The Build A Business in GM Libraries programme will return to Stockport, with Stockroom hosting three sessions in August and September.
Workshops aim to support existing business owners or aspiring entrepreneurs looking to develop their business idea and ensure they have access to the skills and facilities needed to succeed.
All workshops run for three hours, from 9.30am to 1pm, with expert speakers for each session. This year, the workshops will be hosted at Stockroom, Stockport’s new town centre library and cultural hub in Merseyway.
The programme is part funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Upcoming workshops taking place during August and September 2025 include:
Business Basics: Getting Started – 12th August
- Legal Structures – self-employed, limited company, etc.
- Business Planning & Business Model Canvas
- Legal structures – self-employed, limited company, etc
- Start-up business models
- Costs, Cashflow, Finance and Tax
- Pricing
Build A Business : Know Your Customers, Get Competitive – 10th September
- Access Market Research: Learn how to tap into valuable data and insights that reveal customer attitudes, behaviours, and beliefs.
- Create a Winning Business Plan: Develop a robust strategy based on market potential and customer needs.
- Identify Key Suppliers and Leads: Discover effective ways to connect with suppliers, marketing channels, and potential clients.
- Master Your Market: Upskill yourself by understanding your target audience inside out.
Build A Business: Intellectual Property- Protect Your Assets – 23rd September
- How to understand the 4 main types of IP & how they differ
- Get a clearer idea of what IP you own
- What’s involved in registering a trademark
- Where to go to for further help and advice
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