BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Blackpool Unlimited - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Blackpool Unlimited REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTSTAMP:20260619T134128Z CREATED:20260619T134128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134128Z UID:12911-1790812800-1790899199@blackpoolunlimited.com SUMMARY:Putting women at the Centre of the Supply Chain - SheChain Live DESCRIPTION:Karen Millen OBE to Join SheChain Live for Exclusive Fireside Chat  \nOne of Britain’s most successful entrepreneurs\, Karen Millen OBE\, will join SheChain Live for an exclusive fireside chat\, sharing insights from the journey that transformed a £100 investment into one of the world’s most recognisable fashion brands. \nTaking place on Thursday 1 October at the Winter Gardens Blackpool\, SheChain Live brings together business owners\, buyers\, procurement specialists and industry leaders to help women-led businesses access new routes to market\, valuable connections and opportunities for growth. \nStarting with a £100 loan and a determination to create beautifully made clothing for women\, Karen built the Karen Millen brand into an international fashion business with stores across the world. Her career has also included significant challenges\, setbacks and reinvention\, making her one of the UK’s most respected voices on resilience\, leadership and entrepreneurship. \nDuring the fireside chat\, Karen will share lessons from building a global brand\, navigating business challenges and creating success on her own terms. The conversation will explore the realities of entrepreneurship\, the decisions that shaped her career and the resilience required to build and sustain a successful business. \nKaren Millen said “I’m delighted to be joining SheChain Live and the Enterprise Vision Awards. Throughout my career I’ve learned that success is rarely a straight line\, and I’m looking forward to sharing the lessons\, challenges and opportunities that have shaped my journey in business. I hope attendees leave feeling inspired to take the next step towards building something meaningful of their own.” \nCoral Horn\, Founder of SheChain Live and the Enterprise Vision Awards\, said “Karen’s journey proves what’s possible when ambition is matched with opportunity. Too many women have the ideas\, capability and determination to grow but still struggle to access the networks\, relationships and commercial opportunities that help businesses scale. That’s exactly why we created SheChain Live. We’re delighted that Karen is joining us for what promises to be an honest and inspiring conversation. Her story isn’t just about success; it’s about resilience\, reinvention and continuing to move forward when challenges arise. Those are lessons that resonate with entrepreneurs at every stage of business. SheChain Live is about more than inspiration. It’s about creating practical opportunities for women-led businesses to connect with buyers\, procurement professionals\, partners and decision makers who can help unlock growth.” \nSheChain Live forms part of a wider movement to help increase opportunities for women-led businesses and support greater participation in supply chains\, procurement and business growth. \nThe Rose Review of Female Entrepreneurship found that up to £250 billion could be added to the UK economy if women started and scaled businesses at the same rate as men. Yet many women still report barriers to accessing investment\, procurement opportunities\, strategic networks and routes to growth. \nMore than an event\, SheChain Live is a platform for opportunity. Bringing together buyers\, procurement professionals\, partners and industry leaders\, attendees will gain practical knowledge\, valuable connections and expert insight to help grow their businesses. The programme includes expert speakers\, practical workshops and opportunities to connect\, with sessions from organisations including WEConnect International and ITV’s Confidence on Camera programme. Designed to inspire action as well as ambition\, SheChain Live aims to help women-led businesses discover new routes to market\, unlock opportunities and take their next step with confidence. \nThe event takes place the day before the Enterprise Vision Awards\, the UK’s largest celebration of women in business\, creating two days dedicated to inspiration\, opportunity\, growth and recognition. \nFor more information and tickets URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/event/putting-women-at-the-centre-of-the-supply-chain-shechain-live/ LOCATION:Winter Gardens\, Winter Gardens\,\, Blackpool\, FY1 1AA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/KAREN-MILLEN_THE-POTTERY-SheChain-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T130000 DTSTAMP:20260805T145733Z CREATED:20260805T142954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T145733Z UID:13175-1790848800-1790859600@blackpoolunlimited.com SUMMARY:Advanced Social Media & Content Workshop DESCRIPTION:Suitable for: Growth and Scale Up businesses who are already managing social media pages competently\nThis workshop is for business owners and marketers wanting to take their skills to the next level beyond simply posting content to their pages: \n\nUnderstanding what the algorithm wants from you\nGrowing your audience and measuring impact\nMonetisation of your pages and audiences\nCreating scroll-stopping content and Reels\nWhat’s new in 2026\n\nThis session includes a light lunch