Managing business expenses isn’t just about saving money, it’s about understanding your financial story.

, gives you practical guidance on what you can claim, how to track it effectively and how to avoid common pitfalls.

Whether you're a freelancer or running a growing business, you'll learn how to approach expenses with more clarity and confidence.

, a firm dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized businesses.

With over 20 years of experience in accounting and business management, Arber helps clients achieve three essential outcomes: a more efficient business, a more profitable business and most importantly, a business that’s a joy to run.

Enterprise Nation is the UK's most active small business network, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business.

 to get everything you need to start and grow your small business, in one place.

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I am Arber, founder and managing director of Seven Eleven Accountants. I have over 20 years of experience in accounting and business management.
Over the years, apart from looking after my clients, I have also set up and developed many businesses; some became successful and some failed, but regardless, all of them have given me experience and knowledge in order to overcome obstacles in the world of business.
After successfully setting up, growing and then selling my previous accounting firm, I decided to set up <a href=&apos;https://711.accountants/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Seven Eleven Accountants</a>, dedicated to work only with small and medium sized businesses.

Founder-Director

Business expenses – what can you claim?

Guidance on which business expenses you can claim, how to track them effectively and avoid common pitfalls.

Taxes can be overwhelming, but they don’t have to be.

 breaks down the key elements of the UK tax system and explains the impact different taxes have on your business.

Learn why understanding tax is essential for healthy cash flow and long-term success. Plus, gain practical tips from James to help you stay compliant and in control.

James brings over 15 years of corporate finance experience to help small business owners feel informed and in control of their finances.

He specialises in making finances and tax simple and stress-free. His goal is to empower business owners with the knowledge they need to grow their businesses sustainably and with confidence.

I provide personalised 1-2-1 financial support to small businesses like yours to help you achieve your ambitions. This support ranges from getting basic compliance right by implementing as simple processes as possible, through to creating financial business plans with regular advisory support to ensure the plans are achieved. Finances can seem daunting to many, but I will act as your adviser to support your understanding of them and ensure you are focussed on what is most important for you.

Chartered Management Accountant

Small business taxes: What do you have to pay?

A breakdown of the UK tax system and the impact different taxes can have on your small business.

Discover how illegal moneylenders may be targeting small to medium businesses with an offer of ‘easy and quick’ loans.

This session is led by a LIAISE officer for the 

. They are dedicated to raising awareness about the risks of using illegal money lenders and support people who may have borrowed.

Enterprise Nation has helped thousands of people start and grow their businesses. Enterprise Nation connects you to the resources and expertise to help you succeed.

Protecting your business from loan sharks and business debts

Learn about illegal money lenders who target small businesses with an offer of ‘easy and quick’ loans.

Whether you're a sole trader or a company director, preparing for your business year-end doesn't have to be stressful.

In this Lunch and Learn, chartered certified accountant 

 provides some key pointers so you can make the process smoother and avoid unexpected tax bills. 

He shares five tips to make you confident and ready for your accountant to work on your accounts and taxes.

Nathan is a chartered certified accountant with over 10 years of experience in the field. He specialises in helping new businesses get their financial footing.

From bookkeeping to tax planning, Nathan has you covered. His goal is to make the financial side of your business as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on what you do best.

I’m a chartered certified accountant with over 10 years of experience in the field. I specialise in helping new businesses get their financial footing. From bookkeeping to tax planning, I&apos;ve got you covered. My goal is to make the financial side of your business as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on what you do best.

Head of Statutory Accounts

Financial planning workshop

Preparing for your business year-end doesn't have to be stressful. Here's how to make the process smoother.

 shares how to take control of your business finances using Mike Michalowicz’s revolutionary profit-first system. She explains simple yet effective strategies to prioritise profit, gain control over your cash flow and confidently grow your business.

Whether you’re struggling with cash flow management or looking to build a more profitable business, this session provides actionable steps to ensure financial success no matter what size of business you currently have.

