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SUMMARY:Affiliate Event: Muckle LLP - You're invited: Public procurement in construction
DESCRIPTION:Join Leah Heatley and myself for our next construction briefing. \nWe’ll share practical tips for bidding to the public sector for construction projects\, including: \n\nhow to navigate the process and documents\nhow to raise clarifications and negotiation points\nhow to challenge a process when something goes wrong\n\nPublic procurement in construction what you need to know in 2024  \nTeesside 27th February 2024 \nNewcastle 6th March 2024 \nFind out more and book your place here
URL:https://emn.org.uk/oldevent/affiliate-event-muckle-llp-youre-invited-public-procurement-in-construction-2/
LOCATION:Time Central\, 32 Gallowgate\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 4BF
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Member Events
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SUMMARY:Promoted Event: Business Durham - Engineering Excellence: Strategic Branding Boosts Sales
DESCRIPTION:Book Now \n** This event is funded by the Durham Business Growth Programme\, and is only open to businesses registered on this programme who are located within the County Durham local authority area see below for registration links and further information ** \nThis Sales and Marketing Workshop aims to equip Durham based SMEs with foundational knowledge and strategic insights essential for their growth and success in today’s competitive market. Divided into two parts\, the workshop delves into setting strong foundations and crafting effective strategies. \nThis workshop is very much aimed at the B2B market in particular those in the engineering\, manufacturing\, lifescience\, pharma\, and automotive industries. These Sectors are highly competitive and require a very tailored approach to Sales and Marketing. \nKey Takeaways: \n1. Defining unique selling propositions (USPs) and value propositions to stand out in the market. \n2. Exploring branding elements like logos\, design\, websites\, and sales materials critical for building a strong brand identity. \n3. Understanding the fundamentals of a comprehensive marketing strategy. \n4. Tactics to leverage events effectively for sales and marketing purposes. \n5. Techniques and best practices for optimising social media platforms to enhance brand visibility and engagement. \n6. Interactive sessions with worksheets to apply concepts practically. \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will have gained insights into defining their brand\, crafting compelling messages\, and developing actionable strategies tailored to their business. The interactive workshop aims to empower Durham based SMEs to apply these learnings for immediate impact and growth. \nDelivered by: \nRachel Skeoch is Director of Truenorth \nA specialist marketing consultancy for north east engineering and manufacturing firms. CIM accredited with 10 years of industry insight\, Rachel is a B2B Consultant with a wealth of experience from start ups and scale ups to global FTSE 250 firms. Having worked in house managing marketing and communication strategies for some of the region’s leading engineering and manufacturing brands\, she knows the region’s core industries inside out. She is a keen advocate for boosting the competitiveness of the north east business community on a national scale. \nChris Woodhouse – Director\, Redman Design\nChris\, a seasoned design and marketing consultant\, brings nearly 30 years of knowledge. His extensive experience spans collaborations with diverse local and national organisations in manufacturing\, innovation and healthcare\, driving growth through creative strategy.\nAs an enthusiastic and detail-oriented communicator\, Chris possesses a broad skill set acquired from working with an array of businesses.\nWith a love for the north east of England\, and for business\, he is uniquely positioned to offer you valuable insights. \nThe Durham Business Growth and Productivity Programme is a comprehensive initiative designed to elevate productivity and foster growth within businesses located in County Durham. The programme offers a selection of grants to eligible businesses covering both capital and revenue expenditure or a combination of both. \nhttps://www.durhambusinessgrowth.co.uk/register \nBook Now
URL:https://emn.org.uk/oldevent/affiliate-event-business-durham-engineering-excellence-strategic-branding-boosts-sales/
LOCATION:Ramside Hall Hotel  Durham  Durham  DH1 1TD
CATEGORIES:Promoted Events
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SUMMARY:Affiliate Event: Muckle - Getting your contracts right - a practical approach
DESCRIPTION:We know putting together a contract can be intimidating but it doesn’t need to be. \nWe’ve designed this course to take the stress out of the process\, giving you the know-how to negotiate and manage your contracts with confidence. If you put in the work upfront and get it right the first time\, you’ll save your organisation time and money in the long run. \nWhy attend?\nDelivered by experts from our Commercial and Dispute Resolution teams\, the course will cover the basics of contracting as well as highlight some of the more complex issues\, including termination and disputes. Our experts will provide you with practical tips to help identify risks and common pitfalls\, as well as highlight where you might be able to identify potential opportunities so that you can achieve your commercial objectives. \nWho should attend?\nSuitable for those who are new to contracting and procurement as well as those who may want to refresh or deepen their understanding of some of the more complex contractual issues. \nTimings:\n9.00 a.m. Registration and breakfast \n9.30 a.m. Start \n11.00 a.m. Break \n1.00 p.m. Finish \nCost:\nThe event costs £200 per person + VAT (plus Eventbrite fee +VAT) = £257.39
URL:https://emn.org.uk/oldevent/affiliate-event-muckle-getting-your-contracts-right-a-practical-approach-2/
LOCATION:Time Central\, 32 Gallowgate\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne and Wear\, NE1 4BF
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Member Events
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SUMMARY:Affiliate Event: Muckle LLP - practical masterclass - managing investigations\, disciplinary and grievance hearings
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling overwhelmed by employee issues? You’re not alone. But here’s the good news: managing investigations\, disciplinary hearings\, and grievances doesn’t have to be a mystery. \nSay goodbye to stress and hello to confidence with our practical 2-hour online workshop\, delivered by expert employment lawyers right to your desk. \nWhat the course will cover \n\nUnderstanding the legal obligations underpinning management of disciplinary and grievance processes\, and how to manage them;\nHow to undertake an effective and robust investigation: where to start\, what to review and how to ask questions;\nHow to structure a letter inviting an employee to a disciplinary hearing and how to draft disciplinary allegations; and\nUnderstanding constructive unfair dismissal and practical advice to minimise the risk of claims.\n\nWho should attend? \nThis course is ideally suited to all HR professionals\, owners/managers\, senior leaders\, managers\, school business managers or anyone involved in dealing with employee issues within their organisations. \nCost \nPrice per delegate is £195 +VAT + (Eventbrite fee + VAT) = £250.97 \nBook your place on our course using the button below. We look forward to virtually seeing you \nFor further information\, please contact Ebba McGuigan on 0191 211 7972 or email\nebba.mcguigan@muckle-llp.com. \nManaging investigations\, disciplinary and grievance hearings\nThursday 14 March 2024\n9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
URL:https://emn.org.uk/oldevent/affiliate-event-muckle-llp-practical-masterclass-managing-investigations-disciplinary-and-grievance-hearings/
LOCATION:Online webinar\, EMN Tanfield\, Stanley\, Co Durham\, DH8 8LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Member Events
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