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Local freelance journalist Dan Martin hosts the latest Enterprise Nation meet-up for small business owners in Bristol and surrounding areas.

Come along to learn new skills, discover opportunities, discuss challenges, be inspired and make a group of local business friends.

Attend the free meet-up with a business challenge or need in mind and the friendly group of fellow founders will help you solve it.

This in-person event takes place at Mrs. Potts Chocolate House, 50 Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5JN. Free drinks will be provided.

I already know you’re good at your job, that’s why you’re here.
You’ve spent years mastering your craft and take pride in your work.
But being a leader means more than just getting the work done.
Now, you’re expected to voice opinions, make decisions, and solve problems.

And when you’re still new to leadership, that can feel daunting.
You’ve had some great leaders in the past (and a few you’d rather not become).
Now it’s your turn. It’s time to work out how you want to lead.
This session isn’t about fixed leadership styles or corporate stereotypes. It’s about bringing your personality, values, and experience into how you show up at work.

You’ll leave with practical tools, honest stories, and fresh perspective, whether leading a team, a business or yourself.

You’ll also have the chance to meet a lovely group of peers here in the South West who are figuring it out too.

What we’ll cover:

You’ll leave with new perspectives, useful tools, and a network of brilliant peers in the South West who are facing similar challenges.

The Details
Duration: 2 hours
Location: 15 Berkeley Square, Bristol BS8 1HB
Audience: New leaders in marketing/agency roles
Style: Interactive, friendly and practical
Tickets: £15 for BCI members, £25 for non members

Previous attendees said:

“So helpful to hear your tips and the experiences of others. I realised I’m not on my own in how I feel”

“It was a safe space to share and hear real-life examples”

“I’m feeling empowered to be more authentic!”

“It wasn’t intimidating at all. I came out with clear actions and things I want to work on”.

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About Charlotte:

Charlotte May is a qualified Leadership Confidence Coach and Founder of Your Future Space. She works with new leaders in media, marketing and creative roles to help them overcome self-doubt, feel confident in their decisions, and connect more deeply with their teams.

Before coaching full-time, Charlotte led media strategies for household names like IKEA, Sainsbury’s, Vodafone and Compare the Market. She blends strategic thinking with powerful coaching tools to help people get more of what they want at work

Bristol WordPress People are hosting their first live speaking event since reforming at the end of 2024.

The speaker, Matt Stone, is a Developer at Atomic Smash in Bristol, with prior experience as Head of IT / DevOps for a large media and marketing group. He is a CMS Development & Integration Specialist working with PHP, WordPress & WooCommerce for 18 years, as well as Laravel & Statamic.

We are very grateful to Atomic Smash (based at Temple Studios) and to the Temple Studios team (TCN UK) for allowing us to host the Bristol WordPress Meetup with them.

Most people f**k up at some point…and nearly everyone lives to tell the tale.

F**kup Nights is a global movement and event series that shares stories of professional failure. The event has been running in Bristol since 2023.

Events across the globe get three or four people to get up in front of a room full of strangers to share their own professional f**kup/mistake. The stories of the business that crashes and burns, the partnership that goes sour, the product that has to be recalled, stories like these will all be told.

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At this event we will have three fabulous speakers who are going to share their mistakes. No happy ending for any of these three stories!

Hanna Mepstead – was entrusted with the care of a politician’s daughter – and managed to lose her in London!

Steven Adjei – Steven will share his stories of a failed business, bankruptcy, and moral struggles!

Owen Jones & Fiona Graham will discuss nearly losing a key client following a rebrand.

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Hanna’s story is just one of the stories from her time as a celebrity’s PA. You might find out which one ‘on the night’!

In addition, Steven will tell us how he got duped out of hundreds of thousands of pounds in three continents!

Lastly, what do you do when a premium client hates your rebrand? Fiona from Devonia and brand consultant Owen reflect on a potentially catastrophic oversight.

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Let’s change the narrative, let’s #ShareTheFailure and learn from it.

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What’s Included

All tickets include a glass of wine or beer or two soft drinks plus some canapés (enough to keep your hunger at bay until later in the evening).
Timings

6:00pm – Doors open & networking

6:30pm – Canapés

7:00pm – Presentations start. Each presentation is 10 minutes with 5 minutes Q&A

8:00pm – Networking & drinks

9:45pm – Close
Your host

This event is organised by David Gilroy, Managing Director, Conscious Solutions. A serial entrepreneur David has for the last 30 years worked exclusively in the online space having been part of the early management team at CompuServe, cofounded Sift and for the last 20 years led the team at Conscious Solutions, the UK’s leading digital marketing agency for law firms.
Tickets

Anyone can come to the event. Square Club members get discount, email [email protected] for your discount code.

challenge the norm.

