newsletter for regenerate pennine lancashire
NOVEMBER 2011: Issue 97
Events
Parting the Cloud - Introduction to Cloud Computing. 
Cloud Computing is one of the biggest subjects within the IT industry and will become a big part of our business digital life. In its simplest form it is a method of securely running applications/resources which are accessed on-demand over the Internet.
This FREE breakfast seminar from Regenerate's Lancashire Innovation Network will give you an insight into the diverse range of online cloud based services available from leading companies such as Microsoft, Google and Zoho which are low cost and help you understand the opportunities and benefits that exist to move your business forward.
Date: Thursday 15th November, 8:30am-10:30am
Venue: The Conference Room, The Globe Centre, St James Square, Accrington BB5 0RE...Find out more and Book Online
IsWindTech Roadshow 
This event is aimed at small businesses (including farms) who are considering, but maybe not sure about, small wind turbine technology for their site. Come along to this free event and receive information from our expert speakers on the specifics of wind turbine technology, planning and finance as well as the opportunity to sign up for a free feasibility study.
Date: 30th November 2011, 10:30-13:30
Venue: The Conference Centre, The Globe Centre, St James Square Accrington BB5 0RE...Find out more
News
Regenerate successfully secure the Regional Growth Fund for Lancashire
Regenerate Pennine Lancashire submitted the bid in partnership with the Pennine Lancashire Local Authorities and also brokered partnerships between Lancashire County Council, University of Central Lancashire, Lancaster University and the Lancashire Chambers of Commerce.
The Accelerating Business Growth in Lancashire (ABG) scheme will be designed to meet the needs of local advanced manufacturing SMEs by offering them capital investment for expansion projects, including premises, plant and machinery. Participating companies are also expected to offer graduate internships, apprenticeships or adopt carbon and energy saving targets. The project will be delivered across the whole county. Following the successful due dilligence process, the project is expected to start in 2012. To find out more and register your interest in the new project....Read More and Contact Us
Regenerate has launched a bursary fund for young entrepreneurs who have shown a real flair for business. The Pennine Lancashire Youth Enterprise Fund is a financial bursary for young people aged 14-25 who can demonstrate outstanding enterprising behaviour....Follow us on Facebook.
Funding is available for a number of items including training, qualifications, educational visits, equipment, research, business start up costs and specialist materials....Read More
What's new in Finance & Services
Regenerate has developed an online directory called Finance & Services which contains information on local grants, loans and funded services. Here is one of the latest schemes available to local businesses;
Think Food & Drink
A FREE business support programme for North West Food and Drink manufacturers offered by Enterprise4all. A total of 5 half day workshops are available to support Food & Drink businesses in the North West: Marketing for Ethnic and Indigenous Markets, Marketing Utilising Social Media, Finance Tools and Finance Planning for your Growth, Managing Effective Credit Control, Accessing Supply Chains and Targeting Retailers, Understanding the Market Opportunities.....Read More
What's new in the Library
Regenerate have created a Library section on our website which houses useful articles, downloads or links. Here is one of the latest articles;
Seasonal Online Marketing 
Is Christmas a key time for generating business income?
Have you started your plans for your On-Line Christmas marketing? If not maybe you had better get going. Here are a few tips that may help you to formulate your Christmas campaign, or Mothers day or Easter or any other seasonal marketing opportunity.....Read More
Enterprise & Employment Case Studies
Curry on regardless
The Curry Stall is a family run business based in the new market, currently forming part of the Blackburn mall extension in Blackburn Town Centre.  They specialise in fresh home made curries and light snacks either served hot on site or takeaway.
Hanif Mogra the owner of the business moved from the old 3 day market on Penny Street to the new Mall market site. He contacted Regenerate in early 2011 for assistance in this transition to the new site......Read More
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