Amelia is a certified business strategist, profit-first coach and accounting technician with over 16 years of experience in finance in family-run businesses and large corporations like Apple. She is also a founding franchisee and partner of 

Enterprise Nation is the UK's most active small business network, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. 

offers email and digital marketing tools that make it easy for your small business or nonprofit to get the attention and revenue it deserves. Constant Contact has joined Lunch and Learn to share its extensive marketing expertise.

Amelia McNamara has over 16 years of experience in accounting roles across multiple sectors, having worked for small family-run businesses and large multinationals.
In 2022, Amelia faced a pivotal moment in her career. With the arrival of her first child, she was confronted with the choice between her professional aspirations and the precious time she could spend with her daughter. Having experienced the loss of her mother at a young age, she understood the value of family time. This profound realization led her to step away from the security of her corporate job and embark on the challenging yet rewarding journey of entrepreneurship, founding her own business to create a life that aligned with her values.
Amelia&apos;s professional journey is marked by significant achievements. She is Ireland’s first Certified Profit First Professional, a testament to her expertise in financial management. She is the proud owner and operator of Graceful Accounting, a bespoke bookkeeping practice she founded to assist business owners with their finance functions. This innovative approach to accounting has been recognized, with Graceful Accounting being named a finalist in the Irish Xero awards category “Emerging Firm of the Year” in its very first year.
Originally from London, Amelia lives in Cork with her husband and two daughters. Amelia is a qualified Accounting Technician with a bachelor&apos;s degree in accounting. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and travelling.

Director

How to put your profit first

Master your finances with the profit-first system, prioritising profit and controlling cash flow for lasting success.

Knowledge is power. Nowhere is this truer than in the world of business, where your ability to interpret and act on your numbers can mean the difference between stagnation and prosperity.

, CEO of Steer Your Business, dives into how understanding your numbers can propel your profits to new heights.

She also shares how mastering business metrics can enable you to make strategic decisions with assurance.

Sally worked in the House of Commons for over 25 years. Her last role before early retirement was as a business manager in the Department for Information Services.

This involved working on business plans, annual reviews, managing a budget of £22 million and designing and managing a balanced scorecard for the board of directors.

As well as working with owners, Sally has a second business, Reverse The Tide. It is designed to support and promote others while raising awareness of the environmental issues that affect us all.

Why knowing your numbers helps increase your profits

Learn the skill of understanding your numbers so you can act and make a profit.

Pricing is one of the key parts of running a successful product business.

Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your pricing strategy, this workshop, led by 

, is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to price your products in a way that supports your brand, attracts your ideal customers and ensures you're making the profit you need.

Nicole is an award-winning retail consultant with over 20 years of experience in the industry, having worked as a buyer with blue-chip companies, such as Primark and M&S, across multi-product categories from bras to beauty.

Nicole specialises in guiding businesses through the intricacies of starting up, strategy, sourcing and product development.

Pricing your products for profit

Learn how to price your products in a way that attracts your ideal customers and ensures you're making the profit you need.

Are you unintentionally driving customers away?

In this practical and fast-paced Lunch and Learn, customer experience specialist 

 shares five common customer experience (CX) mistakes small businesses make and how to resolve them quickly, simply and affordably.

Packed with real-world examples and immediate takeaways, this session will show how small improvements in colleague behaviour and customer interactions can create bigger loyalty, sales and smiles for your customers and your bank account.

Mark is a customer experience specialist and founder of RetailCX, helping businesses turn everyday service into serious sales growth. With a retail, service and hospitality training background, Mark works with businesses to transform colleague behaviours, improve customer loyalty and create experiences that drive commercial success.

Helping retailers and service businesses boost customer loyalty and revenue through exceptional customer experiences.

Founder

Five customer experience mistakes and how to fix them

Get a clear understanding of the top CX mistakes businesses make and how to resolve them quickly and affordably.

In today’s fiercely competitive market, strictly adhering to a well-defined sales process isn’t just important – it’s essential for securing the long-term success of your business.

 breaks down each stage of the sales process, highlighting the unique value every step brings. Discover how mastering this process can significantly boost your sales and drive greater

Paul is a business development consultant. He started his business improvement consultancy by using his skills, experience, and knowledge gathered over 30 successful years working with sales and management teams in global and national businesses to optimise performance and profitability.

