In this webinar, Mark Bernard, director of The Ruppell Club, offers insights into the fundamentals of building a focused and energetic business plan.

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, director of The Ruppell Club, offers key insights into the fundamentals of building a focused and energetic plan, and positioning yourself for success. He also shares his experiences so far as a

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Key insights into the fundamentals of building a focused and energetic plan, and positioning yourself for success.

Danny is the founder of Short Story Ventures, a venture studio that helps early-stage founders build a fundable startup brand. He is an investor, adviser and director of Founder Institute, the world&apos;s largest pre-seed startup accelerator.
&quot;I believe the best way to be the change we want to see in the world, is to create it through meaningful ventures.&quot;

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I&apos;m a <a href=&apos;https://danmartinuk.com/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>freelance journalist and event host</a> who helps small businesses and the organisations that support them. I&apos;m also Enterprise Nation&apos;s news reporter and Bristol Local Leader.
I have 20 years of experience as a small business journalist having interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs from famous names like Sir Richard Branson and Deborah Meaden to the founders behind brand new start-ups.
I&apos;ve worked for a range of leading small business publications and support groups, most recently as head of content at Enterprise Nation where I was responsible for the prolific output of content on the company&apos;s blog and social media. I now freelance for Enterprise Nation as the website&apos;s <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/business-news&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>news reporter</a> and as the host of the <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/podcast&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Small Business sessions podcast</a>.
I&apos;m based in Bristol where I run and host regular events with the local small business community in my role as Enterprise Nation&apos;s Local Leader for Bristol. I also have strong connections with other major business organisations in the south west region.
In total, I&apos;ve hosted over 100 events including conferences with an audience of hundreds for international brands like Xero and Facebook and live web chats from inside 10 Downing Street.
With my partner, I co-run <a href=&apos;https://www.lifestyledistrict.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Lifestyle District</a>, a lifestyle blog focused on culture, art, theatre and photography.

Freelance content creator & event host

Budget 2021

This year’s Budget on 3 March is a big one with chancellor Rishi Sunak due to announce an update on business support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join this group to discuss the latest Budget news and share what you would like to see included in the speech.

Hi
I&apos;m Elisa, Growth Manager for <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Peach Loves Digital</a>.
We blend creativity, marketing &amp; technologies so clients can flourish in an age of digital transformation.
We&apos;re a tech company with a sprinkle of difference! We behave as an agency but combine the rigor of an MSP to provide a fearless cutting-edge and centrailised solution to our clients. Our specialisms are, Digital, Design, Marketing, Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, and Security.
We have also created a dedicated small business offering called <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/collections/small-business-marketing-service&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Wizzyl</a> which contains the services required for start-ups and small businesses to get ahead.
<ul>
<li>Within our Wizzyl offering you can build your website completely free of charge <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/create-a-free-website&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>click here</a>, to save a minimum of £650.</li>
<li>We can build a Wizzyl website for you for £650 by clicking <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/built-for-you-ecommerce&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>click here</a> depending on the brief.</li>
<li>We can build an E-commerce Wizzyl website for £800 by clicking <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/built-for-you-ecommerce&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>click here</a> depending on the brief.</li>
<li>You can take advantage of a local business SEO tool <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/pld-local-business-seo-tool?selling_plan=1148223658&variant=43303821770922&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>click here</a> that provides a centralised location for your channels such as social media, Google Business, Waze, Uber, and more (50+ channels) from one place, the tool is free for 30 days and is only £14.99 after.</li>
<li>You can take advantage of our Wizzyl micro retainers that cover, <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/wizzyl-design-package&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>design</a>, <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/social-media-package&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>social media</a>, <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/advert-design-package&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>advertising</a>, and digital marketing for £399 per month, or you can combine multiple micro retainers to receive discounts, plus there is no long-term contract to sign, we roll the agreement monthly for Wizzyl customers.</li>
<li>You create a Wizzyl Business email account for £3.99 per month, <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/products/wizzyl-business-email?selling_plan=1178239146&variant=44608566591658&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>click here</a></li>
<li>You can also take advantage of a range of hosting packages and support and maintenance, <a href=&apos;https://www.peachlovesdigital.co.uk/collections/small-business-marketing-service&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>click here</a></li>
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Can&apos;t wait to meet you and understand any requirements you may have, we are here to help whether a start-up or SME. We also have a special scheme for start-ups, we pick three companies every 6 months and provide a free website and mentorship from our CEO.&nbsp;
Elisa&nbsp;

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Boost your brand, maximise your marketing, and streamline your development whilst ensuring reliable hosting and expert support. Our digital agency approach combines with tech innovation to provide the best digital solutions for your business.

I&apos;m an award-winning freelance digital marketing strategist with a laser focus on helping businesses to leverage the power of social media to grow.
??Proven Track Record
I have experience of working with some of the world&apos;s most renowned brands. I&apos;ve led the social strategy and increased the digital footprint of businesses like Mars, Ineos Grenadier, Seagate, Arla Dairy, Capri-Sun, Warner Bros Discovery, and many more. I&apos;ve navigated the ever-evolving digital landscape, consistently driving exceptional results and achieving measurable success for my clients across all social channels.
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I&apos;m a seasoned Social Media Strategist with over a decade of experience in crafting compelling digital narratives that not only captivate audiences but also drive tangible results. I offer innovative digital strategies focused on delivering ROI and go beyond achieving vanity metrics such as followers and engagements.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Leveraging my experience, data-driven insights, and market trends, I craft bespoke strategies that align with your brand&apos;s unique identity and goals. Whether it&apos;s increasing brand awareness, driving website traffic, or boosting sales, I devise roadmaps that ensure your social media presence is achieving your wider marketing and business objectives. From channel audits to crafting compelling social media campaigns that generate buzz and engagement, I can take your social media channels to the next level!

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I&apos;m an award-winning freelance digital marketing strategist with a laser focus on helping businesses to leverage the power of social media to grow.
📈Proven Track Record
I have experience of working with some of the world&apos;s most renowned brands. I&apos;ve led the social strategy and increased the digital footprint of businesses like Mars, Ineos Grenadier, Seagate, Arla Dairy, Capri-Sun, Warner Bros Discovery, and many more. I&apos;ve navigated the ever-evolving digital

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