SME Financial futures: Thrive or just survive?

How do you secure the financial future of your company so you can grow customers and profits in a world where turbulence seems to be the order of the day?

Open to all, this conference brings together influential local, national and international speakers to give insights into the issues and possible solutions for SMEs facing the major challenges of the day. How do you secure the financial future of your company so you can grow customers and profits in a world where turbulence seems to be the order of the day?

Join us for the whole event or part. (registration from 1:00pm) The virtual link will be sent on booking your spot.

1.15 Laura Murphy, Founder WayfinderWoman Trust: Welcome

1.20 – 1:40 Christina Ewbank: CEO Eastbourne Unltd

The Local picture: nationally companies are concerned about their finances following legislative and tax changes. What is the picture for our region?

1.40-2.00 Victoria Regan: Partner, Loch Law:

Balancing the rights of employees with financial drivers: Understanding how the Employment Rights Bill impacts on your business decisions

2.00-2.20 Nicky Fisher, Director, Herron Fisher:

Moving from surviving to thriving: Identifying the beartraps that leads to insolvency and how to turn your business around

2.20 – 2:40 Alistair Wickens, Purpose-Driven Entrepreneur & Founder of The Second Act Blueprint Your 'Why' is Your Greatest Asset:

Profit with Purpose: how you can direct your business to growth by focusing on community

2:40-3:00 Julia John, ESG Lead, Gradient Consultants:

Bringing social value to life in a local setting: Recognising your social value and how it drives sustainability

3.00-3.45 – Plenary Panel with Q&A

3:45 Laura Murphy, Thank you and close