My objective is to help you increase your success, whatever that means to you in your business and life.

Who Do I Help? 
Startups & SMEs, like you in B2B, Manufacturing & Engineering businesses grow faster by increasing profitable sales while improving efficiencies and productivity.
How? 
I use my proven Mentoring, Coaching & Training skills to help you plan and implement strategies for growth.
Who Am I?
 I started my Business Improvement Consultancy by using my skills, experience and knowledge gathered from over thirty successful years working with sales and management teams in global and national businesses to optimise performance and profitability.

My Belief: To develop and grow your business consistently, customers must be the focus of everything you do.
Accreditations: FISM (Fellow of the Institute of Sales Management)
Mentor: Government&apos;s Help to Grow: Management Course.
My Values: Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Capability and Quality Relationships.

Business Development Consultant

Understanding the sales process from start to finish

I am a sales coach, mentor & trainer helping businesses to . I  believe that if you want your business to grow, your customers must be the focus of everything that you do, through the continuous improvement of your people, processes & profits

Learn how a well-defined sales process can significantly boost your sales and drive greater profitability.

Many businesses struggle with scattered customer data, inefficient processes and missed sales opportunities – often realising too late that they need a CRM.

, he cuts through the noise and provides clear, actionable advice on when to implement a CRM and how to choose the right one for your business. 

Whether you're a growing start-up or an established company looking to streamline operations, this session will help you make an informed decision.

, helping small and medium-sized businesses streamline processes, automate workflows and get real value from their CRM systems.

With over 12 years of experience in CRM implementation, automation and sales training, he makes complex technology simple and practical.

Specialising in Salesforce, HubSpot, Monday.com and HaloCRM, Scott tailors CRM solutions to fit real business needs – helping teams cut down on manual work, improve reporting and get their systems working for them, not against them.

Scott Reynolds is a CRM expert and the founder of SaaS Success, a consultancy dedicated to helping businesses simplify, streamline, and scale using Salesforce and HubSpot. With over 12 years of experience, Scott has worked with companies of all sizes, from micro-businesses to multi-million-pound enterprises, ensuring their CRM systems work for them—not against them.
Scott specialises in demystifying CRM and AI-powered automation, helping businesses overcome inefficiencies, low adoption rates, and reporting challenges. His human-centric approach focuses on creating tailored solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing operations, empowering teams to work smarter, not harder.
At SaaS Success, Scott and his team take a collaborative and goal-driven approach, ensuring that technology supports business growth rather than becoming a burden. Whether it&apos;s CRM implementation, optimisation, or AI-driven workflow automation, Scott helps companies achieve measurable results with simplicity and clarity.
📍 Based in the UK | 🚀 CRM Strategy | 🔧 Salesforce &amp; HubSpot Expert | 🤖 AI &amp; Automation | 📊 Data-Driven Decision Making

When is the right time to start using a CRM?

Receive clear, actionable advice on when to implement a CRM and how to choose the right one.

, integrated marketing director at TikTok Shop UK, outlines key tools for success – from shoppable videos to LIVE shopping to affiliate sales – to help you get a strong start in your first month on the platform.

By merging entertainment and shopping, TikTok Shop creates a seamless journey from inspiration to checkout – all within one app. This cohesive, uninterrupted shopping experience drives higher engagement, making it simpler and more effective for users to shop and for brands to succeed.

Whether you're a global brand or a small business, TikTok Shop offers a unique opportunity to turn discovery into commercial success!

Lunch and Learn - TikTok shop

How to start selling successfully on TikTok Shop

Learn essential tools like shoppable videos, LIVE shopping and affiliate sales to succeed on TikTok Shop!

, will help you to create your personalised, predictable lead generation system to make more sales on social media in 2025.

Laura is the founder of Brutal Marketing and is a trusted sales, marketing and social media mentor to experts (especially other marketers), selling their services globally online.

Having grown her social media to 23,000 people, she has a proven track record and a six-step strategy for increasing visibility, followers and sales on social media, so that business owners can grow (and feel good in) their business.

