In this session, we will discuss the basics needed to get started with your business and tips and tricks on how to run / grow a smaller business. In particular, we will clarify what documents / processes you need from day 1, and what could wait until later. You will learn how to make your webpage compliant with GDPR, how to draft scalable Terms & Conditions to keep you out of trouble, and which pitfalls to avoid when you hire your first employee, or get your first consultant onboard. We will also address the differences between a Limited company and Social enterprise, and legal implications that follow.

Who: For entrepreneurs that are just getting started, and smaller businesses that want to take control of their legal matters.

Main chair: Victoria Kopylov, CCO @ PocketLaw

Panelists: Tom Spooner, Legal Product Manager @ PocketLaw, and Yasmin Kaf, GDPR specialist @ PocketLaw

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SESSION 2: How to scale your business - both inside and outside the UK

Date: October 27th

Time: 12pm

In this session, we will discuss how to best scale your business once you have found product market fit. We will go through how to set a thorough and sustainable expansion strategy, and the key elements needed to scale long term, both locally, and beyond borders. Additionally, we will discuss how to align growth expectations and risk appetite with relevant stakeholders. You will learn the importance of implementing specific contracts and policies to avoid future setbacks and valuation issues.

Who: For key stakeholders running or operating in a growing business that is looking to scale quickly, both in the UK and globally

How to start, run and scale your business - legal do's & don'ts (Session 1)