Their free networking events provide the perfect space to connect, collaborate, and grow alongside fellow entrepreneurs—whether you’re a founder, creator, freelancer, or someone forging their own path.

For over a decade, the Dffrnt community has launched businesses of all scales, collectively contributing more than £100m in value and making a meaningful, lasting impact on the world.

Join The City Girl Network as they bring together all genders in the diverse business community of Bristol for networking drinks. Bristol Business Connections is a brand new event offering, connecting our 30,000 strong Bristol Girl Community and the wider Bristol Business Network.

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Monday 28th April, 6pm – 8pm

£8 (including a drinks token) / Members of The Square Club can access this event for free (drink not included)

All genders can attend this event

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Who’s this event for?

– Business professionals across all sectors looking for a relaxed networking environment

– Entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to connect and share ideas

– Individuals from charities and organisations aiming to broaden their network

– Anyone interested in being part of Bristol’s dynamic business scene

Event Highlights

– Welcoming Atmosphere: Whether you’re a networking novice or a seasoned professional, you’ll find a comfortable and friendly environment to forge new connections.

– Diverse Community: This event is about bringing together Bristol’s vibrant business community, from startups and entrepreneurs to established companies and non-profits.

– Iconic Venue: Experience networking in the Square Club’s unique setting, known for its stylish interiors and exceptional culinary offerings.

– Relaxed Networking: Enjoy the ease of casual conversations over drinks, supported by our experienced networking team.

Experience Networking Differently

Bristol Business Connections is your opportunity to engage with the local business community in a setting that’s designed to be inclusive and relaxed. Come and discover the potential of networking when it’s done in a way that’s enjoyable and accessible to all. Be part of an evening that’s all about community, connection, and collaboration.

HUM4NS began life as a series of talks among entrepreneurs, providing them with a platform to step out from behind ‘what they do’ and venture into the ‘who I am, what holds me back and how I moved forward’.

HUM4NS provided a platform for ordinary people to share Honest, Uplifting, Motivational, Aspirational, Nourishment for the Soul, inspiring others to take action and build towards achieving their own dreams.

Stepping into a brave new world and opening ourselves up to a new audience, HUM4NS has a simple but important quest; to help the world be a happier, healthier, smarter and kinder place, by providing a place for people to learn, grow and develop.

On the night, you can expect:

– Celebrating HUM4NS

– HUM4NS talks

– Networking/drinks

– Awesome people!

Whether you are thinking of selling soon, or planning for the future, this event is for you if you want to gain the inspiration you need to grow your business.

Experts from hgkc, GS Verde and Barclays Wealth Management will be exploring, and providing actionable insights into:

– Succession Planning – how to prepare your business, your people and yourself, for a seamless transition.

– Maximising Value – how you can maximise the value you take from your business.

– Valuation Drivers – how to value a business, what buyers look for, and how to enhance the value of your business.

Location: Abraham Room

Time: 8:15am to 11:30am

YGWYG 15: BLOOMING IDEAS, FRESH VIBES!

Spring is in the air, and so is inspiration! YGWYG 15 is here, ready to spark new ideas and bring Bristol’s creative tech community together.

Wednesday 9 April, 2025 (6pm for a 6.30pm start) ~ The Square Club, Bristol

Shake off the winter chill and step into a season of growth, ambition, and bold thinking. With four brilliant speakers on the lineup, YGWYG 15 is your perfect springboard for fresh inspiration, meaningful connections, and a little creative magic.

SPEAKERS
Kerry Harrison, AI Educator
Derek Ahmedzai, The Peeps
Saskia Jury, True Digital
Jon McWee, Havas Helia

Get ready for insights, stories, and practical takeaways that’ll leave you buzzing long after the flowers fade.

YGWYG is free (yep, still FREE), but seats are limited to just 75.

At YGWYG, we’re all about fresh perspectives, a close-knit community, and bold conversations.

So grab a ticket, bring a friend, and let’s embrace the season of growth together. Can’t make it? Release your ticket so another creative genius can join the fun.

See you on 9 April. Let’s make this sprung spring unforgettable!

Every year, TMW sends our strategy team out to attend South by Southwest, the world’s biggest technology and arts festival, to learn about the changes that are likely to shape our world and the industry.

But you don’t need to go all the way to Austin, Texas to see we’re living through a period of chaos. The pace of change has become so rapid that predicting the future feels less possible than ever. The models we’ve traditionally relied upon to understand, predict and plan are failing.

There’s vigilantism and lawlessness. Hucksters and quacks. Unprecedented risks and enormous opportunities. You could say: we’re living in the wild, wild west.

Come join our breakfast session to hear the good, the bad and the ugly of SXSW, and our recommendations for how to wrangle the chaos.

Agenda:
08:45 Doors open for breakfast
09:15 Event Start
10:30 Event Finish