Laura has worked globally as a people expert for FTSE companies, owned multiple businesses, was a finalist in the StartUp Awards and was voted one of the most inspirational female entrepreneurs of 2023 by F:Entrepreneur, a campaign run by Small Business Britain.

I&apos;m both an entrepreneur and certified Positive Psychology Coach, passionate about coaching business owners in strategy, performance and wellbeing. I pair my expertise of what makes people thrive from a happiness, performance, productivity and wellbeing perspective, with my expertise of launching 3 online businesses in product and service industries. If you want support in reaching your peak performance, creating your business strategy and being visible online without burning out, get in touch. 

Business and Mindset Coach

How personalised lead generation can help with sales

Discover the one thing that guarantees leads online.

Storytelling, pitching and presenting are key skills for anyone in business.

Using the insight gained from the many successful training courses he's run over the years, 

 shares top tips for improving your skills and becoming a more compelling and persuasive communicator.

Tony is a professional marketing and communication expert with a track record working for entrepreneurs, major brands and large and listed companies in the UK and internationally.

He created Pitch Factory in 2013 to focus on helping businesspeople become more compelling and persuasive communicators.

Tony is a professional marketing and communication expert with a track record working for entrepreneurs, major brands and large and listed companies in the UK and internationally. He created Pitch Factory in 2013 to focus on helping businesspeople to become more compelling and persuasive communicators. He helps them to develop and refine the way they take their business to market; supports them throughout the business development process to win contracts and funding; creates compelling content for the web, social media and marketing collateral; and through training helps them so become more confident and impactful presenters at pitches, and at business networking events. He delivers a stronger proposition and marketing strategy to help you reach your target market and achieve your business goals, will help you to produce a winning Pitch Strategy, and fluent and compelling proposal documents and presentations, content that communicates your real value to clients for your website, social media campaigning and marcoms; and runs Presentation Skills Training, Business Storytelling training and helps businesspeople to create a punchy Elevator Pitch for business networking, exhibitions and trade missions.

Managing Director

How to write a compelling business story

Tips to improve your communication skills and help you become a more persuasive communicator.

Publicity is a highly important part of developing your business.

Whether you're a small or a growing business, you'll want to grow your reputation, get customers' attention and give them a good impression of your services and products.

in this Lunch and Learn, Soundbite Media's 

 shares some PR best practice and explains how public relations can help grow your business.

Louise is a two-time award-winning marketing and communications specialist with over 20 years of experience. She has developed her expertise working with great brands, such as BBC, Superdrug, HSBC, Nationwide Building Society and Prince’s Trust.

In her pursuit to upskill and empower others, Louise has launched 14 different downloadable PR and marketing toolkit resources.

Louise is on a mission to encourage businesses to promote who they are and what they do using marketing, communications and public relations tools and techniques.
She is a proud two time award winning marketing and communications specialist with over 20 years’ experience.
She has developed her expertise working with great brands such as BBC, Superdrug, HSBC, Nationwide Building Society, Prince’s Trust.
<a href=&apos;https://soundbitemedia.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f13a354b1fdbc32146300c555&id=564abdc005&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Subscribe to her newsletter for the best business marketing and communication tips</a>
In her pursuit to upskill and empower others, Louise launched <a href=&apos;https://soundbitemedia.co.uk/toolkits/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>14 different downloadable PR and marketing toolkit resources.</a>
From working in call centres and with penguins (not at the same time), arranging for a 104 year to be arrested (for fun) and being a firefighter for a day - she’s done it all and she’s not finished yet…
<ul>
<li>Read about her work and ways she support you via the <a href=&apos;https://soundbitemedia.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Soundbite Media website </a></li>
<li>Read Louise’s blog <a href=&apos;https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/self-employed-stories-7156970726275600384&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>‘self-employed stories’</a> on LinkedIn for honest and insighful perspective on being your own boss!</li>
</ul>
Get in touch to ask Louise about marketing, communications and PR tips to help your business flourish!

Marketing communications specialist

What is PR and why is it vital for your business?

Discover how to build your reputation and make a great first impression of your services and products.

In this Lunch and Learn, strategic growth designer 

 inspires you to connect your inner strengths, values and unique stories to your customer-facing brand.

