Don't miss this rare opportunity to join a free practical Sales Forecasting workshop. Learn how effective sales forecasting can serve as the cornerstone for a balanced and achievable business plan, leading to:

• A resilient cash flow
• An effective marketing plan
• Balanced capacity planning
• Establishment of staff resourcing profiles
• Financial requirements

Led by business experts Gau Naik and Chris Gueffier, who collectively bring over 35 years of experience in advising businesses of all sizes. 

Note: Attendance is subject to eligibility criteria for enrolment in the Leicestershire Business Advice Service, covering Harborough, Oadby & Wigston, Hinckley & Bosworth, Blaby, Melton, and North-West Leicestershire.

Join Jo Pagett from Menopause101 for a free event discussing Menopause in the Workplace. Hosted at the Harborough Innovation Centre in Market Harborough, attendees will gain valuable insights and tips for navigating this significant life transition. Participants will learn:

• Research indicates that 45% of women report menopausal symptoms affecting their work performance.
• Despite its prevalence, many managers struggle to address menopause-related issues due to a lack of knowledge and concerns about repercussions.
• Overcome these challenges by implementing a dedicated menopause policy, providing clear guidelines and support for affected staff.
• Understand the importance of Menopause and Wellbeing Champions, legal considerations and fostering open conversations.

Whether attendees are leaders, managers or team members, this event offers valuable information. Explore topics such as creating supportive policies, wellness programmes and practical strategies for managing symptoms.

Harborough District Council, along with local business volunteers, is organising a Work Experience programme at Harborough Innovation Centre, from 1st to 5th July 2024.

• The Business Hub aims to provide work experience to 12 students from Welland Park Academy, using a spacious meeting room at the Harborough Innovation Centre.
• The objective is to create a comprehensive schedule for the week, allowing students to engage with various local business owners and employers, enhancing workplace skills and professional behaviours.
• This initiative serves a dual purpose: offering valuable work experience to students and providing smaller employers with an opportunity to participate, addressing space constraints and health and safety considerations.
• Enthusiastic volunteers from the local business community are sought to mentor and guide students during their work experience, contributing to both the students' development and the local workforce's growth.
• Schools seek work experience opportunities within workplaces. If you can provide such opportunities, please get in touch.

GLP, formerly known as Gazeley, is the developer and owner of Magna Park. In response to the ongoing expansion of Magna Park, GLP committed to establishing the Magna Park Community Fund (MPCF) initiative. This fund supports community and voluntary organisations in delivering local projects within the geographical area surrounding Magna Park. It forms a significant part of GLP's corporate social responsibility efforts and operates entirely on a voluntary basis.

Administered by Lutterworth Area Community Projects Limited (LACPL) since 2014, the fund has contributed over £150,000 to local organisations and charities, spanning more than 60 different projects. LACPL will remain active until November 2025.

The fund aims to support various projects in areas such as education, commercial ventures, well-being and health, sports and recreation, environment, community connectedness and youth activities.

Eligible areas include Ashby Parva, Bittewsell & Bittesby, Claybrooke Parva & Magna, Cotesbach, Lutterworth Town and associated parishes, Misterton & Walcote, Monks Kirby, Pailton, Ullesthorpe, Wibtoft and Willey.

Grant applications are reviewed quarterly, with funding still available for eligible projects.

£635,000 of funding is currently still available! 

We have many strong successful women locally, and we would like to bring you all together to network and share your inspirational stories in business.

When we inspire others to understand and value women's inclusion, we forge a better world.

The aim of the IWD 2024 #InspireInclusion campaign is to collectively forge a more inclusive world for women.

Please get in touch to let us know that you are coming. 

Are you aware that Invest in Harborough has a sister website? Visit Harborough offers a wealth of information on local attractions, events, retailers, restaurants and activities in the district. It serves as a convenient one-stop resource for all things local. We encourage you to explore the website to support local businesses and stay informed about everything happening in the Harborough district. You can also stay updated through its Social Media channels. 

Facebook: @VisitHarborough 

Instagram: @VisitHarboroughDistrict