Events

Wednesday 7 January 2026 12:00 | | Online and at Anglia Ruskin University, Faculty of Business and Law, Chelmsford Campus | | Free to attend

Invest time in your leadership, and your business will grow. Leading a business can feel lonely and overwhelming, especially if you haven't had any formal business training. That's why there is the 12-week Help to Grow: Management Course.

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Wednesday 14 January 2026 12:30 | | Arise Innovation Hubs, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, CM1 1SQ || FREE

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is excited to launch Startup Social. A brand-new series of free networking events designed to support and celebrate entrepreneurs in North Essex.

Whether you're a startup founder, freelancer, solopreneur, student entrepreneur, or simply exploring a new idea, this is your chance to plug into a growing community of innovators.

What to expect: Free pizza & refreshments •Expert guest speaker sharing practical insights •Networking opportunities with like-minded entrepreneurs • A relaxed, welcoming space to share ideas and build connections.

These monthly events offer a unique opportunity to gain real-world advice from experienced entrepreneurs and meet potential collaborators, mentors, and supporters. You can discover resources and support available through ARU and NEEB and be part of a growing entrepreneurial ecosystem in North Essex.

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Wednesday 21 January 2026 12:00 | | Online || FREE

Join Communicate Technology for a webinar in Cyber Security .

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Thursday 29 January 2026 10:00 | | Arise Innovation Hub, Harlow Innovation Park, Harlow CM17 9TX | | Free

Arise Innovation Hubs are delighted to be partnering with Medilink Midlands and InnovateUK in a series of events for Autumn and Winter 2025/26. The second of these looks at an overarching themes in the NHS’s current 10-year plan, which aims to make the NHS fit for the future.

We will look at the barriers and opportunities for working with the community addressing the following questions: How can innovators effectively engage with local systems? What strategies support trust-building and uptake at the community level? How can businesses co-design solutions with communities and health systems?

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Tuesday 10 February 2026 10:30 | | Arise Innovation Hubs, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, CM1 1QT || FREE

Join us for a relaxed and rewarding Coffee Morning. Designed especially with SMEs in mind. Whether you're looking to connect with fellow business owners, explore collaboration opportunities, or simply enjoy a great cup of coffee while supporting a vital cause, this is the perfect setting to do it all!

We will be joined by ARU temps and Connected Innovation.

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Thursday 4 June 2026 19:00 | | Channels Estate, Chelmsford ||

Join us to Celebrate Innovation at the prestigious Channels Estate.

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