By aligning who you are with how you present themselves online, you can create a powerful, authentic brand that resonates with your ideal clients and grows your business.

Lucy is a strategic growth designer who helps entrepreneurs position themselves as the go-to expert in their field with branding and websites designed to accelerate growth.

Whether her clients are stepping out of the corporate world or levelling up an established business, she combines strategy, design and digital marketing know-how to create online presences that convert.

How to build a brand that attracts your ideal clients

Learn how to create a powerful, authentic brand that resonates with your ideal clients and grows your business.

Your brand already exists. The question is: are you shaping it – or letting the world shape it for you?

, learn that your brand is not a logo – it’s the feeling people get when they hear your name, it's the story told when you're not in the room and it's either working for you or against you.

Discover how to manage the perception of your brand and connect with your audience on a human level.

Barbara is a brand strategist and designer, a harmonious rebel, who helps bold, purpose-led businesses break the mould, uncover their truth and build sustainable and human-centric brands that speak with soul and spark change that lasts.

Spark Transformation Beyond Boundaries
We ignite the heart and soul of your business. By fusing creative brand strategy with sustainable, human centric design, to craft change into a force that is distinctive, truthful and transformative.

Brand Strategist and Designer

Managing your small business's brand perception

Learn why your brand is important to your business and how to connect with your audience on a human level.

Most new business owners think branding starts with a logo. But without the deeper foundations in place – your brand’s core – it becomes difficult to connect, stand out or grow in a meaningful way.

 shares the essential elements every brand needs before investing in design. Whether you’re just starting or considering a rebrand, you’ll walk away with clarity and confidence around what actually makes a brand work.

Expect honest insights, practical takeaways and a refreshing perspective on what branding is really about.

Roberta is the founder and creative director of Core & Form, a Dublin-based brand and web design studio helping purpose-driven founders and businesses build aligned, lasting brands.

With nearly 20 years of experience and a background in communications design and digital marketing, Roberta combines strategy and creativity through her signature Core & Form method – bringing clarity, depth and visual excellence to every project.

Roberta Rechena is the founder and creative director of Core &amp; Form™—a Dublin-based brand and web design studio with a global outlook and Portuguese roots. With over 18 years of experience across corporate, creative, and strategic fields, she brings a calm, thoughtful approach to every project—partnering with early-stage founders and scaling businesses to build brands that are deeply aligned, visually distinct, and ready for growth.
Her journey into design began with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications Design (2000–2005), followed by a Diploma in Digital Marketing (2019)—a combination that reflects the unique blend of strategic thinking and creative expression she brings to her work. Before founding her studio, Roberta worked in the IT and Pharma industries, where she developed the structured, people-focused mindset she now applies to her design process.
In 2020, she launched Core &amp; Form™ (formerly byRoberta) from a small corner of her living room—a bold leap from corporate into purpose-led design. Since then, she’s partnered with over 100 brands around the world, helping each one bridge the gap between what they stand for and how they show up.
Her process is guided by the Core &amp; Form™ method:
• The Core is the brand’s foundation—its purpose, values, voice, and positioning.
• The Form brings that to life—through identity, online presence, and cohesive design systems.
By connecting the two, Roberta helps founders shape brands that resonate, differentiate, and endure. Her clients often say they feel seen, supported, and grounded throughout the process—not just handed visuals, but given clarity and confidence to move forward.
Now working between studios in Dublin and Lisbon, Roberta continues to draw daily inspiration from the sea, nature, and stories of transformation. She believes design should reflect who you are, invite trust, and lead with purpose.
Feel free to connect with Roberta on Linkedin <a href=&apos;https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertarechena/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertarechena/</a>, Instagram <a href=&apos;https://instagram.com/designbyroberta&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://instagram.com/designbyroberta</a> and visit my website <a href=&apos;https://coreandformdesign.com&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://coreandformdesign.com</a>

Brand and Web Designer

Why branding is more than just a visual identity

Find out what branding really means, why it's more than just a visual identity and how to build a brand that connects.

