The H&F Business Growth Hub is a mixed programme of in-person and zoom meetings with experts who will help you develop and grow your small business.
This free service is only available to residents and borough-based businesses.
Whether you are just thinking about starting a business, in the process of setting one up or have already started and want to grow, the programme is here to help.
Our monthly H&F Business Growth Hub provides:
- masterclasses across a wide range of topics including, marketing, commercial premises and social media
- the opportunity to meet and network with fellow local entrepreneurs
- top tips, advice and guidance from experienced business owners.
Events are by email invitation only.
To find out more and to get on the mailing list please email business-support@lbhf.gov.uk or call 020 8753 5585.
Meet our adviser
Theo Ruby
Theo is the founder of TheoRuby.com.
He has 12 years of experience in digital marketing and is passionate about helping businesses to succeed and increase Return on investment (ROI).
He creates websites for small business owners with powerful search engine optimisation (SEO), marketing and training that simplifies the journey from concept to reality.
By booking onto Theo's Business Grow Hub workshops, you will be gaining free access to key insights, expertise, and resources produced by Theo. These aim to help move your business forward towards greater success.
The next workshop
Managing business costs: Smart approaches to minimising monthly expenditure
Tuesday 10 December 2024, 11am to 12:30pm, online via Zoom
Book the workshop on 10 December
Upcoming workshops
Staying ahead: identifying and adapting to business trends in 2025
January 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Digital marketing essentials: tips for growing your business online
February 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Financial planning: budgeting and future protection for small businesses
March 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Web design fundamentals: creating user-friendly and engaging websites
April 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Innovation as a small business: ways to grow your reach and opportunities
May 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Digital protection and maintenance: keeping your business safe online
June 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Capitalising on market trends, funding and growth opportunities
July 2025 - date and time to be confirmed
Dates, venues and themes are subject to change.
To receive booking links to Business Growth Hub workshops, please email business-support@lbhf.gov.uk to request joining our mailing list, if you are not on it already.
If you do attend a workshop, and you have further questions or want to explore something in more depth, you will be entitled to a free 1-2-1 follow up session with Theo Ruby.
Previous events
28 November 2024: Website and social media essentials for growing your business online
29 October 2024: AI for business growth - how to maximise ChatGPT for productivity
1 October 2024: Boost organic traffic to your website
2 July 2024: Analysing website performance – tools and metrics for small business growth
21 May 2024: Business continuity workshop
The following links may be helpful:
• Preparing yourself for emergencies (london.gov.uk)
• Business continuity webpage (emergencies and safety)
• Business continuity webpage (Business Connects).
14 May 2024: Boost your social media presence with ChatGPT and Canva AI
9 April 2024: Unlocking your AI potential – harnessing artificial intelligence for small business success
12 March 2024: Unlocking the power of LinkedIn – optimise your profile to make an impact
13 February 2024: Creating content – engaging ways to attract customers and rank on Google
12 December 2023: SEO made easy – a step-by-step roadmap for small businesses
14 November 2023: Marketing made simple – creating success through effective planning
12 November 2023: 101 street food masterclass
1 November 2023: Data science meetup – showcase talks, pizza + drinks
10 October 2023: Your true value – define your USP and effectively communicate it to your customers
26 September 2023: Mastering your money – essential finance tips for SMEs and freelancers
21 and 22 June 2023: Free small business and start up accelerator course
21 June 2023: Strategy on a Page (SOAP) – developing innovative competence
20 June 2023: Get listed and be found on local directories
6 June 2023: Engage with useful social media groups to drive engagement
25 May 2023: The best free ways to drive customers to your website
9 May 2023: Building your LinkedIn network and optimise your professional profile
25 April 2023: Grow your creative business in under an hour!
18 April 2023: SEO improvements – the top 3 things you should do to rank higher on Google