The twelfth session in NMK’s evening discussion and networking series turns to innovation in PR. In a world where consumers are making up their own minds about the worth of companies, products and services, and where the CEOs and product managers of companies are creating their own presence online and interacting directly with their customers, how has PR changed? And what is its proper role? The Panel: Roger Warner (chair) is a director of Squiz.net, a company that helps organisations work with its own open-source content management system. So what’s he doing on a panel about PR? Roger has over ten years of corporate communications experience, including spells as head of web development at Airbus and PR Director for IBM Europe. Drew Benvie is the man behind The Blog Consultancy - one of the best-known PR blogs in the UK - and advises his clients at Hotwire PR on the use of social media. Will McInnes is co-founder of Nixon McInnes. A ‘net native’, Will’s job is to come up with clever web strategies for clients that actually respond to real-world business and marketing needs. Sarah Ogden is MD of Sussex-based PR firm Midnight Communications, first PR consultancy in the …

Take part in a 1-1 meeting between Innovation adviser and client. Inventors, SMEs with new product ideas are welcome. To book your free session call Business Link London enquiry line, 0845 6000 787.

Join us at Tottenham Hotspurs for this opportunity to find out more about gateways into international trade with UK Trade and Investment. You will also have the opportunity to learn how to make your business more innovative by expanding into new markets! Also present to provide expertise will be MBE Sir Bryan Treherne – recently awarded the Honour for his years of outstanding contribution to international trade. There will also be an opportunity to network so don’t forget your business cards. Book now as places are limited, don’t miss out! (Please notify us of any special dietary requirements.) Date: Tuesday 18th March 2008 Time: 6pm for 8.30pm Cost: NO CHARGE(NB: As this is a free event, if you book but cannot attend you will be charged an admin fee of £10+vat unless you provide 7 days working written notice) Venue: Tottenham Hotspurs Football Club Tottenham Hotspur, Bill Nicholson Way, 748 High Road, LONDON, N17 0AP T: 020 8365 5006

Do you think you know a lot about our high-tech economy? Do you get roped in to trivia quizzes because of your guru-like knowledge of the local science industry? If you think you are up to The Oxford Trust’s Lunchtime Economic Knowledge Challenge or you would like to learn more about our region then come along to the next ‘Networking Lunch with a Difference’. The Oxford Trust invites you to combine a unique lunch experience with the opportunity to network with the Oxfordshire science and business community. The next in the series of ‘a Networking Lunch with a Difference’ will explore our position as a leading science enterprise and high-tech region through an innovative and interactive trivia quest that draws on fresh research that The Oxford Trust is conducting. Bring your own team or build one on the day and take the challenge. We guarantee that it will stimulate your mind and expand your Oxfordshire networks. The lunch is free for members of The Oxford Trust and £17 (+VAT) for non-members. Booking is essential, please visit, http://www.oxtrust.org.uk/events/299848 or call Richard Mercer on 01865 728953 or via email: richard.mercer@oxtrust.org.uk

When it comes to selling or licensing your new idea or invention, there are some basics you need to know right from the outset. This introductory seminar sets out simple tips and strategies for developing commercially successful innovative products and services.

When it comes to selling or licensing your new idea or invention, there are some basics you need to know right from the outset. This introductory seminar sets out simple tips and strategies for developing commercially successful innovative products and services.

You want to improve your project success rate, and need practical dos and don’ts you or your staff can implement immediately, but don’t want to pay huge consultancy fees….where do you begin? This course is a chance for you to learn to use basic and advanced project management tools and techniques, and to tailor them for use on your projects and in your company. The two-day course involves practical assistance, workshop theory and 1:1 consultancy, aimed to give you the best possible advantage in a highly competitive industry. You’ll be mentored by a seasoned project management expert, Rob Purdie. With over 11 years experience in the software and web application development industries, Rob has successfully managed hundreds of projects, led project management departments, established Project Management Offices and worked with senior management teams and staff to develop, implement and maintain strategic plans, processes and best practices. Book your place now for an opportunity to learn from him. When: May 13th- 14th; 9.30am - 4pm Price: £350; concessions £250 (charities, not-for-profits, businesses with 1-10 employees). Booking: At present, bookings must be made via email to Ingrid Fiszpan - i.fiszpan@wmin.ac.uk - who will contact you for further details, or by phone to …

Full Day Event. Creative companies and individuals based in London are being offered a unique opportunity to develop their business skills, gain a better understanding of how to put their creative skills to the best use of their businesses, and how to maximise the revenue derived from their talents. Dynamo London and Create KX have teamed up to bring an inspirational and practical day for London’s small creative and digital businesses. Businesses and freelancers attending the day will have access to invaluable commercial and facilitation advice. Tap into the skills and experiences of renowned industry professionals. Be offered practical tips from experts who understand what it takes to commercialise creativity, and how to strike the fine balance between economic viability and creative integrity. All this, plus a fabulous networking opportunity. Some of the day’s highlights:: · Brainstorming techniques · Selling creativity workshop · Social tools for creativity · Managing the creative process · Recruiting and retaining creatives · Inspiration instigation – where ideas come from · Advice on IP and contract law · Management and leadership Thanks to our good friends at the LDA, this remarkable opportunity is being offered free of charge. However, places are limited and will be …

These fortnightly gathering are designed to provide creative businesses with the opportunity to connect in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of a café. It’s an open format event and you’re invited to drop by and stay as long as you want. Join us on our comfy sofas and meet new people and businesses, or re-connect with others. There’s no need to book, just turn up between 10am-12am on Thursdays (fortnightly).

These fortnightly gathering are designed to provide creative businesses with the opportunity to connect in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of a café. It’s an open format event and you’re invited to drop by and stay as long as you want. Join us on our comfy sofas and meet new people and businesses, or re-connect with others. There’s no need to book, just turn up between 10am-12am on Thursdays (fortnightly).