Telling your brand story effectively is crucial to connect with your audience and stand out.

, founder of Soundbite Media, explains how you can transform your brand story into a powerful tool for engagement and growth.

Louise shares five techniques and tools to help you craft a compelling brand narrative that you can use in your real-life interactions and the digital world.

Five techniques for telling your brand story

Learn how to transform your brand story into a powerful tool for engagement and growth.

In this Lunch and Learn, Laura Newbold Breen, CEO of 

, discusses the intellectual property (IP) rights of trademarks, what they are, how to register one and how they can benefit your business and brand.

Laura joined ACID as chief operating officer in December 2023 and, in June 2024, was promoted to the role of CEO.

Prior to ACID, Laura was head of legal at Magmatic Ltd, the former owner of the Trunki brand. Working closely with Rob Law MBE, Laura pioneered a resourceful approach to brand protection.

She became the manager responsible for all aspects of IP and served as product compliance manager, making sure the company's products met safety legislation throughout the globe.

Laura is passionate about UK manufacturers, designers and SMEs and is especially committed to supporting them as they navigate the never-ending complexities of IP and business needs.

Everything you need to know about trademarks

Learn why having a trademark could be beneficial to your brand and business.

Is your business set up for long-term success?

, discover the top legal tips every entrepreneur needs to know! From sorting out your equity structure with co-founders to securing your company and domain names, we show you how to stay compliant, put the right contracts in place and protect your intellectual property (IP) from day one.

Patricia is a start-up and SME lawyer known for making legal concepts easy to understand. With a strong background in corporate law and as the founder of SuLe, a cutting-edge legal platform, she has guided numerous UK start-ups through their legal journeys, from incorporation to successful exits.

Her expertise spans contracts, fundraising strategies and company structuring, delivering tailored, practical advice to meet the unique challenges start-ups face.

Hey there! 👋 I&apos;m Patricia Wing, your go-to startup and SME lawyer with a knack for turning legal jargon into plain English. With a background in corporate law and a successful business ventures under my belt, I&apos;ve got the street smarts and the legal chops to help your business thrive.
Whether you&apos;re just starting out and need help with incorporation, navigating the maze of contracts and agreements, or strategising for that big fundraising round, I&apos;ve got your back. I&apos;ve worked with countless UK startups, guiding them from the early stages all the way to successful exits.
But I&apos;m not your typical stuffy lawyer. I&apos;m passionate about making legal support accessible and empowering for startups like yours. That&apos;s why I&apos;m on a mission to build a legal hub tailored specifically for startups across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East—because every business deserves top-notch legal advice without breaking the bank.
So, if you&apos;re ready to take your startup to the next level and want a legal partner who speaks your language and understands your vision, let&apos;s chat! Whether it&apos;s contracts, fundraising, or anything in between, I&apos;m here to help you navigate the legal landscape and turn your dreams into reality.

Top legal tips for entrepreneurs

Understand key compliance steps, essential contracts and how to secure your company and domain names.

Intellectual property (IP) is at the heart of every business, whether you’re starting up, long-established, lone, micro or SME.

Watch this session, hosted by Emma Jones, founder of Enterprise Nation, to learn about the basics of IP rights, why they are so important for your designs, brands and businesses, and how 

 can help you unlock the infinite potential of IP.

ACID has been operating for over 25 years and supports designers and creatives to ensure their work is not copied or imitated.

Laura Newbold Breen joined ACID as chief operating officer in December 2023 and, in June 2024, was promoted to the role of CEO.

Prior to ACID, Laura was head of legal at Magmatic Ltd, the former owner of the Trunki brand. Working closely with Rob Law MBE, Laura pioneered a resourceful approach to brand protection, becoming the manager responsible for all aspects of IP and having responsibility for the roles of product compliance manager, ensuring product compliance with safety legislation throughout the globe.

Intellectual property (IP) explained

Learn about the basics of IP rights and why they are so important for your designs, brands and businesses.

 reveals the top five legal mistakes every entrepreneur and small business owner should avoid.

From incorporation blunders to difficulties in raising capital, find out how to protect your business, secure ownership of your products and avoid trademark challenges that could derail your growth.

