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SUMMARY:ChatGPT 101: A Hands-On Experience to Boost Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join our bi-weekly drop-in session and receive tailored 1:1 expert support for harnessing the power of A.I. in your small to medium-sized business. \nWhy You Should Attend: \nRunning a business comes with its challenges. Whether it’s customer support\, operations\, or decision-making\, time is always of the essence. That’s where ChatGPT and A.I. can make a real difference. \nChatGPT can save you 100s of hours on research\, various administrative tasks\, marketing\, data analysis and more.  \nWhat You’ll Get: \n\nExpert Guidance: Our team will provide 1:1 support to help you integrate ChatGPT into your business processes.\nActionable Tips: Learn practical ways to deploy ChatGPT for customer support\, content creation\, marketing\, data analysis and more.\nNetwork: Connect with like-minded business owners who are also looking to streamline their operations with A.I.\nHands-On Experience: We won’t just tell you about ChatGPT\, we’ll show you. Get direct experience using A.I. to solve real-world business issues.\nVarious resources to help kick-off your journey using A.I. in your business\n\n  \nWho Is It For?\n\nSmall business owners looking to scale operations without the overhead.\nMedium-sized enterprises aiming to enhance customer engagement.\nManagers and team leads in search of productivity tools.\nMarketers interested in leveraging A.I. for content creation and customer outreach.\nAnyone who’s curious about implementing A.I. solutions but doesn’t know where to start.\n\nWhether you’re tech-savvy or a complete beginner\, our tailored 1:1 expert sessions will equip you with the know-how to integrate ChatGPT into your business strategy effectively. \nDownload ChatGPT before your sessions – https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt \n– Salford Innovation Form Team \n Our Team – https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/business-support/  \nSalford Innovation Forum offers purpose-built office space ranging from small offices to custom-built workspaces for up to 25 people; all with on-site business support\, reception services and links to the University of Salford. \n 
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/chatgpt-101-a-hands-on-experience-to-boost-your-business/
LOCATION:Salford Innovation Forum\, 51 Frederick Road\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, GB\, M6 6FP\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, M6 6FP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:From Zero to AI Hero: Harness the Power of AI
DESCRIPTION:From Zero to AI Hero: Harness the Power of ChatGPT for Unparalleled Success \nHarness the power of AI at the forefront of innovation at our exclusive seminar. \nFrom Zero to AI Hero: Leveraging ChatGPT for Explosive Business Growth. \nDiscover how the world’s leading businesses are harnessing the unmatched potential of AI\, particularly with tools like ChatGPT from OpenAI. \nThis transformative experience is designed to equip you with the insights and strategies to help stay ahead of today’s competitive landscape. \nBe a part of the AI revolution and get ready for a future of explosive growth. Join us and be ready to learn the art of AI. \nGuest Speaker: \nRobert Dixon \nA seasoned business leader and respected academic\, Robert excels in strategic management\, specialising in AI applications for business. With 25 years’ experience in both SME’s and blue-chip firms\, and over a decade in MBA education at Manchester Metropolitan University\, Robert merges theory with practice\, delivering cutting-edge insights and preparing both professionals and senior executives for the AI revolution. \nDixon Humphreys – AI Capability Partners: Consultancy and Training (Co-Founder) \nManchester Metropolitan University – Strategic Management MBA Programme (Unit Leader) \nDixonSpace – Enterprise and Innovation Centre in Greater Manchester (Founder) \nResearchBuddy.app – Produce and Academic Literature reviews on any subject (Co-Founder) \n  \nAgenda \n11:30 a.m. – 12 pm. Networking & Food \n12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Mastering AI-Generated Content for Massive Audience Engagement Workshop \n12.30 p.m. – 1 p.m. Q/A \n1:00 p.m. – 1.30 p.m. Networking and closing of the event \n  \nWho should attend? \n– Content Creators \n– Marketers \n– Business Owners \n– Digital Strategists \n– Anyone interested in understanding how AI can revolutionize content creation and marketing strategies \nLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/events/7109912965365063681/comments/  \nEventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-zero-to-ai-hero-leveraging-chatgpt-for-explosive-business-growth-tickets-722044964927?aff=oddtdtcreator  \nWe look Forward to seeing you there. \n– Salford Innovation Form Team \n Our Team – https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/business-support/  \nSalford Innovation Forum offers purpose-built office space ranging from small offices to custom-built workspaces for up to 25 people; all with on-site business support\, reception services and links to the University of Salford.
