New creative technologies are changing the way we do businesses, driving up productivity and opening up new products and markets.

As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Royal Holloway, University of London and Business Runnymede invite you to a Creative Technologies learning and networking event at the Everyman Cinema in Egham on Wednesday 16 November at 5.30pm. Come and find out about:

• How businesses are using immersive technologies to develop new innovative ways of working.

• How Royal Holloway, University of London is helping businesses to tell stories using the next generation of tech.

• Plans to support businesses which are working in CreaTech: where creativity interacts with emerging technologies

Bringing together entrepreneurs, academics, and business leaders for an evening of inspiration and connections.

Did you know that your business can now access government-funded business advice and support? The Enterprise M3 Growth Hub offers a wide variety of services/programmes to suit the varying needs of businesses - from helping you grow and find funding to assisting with digital acceleration, staffing and training.

The River Thames Scheme is launching a six-week consultation for Surrey residents and businesses to have their say on new plans to strengthen flood defences in Runnymede and create more access to green spaces and sustainable travel routes.

Local businesses are encouraged to share their thoughts on the plans. A consultation on the scheme will be open from Tuesday 8 November until Tuesday 20 December 2022. A number of exhibitions will be taking place across Surrey, giving you the opportunity to speak to members of the team, learn more about the project and submit comments. Businesses may also be interested in opportunities to help the Environment Agency deliver the project as part of their supply chain.

Find out how to attend the exhibitions, or how to share your comments, by clicking the link below.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available for our inaugural business awards, which will be launched in the new year. Packages start from just £500 and are a great opportunity to raise awareness of your business within the local community. Sponsoring allows your business to judge an individual category and to attend the awards ceremony in May.

For more information, or to receive a copy of our sponsorship brochure, contact Paul Hadfield on 07909 398523 or email [email protected]

The Surrey Skills Summit will bring together local leaders, employers, and training providers to collaborate and boost skills across Surrey.

Come along to hear about the launch of the Surrey Skills Plan, providing attendees with the opportunity to explore key recommendations and actions together and focus on how the plan can benefit the local community and enhance Surrey’s skills system.

Thursday 10 November

⏰ 9:30am - 2:30pm

SMEs play a critical role in enabling the £188bn worth of trade that passes through Heathrow each year, alongside the millions of passengers that travel through the airport. Find out what opportunities are available for SMEs to be part of sustainable supply chains at this free event.

Tuesday 15 November

⏰ 9:30am - 4:15pm

Meet other Surrey businesses and expand your network at the FSB’s next virtual Connect Networking Event

Come along to hear from their guest speaker, Shakuntla Joshua, from the Alpha Delta Sierra Marketing Agency, on attracting customers to your website.

Friday 18 November

⏰ 12pm - 1pm

Join us on social media, where we will be posting regular updates on our Twitter and Instagram accounts. Our LinkedIn account has now moved to:

Runnymede Borough Council LinkedIn

Using social media has become an important tool for success this year, we've seen some really inventive ideas and ways of engaging with customers.

Come and say hello and follow us! We are happy to share your posts and profiles.