and refreshments. \nBook your place here URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/event/advanced-social-media-content-workshop-10/ LOCATION:Wyre Civic Centre\, Poulton-le-Fylde\,\, FY6 7UP ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BBGA-EVENT-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T180000 DTSTAMP:20260324T150529Z CREATED:20260324T150358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T150529Z UID:12856-1790964000-1790964000@blackpoolunlimited.com SUMMARY:Enterprising Vision Awards 2026 - Celebrating Women in Business Awards DESCRIPTION:If you’re looking for women in business awards in the UK\, the Enterprise Vision Awards are the UK’s largest and most established platform celebrating female entrepreneurship\, leadership and impact. \nCelebrating Women in Business Across the UK \nChampioning women building and growing businesses across the UK’s high-growth sectors\, from tech and finance to creative industries and clean energy. \nThe UK’s largest celebration of women in business \nThe Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAS) recognise\, connect and champion women building outstanding businesses across the UK. \nThe EVAS champion women who are building\, growing and leading businesses across every sector of the UK economy. Business awards with credibility\, community and real-world impact. \nEnter the 2026 Awards \nNominate A Woman \nMore than an awards ceremony \nThe EVAS is a national platform for visibility\, confidence and opportunity. \nEach year\, we recognise women whose businesses demonstrate growth\, leadership and impact\, whether that’s through scale\, innovation\, influence or purpose. \nFrom early-stage founders to high-growth enterprises\, from social ventures to businesses turning over millions\, the EVAS celebrates success in all its forms. \nLearn more about the EVAS \nWho the EVAS is for \nThe EVAS celebrate women driving growth and innovation across industries throughout the UK\, including key sectors such as digital\, life sciences\, creative industries and professional services. \nThe EVAS is for women who are building and growing businesses\, leading with purpose and driving change in their sectors and communities. \nIt’s for women entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey\, from first steps to scale\, and for Not-For-Profit organisations using enterprise to create lasting impact. \nIt’s also for the supporters\, partners and champions who believe in the power of women in business and want to see them recognised properly. \nIf you’re building something meaningful\, the EVAS is for you. URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/event/enterprising-vision-awards-2026-celebrating-women-in-business/ LOCATION:Winter Gardens\, Winter Gardens\,\, Blackpool\, FY1 1AA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T130000 DTSTAMP:20260805T150159Z CREATED:20260805T143734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T150159Z UID:13177-1791367200-1791378000@blackpoolunlimited.com SUMMARY:WTH's my P & L with Nikki Hesford DESCRIPTION:Suitable for: Growth businesses with £75k+ turnover \n10am til 1pm at Peel House\, FY4 5JX with Nikki Hesford \nBook your place here URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/event/wths-my-p-and-l-with-nikki-hesford-2/ LOCATION:Peel House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BBGA-EVENT-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T120000 DTSTAMP:20260805T145238Z CREATED:20260805T145006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T145238Z UID:13179-1791885600-1791892800@blackpoolunlimited.com SUMMARY:Financial Workshop with the Blackpool Growth Business Academy DESCRIPTION:Suitable for: Pre-start or early-stage businesses\nThis workshop will cover all the financial management of your new business \n\n\n\nWhat accounts you need to file and when\nWhat taxes you need to pay and when\nHow you manage your basic bookkeeping\nCashflow planning and forecasting\nHow to pay yourself (legally)\nHow to make sure you don’t run out of money\n\n\n\nBook your place here URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/event/financial-workshop-10/ LOCATION:The Robinson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BBGA-EVENT-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260805T152058Z CREATED:20260805T152058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T152058Z UID:13188-1792576800-1792584000@blackpoolunlimited.com SUMMARY:Using Quickbooks for the first time with the Blackpool Growth Business Academy DESCRIPTION:Suitable for: Pre Start or early stage businesses  \nWed 21st Oct | 10am til 12pm held on Zoom with Nikki Hesford \nThis workshop is designed for businesses who are moving to a cloud based book keeping system such as Quickbooks for the first time. Leave this session having a good understanding of: \n\nHow to set it up for the first time (linking to the Gov Gateway)\nUnderstanding what it can/cannot do and how it will save you time and money in the long run\nCreating Invoices and getting paid\nReconciling daily transactions\nRunning basic reports and understanding what those reports mean\n\nBook your place here URL:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/event/using-quickbooks-for-the-first-time-with-the-blackpool-growth-business-academy/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackpoolunlimited.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BBGA-EVENT-scaled.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR