Events and Networking

Business Breakfast for Local SMEs

Join us for our next Business Breakfast, a free, council-led event bringing together local businesses for practical updates, discussion and networking.

Themes and speakers will be confirmed nearer the time, based on what local businesses tell us they need most.

Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026 Time: 8am – 10am

Venue: Marriott Hotel, Grove Park – Leicester Cost: Free to attend (booking required)

What to Expect

• Breakfast refreshments and networking with other local SMEs 
• Short, practical updates from guest speakers (topics to be confirmed)
• Opportunity for questions and discussion.
• A chance to connect with council-led business support and local partners

Who Should Attend?

• This event is suitable for:
• Business owners and directors
• Managers responsible for staff, finance or operations
• Local SMEs looking to stay informed and build connections

Free Business Workshops

Blaby District Council is offering a series of fully funded business workshops to support local businesses that are ready to take their next step of growth.

These high-impact, half-day sessions focus on practical skills, clarity and tools that can be applied immediately. £250+ of high-impact, expert-led training per business – fully funded.

Who Are These Workshops For?

• Designed for micro businesses and small to medium-sized enterprises in the Blaby District that are: 
• Trading for around a year or more
• Past the initial set-up phase
• Ready to level up, refine and grow

Best suited to businesses looking to:

• Strengthen leadership and decision-making
• Improve clarity around their brand and messaging
• Work more efficiently, including practical use of AI

These sessions are not introductory and are intended for businesses already operating and preparing for their next phase.

Workshop Themes

Leadership 

Build confidence, clarity and stronger decision-making as your business grows.

Branding

Clarify how you present your business, who you’re targeting and how your brand supports growth.

AI for Businesses

Understand and apply AI safely and practically to save time and improve productivity.

How Places Are Allocated

Places are limited to ensure quality and impact.

Businesses are asked to complete a short Expression of Interest so we can: Understand needs and ambitions Ensure the workshop is the right fit Tailor content for attendees

A brief follow-up conversation with a Business Support Officer may be required before confirming a place.

Key Information

• Half-day workshops (approx. 3 hours)
• Small groups (10–15 businesses)
• Fully funded for Blaby District businesses
• Delivered across March and April 2026

To register your interest please email : enterprisingblaby@blaby.gov.uk