Carbon Neutral Kitchen launch
Monday 9 September 10am to 2pm
Oscar & Rosie's, 8 Stoney Street, Nottingham NG1 1LP
 Carbon Neutral Kitchen is a package of support for local independent eateries and food manufacturers in Nottingham to reduce their eco impact.
It is known that 37% of greenhouse gas emissions come from the food supply chain and when it comes to reducing the ecological impact of our local food system, indie food businesses are an important part of the solution as customers who are aware of the impact of food on the environment are consciously shifting their custom to food businesses which reflect their concerns.
Councillor Sally Longford, Portfolio Holder for Energy, Environment and Democratic Services, Nottingham City Council;
“The food and drink manufacturing sector in the East Midlands is one of the most productive in the country, with the D2N2 region being a major contributor.
“Nottingham City Council’s involvement with the Carbon Neutral Kitchens initiative really strengthens our role in creating the right environment for local SMEs to increase productivity, reduce waste and adopt innovative, sustainable practices in the sector.”
The event, which is open to all independent food businesses, will feature lunch short talks and workshops.
Meet the Growth Hub at EXPO
The Growth Hub's Ashreen Seethal and Anthony Byrne will be on hand at #TBHExpo to give your business a boost and introduce you to the range of support available from the hub and partners.
About EXPO: the Creative & Digital sector is vital to the successful economic future of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, already home to some of our best known and most innovative creative and digital businesses – from Paul Smith to Games Workshop, from Unidays to CSS Media.
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Prepare your business or organisation for Brexit
GOV.UK has an online tool to help businesses prepare for the UK leaving the EU by looking at:
- What their business may need to do to prepare for the UK leaving the EU
- What’s changing in their sector
- Information on specific rules and regulations
HMRC allocates EORI number to traders
As many traders as possible will be automatically allocated an EORI number to enable them to trade smoothly once the UK leaves the EU on 31 October.
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Every business will need an EORI number to move goods into or out of the EU after Brexit. HMRC is sending letters to all possible VAT-registered businesses over the next two weeks to advise them of their assigned UK EORI number.
If your business is not VAT-registered, you still need to register for an EORI number. Getting an EORI number is an easy process that takes 5-10 minutes.
Looking for business advice? Ask Ashreen...
Ashreen Seethal delivers regular business surgeries with her colleague Tracey Hylton-Burrows at the BIPC Nottingham.
At around a hour long, the surgeries are your opportunity to get bespoke one-one help on whatever business topics are troubling you.
Together we can make your business a success.
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Are you recruiting?
If you're a Nottingham employer looking to recruit, why not book your stall at the Nottingham Jobs Fair on 12 September?
Our partners Nottingham Jobs always put together a great event and what's more, it's completely free to attend.
Places are limited so please contact Nottingham Jobs if you would like to reserve a stand.
Tel. 0115 8762557
Psst, know someone who's looking for work? Share the event page with them!
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D2N2 Growth & Innovation Programme
The D2N2 Growth and Innovation Programme is a partnership initiative, led by EMB that brings together and enhances the following grant schemes:
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European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funding from the D2N2 LEP will increase the amount of grant funding available from each of these programmes, enabling the sponsoring organisation to provide more intensive support and/or support a greater number of businesses wishing to invest in innovation and growth and create new jobs. Grants range from £1,500 to £500,000.
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
 This is an investment to help entrepreneurs create jobs and economic opportunity by providing greater access to education, capital and business support services. 10,000 Small Businesses is funded by Goldman Sachs and the Goldman Sachs Foundation.
Investment Readiness Workshop
Wednesday 30 October 5pm
East Midlands Chamber Derby Office, 2 Victoria Way, Derby
DE24 8AN
Are you ready to grow your business? Do you need to prepare for investment? Do you know how to prepare for investment well? Do you know what an investor expects to see?
This workshop will give you the following:
- Understanding the type of funding for your business needs
- How to access investment funds
- How to prepare a convincing case
- Ensuring your business is investment ready
- What is involved in developing a successful business
- Top tips for achieving business growth
- Accessing finance
- Find out what support is available to help your business grow
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