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Since founding the company in 2007 we have continued to grow, building on the
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By attending this conference you will have the opportunity to learn from others
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Our keynote presentation, entitled ‘Small business growth strategies: goals for
successful CEOs‘, will address issues such as what qualities are needed for a CEO to
be successful; the importance of setting a company vision; achieving short- and long-
term goals; and what it takes to attract ﬁ nance.
We are sure you will enjoy your time here and leave revitalised and refreshed,
with useful business tips and ideas in how best to help you grow your business into a
successful venture.
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will feature leading established companies Design, which remarkably gained how to build a successful search marketing
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The Showcase will be supported by speaking on how to build a buzz for connect your business with the right people.
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networking sessions run by The Small Business Club, your business through PR. The Growing Your Own Business Showcase &
where entrepreneurs can make contacts and gain The conference will culminate on day one with Conference is open from 10am each day, closing
advice from many experienced business people. a presentation from Fraser Hay, founder of the at 5pm on Friday and 4pm on Saturday.
The event will also feature a free conference, Results Academy, a business support network To register for the Growing Your Own
with seminars providing practical advice and created for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs. Business Showcase & Conference call 0870 777
information on all aspects of growing a business. Fraser, who has also won awards, will be providing 1082 or visit www.sme-events.com. Callers can
Highlights include a keynote address entitled tips on how to get the best results from your purchase tickets in advance by credit card for £5
‘Small business growth strategies: goals for marketing initiatives. each or £4 each for two or more. Admission on
successful CEOs’ from Amanda Jones (pictured, On Saturday June 14, James Howell, managing the day is £7.
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