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/from-zero-to-ai-hero/
LOCATION:Salford Innovation Forum\, 51 Frederick Road\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, GB\, M6 6FP\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, M6 6FP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Strong Together: Community Business Event
DESCRIPTION:I wanted to invite you to our May Strong Together: Community Business Event in at Salford Innovation Forum. This meetup is designed to connect businesses based at Salford Innovation Forum with anyone outside our ecosystem\, help address existing challenges\, and provide opportunities. \nWe have a range of businesses in different categories at the centre\, from start-ups to large corporations operating in various areas\, including; Marketing\, Manufacturing\, Supply Chain\, B2B SaaS\, E-commerce\, Education\, Charities\, Recruitment and more. \nBreakfast will be provided for anyone attending the event with a selection of pastries\, tea and coffee. \nDuring a short 30-minute session\, you’ll be able to: \n\n\n\nBuild connections and partnerships within SIF\nShare your challenges and get support\nPromote your business and increase visibility\nExpand your knowledge of customer acquisition and marketing\nStay up-to-date with trends\nAccess talent (universities and more)\nAccess finance (angel investment\, debt funding\, grants and more)\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about the event\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us about the Strong Together: Community Business Event \nDate: 30th May\, Tuesday \nTime: 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.  \nLocation: Salford Innovation Forum – Open area\, downstairs reception \nagrzybowski@oxin.co.uk \nLink – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stronger-together-community-business-event-tickets-625164914087
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/strong-together-community-business-event/
LOCATION:Salford Innovation Forum\, 51 Frederick Road\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, GB\, M6 6FP\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, M6 6FP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Founders Investor Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:Founders Investor Connect Event\n\n\n\n\nAn event for early-stage tech businesses to learn and connect with investors is being held in Salford on the 10th of November. \nThe event\, which is being hosted by Salford Innovation Forum and Oxford Innovation Space\, will see a number of high-profile investors from across the UK come together to offer advice and support to early-stage businesses. \nThe event will offer a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to get first-hand advice from some of the UK’s most successful tech investors and network with like-minded individuals. \nThere is a high demand for this event\, so sign-up to secure your place today. \nPlease note: this is an event targeted at start-ups/scaleups and the organisers reserve the right of admission\n\nEvent Outline\n3.30 p.m. – 4 p.m. – Registration & Reception \n4:00 p.m. – 4:40 p.m. – Keynote from Dominic McGregor\, Founding Partner at Fearless Adventures. \n4:40 p.m. – 5:10 p.m. – Learning from experienced investors: an expert panel of investors shares practical advice on fundraising and scaling tech companies. \n5:10 p.m. – 5.30 p.m. – The start-up/scale-up eco-system of Salford: a speech from Paul Dainty\, Mayor of Salford City\, on the institutions and support structures that exist to support the enterprise eco-system of Salford Innovation District. \n5.30 p.m. – 6.30 p.m. – Networking \n\nMeet Our Speakers\nDominic McGregor\nFounding Partner at Fearless Adventures\nFrom dropping out of University to taking Social Chain to the public markets in 6 years\, Dom has experience in navigating the challenges that come with building a successful business. As co-founder and COO of Social Chain\, Dom oversaw the phenomenal rise of the business\, expanding through investments and acquisitions across EMEA and North America\, culminating in a public market listing. \nRichard Cooper\nManaging Director of Oxford Innovation Finance\nRichard\, is the Managing Director of OION Ltd. He has been working with early-stage companies for the past twenty years\, both in the UK and Australia\, in both a funding and business advisory capacity. \nPaul Dennett\nCity Mayor of Salford\nPaul was elected Councillor for Langworthy in 2012 and held the Strategic Assistant Mayor position until 2016 focusing on equalities\, cohesion\, technology\, change\, urban transformation\, innovation\, prosperity\, growth and workforce. \n\nFollow the link to reserve a place for the event \nFounders Investors Connect Event Tickets\, Thu 10 Nov 2022 at 15:30 | Eventbrite
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/founders-investor-connect-event/
LOCATION:Salford Innovation Forum\, 51 Frederick Road\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, GB\, M6 6FP\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, M6 6FP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Manchester Tech Festival 2022