Patricia is a start-up and SME lawyer known for making legal concepts easy to understand.

With a strong background in corporate law and as the founder of SuLe, a cutting-edge legal platform, she's guided numerous UK start-ups through their legal journeys from incorporation to successful exits.

How to avoid costly legal mistakes as a small business

Find out how to protect your business, secure ownership of your products and avoid trademark challenges.

, founder and consulting director of DataFit, covers exactly what you need to know about DSARs and how you can prepare your business to handle them when they arrive.

Since 1998, under privacy laws like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), companies in the UK have been legally required to respond to Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs).

These requests give people the right to ask for all of the personal data a business holds about them and to share this within 30 days of submitting the request (with some exceptions).

The number of DSARs being submitted in the UK has been rising for a while now. And with the Data Privacy Group estimating DSARs are costing UK businesses between £72,000 and £336,000 per year, it’s simply not something UK companies can afford to ignore any longer.

Hiya! I’m Sam - Consulting Director and Founder of DataFit 🙋🏻‍♀️ 🥳 13 incredible years in data with amazing brands, across varying sectors and with many talented teams. DataFit is your go to if you want your data: 🗂️ Organised 🔐 Managed 📊 Analysed 🎖️And as a result, you’ll have the full picture to make important, informed business decisions, solve the challenges you&apos;re facing and achieve your business goals. 📉I believe businesses of all shapes and sizes should have access to data expertise. We offer data consultancy services and training to suit where you&apos;re at in your business. 🎤 I regularly speak about equality in technology &amp; data and in business at conferences, events and on podcasts. If you&apos;d like me to speak at an event please contact hello@getdatafit.com.&nbsp;

Is your business ready for a Data Subject Access Request?

What you need to know about DSARs and how you can prepare your business to handle them.

 covers key points every business owner needs to know about managing health and safety at work.

Good health and safety practices are essential for businesses of all sizes. Not only do they protect your business but they also help business owners understand that safety is key to success.

By fostering a strong safety culture, you can safeguard your business, protect its reputation and create a more productive, engaged workforce. Watch the webinar to pick up practical tips that will help you build a safer, more successful business.

Alastair has over 30 years of experience in health and safety. He is the managing director of 

, a consultancy based in the south of England, working with a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from charities, construction, manufacturing and agriculture.

He lectures on safety and is a member of the government's Occupational Safety and Health Consultants Register.

What No Safety Services Ltd is a health and safety consultancy looking to create a bespoke advisory and training service tailoring practical and cost effective solutions to the problems that businesses face on a day-to-day basis.  Services include accident investigation, property audits and inspections to ensure legal compliance, Construction (Design and Management) Coordinator’s and the creation of risk assessments.

Question, what can you do for me?

In essence, businesses must identify key working activities, identify the hazards, which arise from those activities, assess the likelihood of those hazards occurring in reality and thus the level of risk that arises.  Then, managers can decide on priorities for controlling those risks and form an action plan for implementing and maintaining effective risk control into the future to include training and monitoring.

What No Safety Services Ltd aims to assist by providing auditing, training and advice to help you achive this simple as that.

Health and safety essentials for small businesses

Key points every small business owner needs to know about managing health and safety at work.

Natalie is a performance marketing consultant, with extensive experience in the D2C &amp; subscription space. Most recently she worked as Head of Performance Marketing for Tails.com, joining the start up at an early stage and being part of the team that drove 5x revenue growth. Her experience includes launching and scaling across a range of marketing channels (digital &amp; offline) &amp; countries, leading on site conversion projects and using CRM to increase customer retention.
In addition to her in house experience she has a search agency grounding, and an entrepreneurial spirit which saw her launch an award nominated blog and led to her writing for Timeout &amp; GroupOn.
Natalie is also a mum of 2 mum and yoga teacher, so she understands the small business owner’s challenge of having to wear many hats.
If you want to work with Natalie to increase your customer growth and create content that converts, get in touch now.

Marketing Consultant

Lunch and Learn: Why focus is the biggest marketing hack

Learn why the key to attracting ideal customers isn't by doing more but instead focusing.

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