BIPC Northamptonshire

02/09/2026

There was a great energy in the room today at our Women's Business Networking meeting. Olivia from OneKind Creative delivered a very interesting presentation which gave us alot to think about.
Our next meeting is in December so keep your eyes peeled for more information nearer the time.

01/09/2026

If you're making a difference in Northamptonshire’s business community, now is the perfect time to showcase your success.

The SME Northamptonshire Business Awards are open to businesses with 250 employees or fewer, giving you the opportunity to celebrate your achievements, gain recognition and put your business in the spotlight.

You can enter up to three categories, with awards including:
🏆 Young Business Person of the Year
👥 Employer of the Year
🚀 Best New Business
⭐ Plus a range of other categories recognising businesses and individuals across Northamptonshire.

The deadline for entries is Wednesday 7th October, so there’s still time to put your business forward and celebrate everything you’ve achieved.
The awards will culminate in the Grand Final on Tuesday 26th January at Mercure Northampton, bringing together businesses from across the county to celebrate their success.

Find out more and enter here: https://eventsandpr.co.uk/sme-northamptonshire-business-awards/award-categories/

27/08/2026

Don't forget to book your free ticket to our Women's Business Networking meeting!

2nd September 2026, 10am at The Guildhall, Northampton

We are delighted to be joined by Olivia Krawczyk, founder of ONEKIND Creative.

Did you know that branding is so much more than just a logo? Olivia will break down exactly how businesses can stand out in a crowded market. You’ll learn how to create a consistent, memorable brand presence across all touchpoints, including social media, so you can show up authentically and build real trust with your audience. This talk will give you the tools to turn your business values into a powerful visual story that people can’t ignore.

There will also be plenty of time to network with like-minded female entrepreneurs so book your free place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/business-amp-ip-centre-northamptonshire-10768898280

25/08/2026

This is your last reminder of this great opportunity!

The Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Northamptonshire are seeking a delivery partner(s) for funded business support webinars to complement their core programme. These are two short-term targeted programmes of support running until March 2027. The specialist areas to be covered are digital marketing and financial planning.

This is a great opportunity for any delivery partners who are experienced at working with start-up and early stage businesses.

If you think you might be a good fit to work with BIPC Northamptonshire, please email [email protected] for the full specification brief.

Please note that due to staff capacity we are unable to reply to questions or messages relating to this opportunity on social media. All questions to [email protected] by Friday 28th August.

The closing date for submission proposals is midnight on Monday 31 August 2026.

24/08/2026

📣 Looking for funding for your business or social enterprise?

Understanding the different funding options available can be challenging, especially when you're just starting out or planning for growth.

Acumen Academy has put together a useful guide that explores funding at every stage, from self-funding and early-stage investment through to scaling a growing enterprise. The guide also looks at the pros and cons of different funding approaches and highlights why more funding isn't always the right solution.

While it's aimed at social enterprises, the advice and principles are relevant to many types of businesses and entrepreneurs.

📖 Read the guide here: https://blog.acumenacademy.org/impact-capital-funding-your-social-enterprise

From Crowdfunding to Venture Capital - Discover the Advantages and Disadvantages of Types of Funding to Scale Your Social Venture

20/08/2026

Exciting opportunity to work with BIPC Northamptonshire!

The Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Northamptonshire are seeking a delivery partner(s) for funded business support webinars to complement their core programme. These are two short-term targeted programmes of support running until March 2027. The specialist areas to be covered are digital marketing and financial planning.

This is a great opportunity for any delivery partners who are experienced at working with start-up and early stage businesses.

If you think you might be a good fit to work with BIPC Northamptonshire, please email [email protected] for the full specification brief.

Please note that due to staff capacity we are unable to reply to questions or messages relating to this opportunity on social media. All questions to [email protected].

The closing date for submission proposals is midnight on Monday 31 August 2026.

19/08/2026

People may not remember everything about your business, but they may remember your logo!

The Intellectual Property Office UK has a free step-by-step guide to help you protect what makes your business stand out.

Read more: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/get-intellectual-property-rights-step-by-step

Got it - Protect it!

17/08/2026

Looking to grow your business online but not sure where to start?

The Digital Edge series from the Business Academy is packed with free expert-led sessions designed to help businesses improve their digital presence, attract more customers and increase sales.

Topics include:
✅ Building a digital marketing strategy
✅ Making your website work harder for your business
✅ Turning social media followers into customers
✅ Using LinkedIn and Instagram effectively
✅ Understanding SEO and driving more traffic to your website

Whether you're a brand-new start-up or an established business looking to strengthen your online presence, there's something for everyone. Plus recordings are available on demand.

Find out more and register here: 👉 https://www.business.gov.uk/business-academy/digital-edge/

Please share with any business owners, entrepreneurs or start-ups in your network who could benefit! 💡

Learn how to grow your business online with expert-led webinars on digital marketing, SEO, content creation, social media, website optimisation and digital strategy.

13/08/2026

The Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Northamptonshire are seeking a delivery partner(s) for funded business support webinars to complement their core programme. These are two short-term targeted programmes of support running until March 2027. The specialist areas to be covered are digital marketing and financial planning.

This is a great opportunity for any delivery partners who are experienced at working with start-up and early stage businesses.

If you think you might be a good fit to work with BIPC Northamptonshire, please email [email protected] for the full specification brief.

Please note that due to staff capacity we are unable to reply to questions or messages relating to this opportunity on social media. All questions to [email protected].

The closing date for submission proposals is midnight on Monday 31 August 2026.

11/08/2026

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