DESCRIPTION:About: \nJoin Tech Manchester Festival’s Investment Event featuring the region’s most exciting startups\, leading venture capitalist firms and angel investors\, sharing their insights on how to secure early-stage investment. \nThe event will be divided into two parts: \nPart One – will involve a discussion between investors on how to secure investment. \nThis session provides attendees with: \nPractical advice on raising early-stage investment for NorthWest based businesses.\nInsider knowledge on fundraising.\nOpportunity to ask questions and connect with investment community. \nPart Two will involve three live pitches from founders looking to secure an investment. \nIf you’d like to pitch at the event\, please following below link: \nhttps://vbomxjfk9jl.typeform.com/to/EXSl7ynB \nDetails: \nMonday the 17h – Friday the 21st of October \nIn-person \nVenue – Victoria Baths
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/manchester-tech-festival-2022/
LOCATION:Victoria baths\, Heathersage road M13 0FE\, Manchester\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:#HereForBusiness: Making Sense of the Energy
DESCRIPTION:About: \nThe GC Business Growth Hub is launching a series of webinars for businesses to help them navigate the energy crisis. This is part of a wider package of support to help businesses manage the increasing cost of doing business. \nThe first event takes place at 9am on Tuesday 11 October\, and will focus on the government’s six-month Energy Bill Relief Scheme\, what the scheme means for businesses\, what happens after six months\, and what steps businesses can take to reduce energy consumption. \nChair Steve Connor\, Net Zero Lead at the Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership\, will be joined by panelists from Cornwall Insights\, the Utilities Intermediaries Association and the Business Growth Hub. \nThe session is open for all business leaders and those interested in the impact of energy prices on organisations. \nThis will be followed by a second webinar on Tuesday 18 October which will focus on what businesses can do to reduce energy costs. Both webinars are open to all businesses and sectors across the country. \nOur #HereForBusiness digital hub provides businesses with the latest news\, and resources to help businesses understand the current crisis\, and to access practical support that is available.  As the Account Manager in Salford\, my role is to connect you into the wider support available from BGH\, The Council\, Salford University & colleges and to eco network that exists across Salford.  Happy to have a 1-1 discussion about anything you need within the business. \nDetails: \nTuesday the 11th of October \nOnline
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/hereforbusiness-making-sense-of-the-energy/
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SUMMARY:Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
DESCRIPTION:About: \n  \nDetails: \n9 a.m. – 9.30 a.m. Reception\, Coffee\, Tea and Snacks \n9.30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Presentation from Guest Speaker \n10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Networking \nWednesday\, June 15th\, 2022 \nIn-person \nVenue – Salford Innovation Forum\, Fredrick Road\, Salford M6 6FP
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/greater-manchester-chamber-of-commerce/
LOCATION:Salford Innovation Forum\, 51 Frederick Road\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, GB\, M6 6FP\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, M6 6FP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Business Innovation Networking
DESCRIPTION:About \nBusinesses do not start or grow in isolation – networking is essential for any business owner\, entrepreneur\, or beginner in this field. \nAnd this is exactly what we encourage you to do in this entrepreneur networking event/meetup/ – to network and develop lasting business connections. \nWHAT TO EXPECT FROM THIS BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT \nCome and meet the brilliant entrepreneurs\, business owners\, and industry experts \nCreate valuable connections. \nGet to know the latest trends and fresh ideas in business\, tech and entrepreneurship which may take your business to the next level. \nDetails: \n9 a.m. – 9.30 a.m. Reception\, Coffee\, Tea and Snacks \n9.30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Presentation from Guest Speaker \n10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Networking \nTuesday\, May 24th\, 2022 \nIn-person \nVenue – Salford Innovation Forum\, Fredrick Road\, Salford M6 6FP
URL:https://www.salfordinnovationforum.co.uk/event/business-innovation-networking/
LOCATION:Salford Innovation Forum\, 51 Frederick Road\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, GB\, M6 6FP\, Salford\, Greater Manchester\, M6 6FP\, United Kingdom
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