business. Understand about keeping records and paying tax,... [more]

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  • Joanna Elliot

    Jump-starting a digital relationship through social media

    Find out how small businesses can start to use and build on the power of social media to their benefit... [more]

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  • Jonathan Pfahl

    Business Mentors: How, Why & Where?

    Jonathan Pfahl will use real life examples of entrepreneurs who have seen their businesses soar as a result of using a successful business mentor. He ... [more]

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  • Matthew Forrest

    Why business software is critical to the survival of small business

    Find out why business management software is becoming more and more important to the success of small businesses – from getting you started to giving ... [more]

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  • Mick Say

    Small Budget - BIG online IMPACT

    "If your business cannot be found online, then in the eyes of your customers your business will cease to exist".

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  • Nick Acaster

    Mass Marketing... With the Personal Touch

    Marketing to the masses is simple; making people believe you're targeting them personally is much tougher. Nick discusses the possibilities of persona... [more]

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  • Nick Williams

    Turn Your Business Into A Franchise!

    Want to expand, but unsure how? Well maybe franchising is the perfect method for you. A brief walk through each of the three main stages will provide ... [more]

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  • Patricia Clarke

    Starting Up - Planning and Financing Your Business

    If you are looking for finance for your business then this seminar is a must, Patricia will provide you with advice and guidance on how to work with y... [more]

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  • Paul Giles

    Raise your online business potential through the roof

    In this years show Paul will deliver a shrewd insight in to online business platforms and how to develop them to attract a higher page rank, realise m... [more]

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  • Richard Berry

    Direct Selling

    Looking for a part-time or full-time business opportunity?
    Have you considered Direct Selling? This seminar helps you understand more about what... [more]

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  • Rob Golding

    The Five Secrets of a Successful Business

    If you are already in business, just starting your business or simply thinking about starting a business, then you need to know the secrets of all suc... [more]

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  • Sara Burgess

    An Introduction to Community Interest Companies (C.I.C.s)

    Sara will provide an overview of community interest companies (CICs) including the key features of a CIC, the application process, the eligibility cri... [more]

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  • Simon Pither

    IT Masterclass : Never Waste Money On IT Again!

    Using tried and tested techniques, find out how to bypass survival and failure and ensure that your IT provides your business with a cost effective ba... [more]

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  • Sooraj Dhawan

    Starting/Expanding a Business in India

    Sooraj Dhawan will take you through the Indian market; country analysis, market entry, raising finance, who can supply it, and what help is available ... [more]

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  • Sophie Gold

    How To Trade The Markets Using Price.

    ’Its not just about the indicators’. The seminar will give you an insight into trading the markets using the forgotten principles of technical analysi... [more]

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  • Steve Bolton

    How to maximise returns from property to realise a 'best in class' business opportunity'

    Highlighting why property is such a tremendous wealth creation tool and outlining the high-return investment models operated by franchise partners ... [more]

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  • Stuart Carlisle

    Make The Internet Work For You!

    Websites are generally the first place people will look to find information about a business, and everything from its design to its content will have ... [more]

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  • Stuart Spice

    You've got a website, all you need now is visitors

    Chances are, you’ve got a website but finding it hard to attract those elusive visitors. Stuart will give you some useful tips and tricks to increase ... [more]

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  • Tania Chamma

    Virtual Shops: Start Profiting In 24 Hours!

    Tania introduces the tools necessary for creating your own online shop without any technical skills. Get your virtual store up and running in just 24 ... [more]

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  • Tanya Lang

    Dealing with Companies House

    Companies House has just embarked on the biggest change since 1844, with the introduction of the Companies Act 2006. This is a must see seminar for a... [more]

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  • Val Jelinic

    Can You Afford Not To Do Business In Europe?

    Well, can you? This is the place to make an informed decision. As the largest economic area in the world, find out if your business is right for Europ... [more]

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  • Zoe Brown

    Starting A Business From Home

    This workshop is ideal for anyone who is looking to start and grow their home based business. Designed specifically with this audience in mind, atten... [more]

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