May - Aug 2009

News archive: May - Aug 2009

From brainwave to business
19/08/09

Come to our next Inspiring Entrepreneurs event, 'From Brainwave to Business', a chance to hear from star entrepreneurs who've made the most of their IP, including Katharine Hamnett.

Expert advice from two Bulldogs
11/08/09

Meet Simon Duffy and Rhodri Ferrier, founders of Bulldog Natural Grooming. They're offering free one-to-one advice sessions for entrepreneurs in the Centre in September. Apply now to learn from their experiences and get their thoughts on your business.

New promotional video: Making it as an Entrepreneur
04/08/09

Watch our new trailer for our highly successful 'Making it as an Entrepreneur' workshop with life-coach, business coach and motivational speaker Rasheed Ogunlaru.

Free research from our experts
30/07/09

We're offering London businesses three hours free research from our expert Research Service. Whether you want a patent search or want to investigate your market but don't have the time, apply for our free offer.

Inventor in Residence helps over 200 people
23/07/09

Mark Sheahan, the Centre's 'Inventor in Residence', has given free advice and support to over 200 inventors and innovators. Inventors can apply for a session with Mark and gain feedback on their ideas and help with moving them forward.

Try our e-courses on intellectual property
17/07/09

If you've got a business or invention idea and aren't sure how to take it further, our free online courses can point you in the right direction.

Surviving and Thriving: Controlling costs to boost your business
07/07/09

Our latest Inspiring Entrepreneurs event on 14 July is all about managing your finances, including cash flow, budgeting, cutting costs and working with suppliers.

Free Open Evenings in the Centre
06/07/09

Find out about our upcoming free open evenings at the Library, including 'why to enter awards and how to win them' and 'how to be a successful therapist'.

Our success story of the month: Sabina Ali
24/06/09

After a career designing for the high street, Sabina Ali set up her own business to sell glamorous wedding dresses that can be worn again and again after the big day.

Marketing Maestros: Few days to go!
17/06/09

On 22 June we’ll be holding the latest event in our ‘British Library and HSBC Inspiring Entrepreneurs’ series. We’ve got a fantastic line up of speakers: Will King (King of Shaves), Simon Calver (LOVEFiLM), Tristram Mayhew (Go Ape) and Ajaz Ahmed (AKQA).

Launch of She’s Ingenious!
16/06/09

Launch event at the Library for 'She's Ingenious!', a fantastic new website for female inventors and entrepreneurs.

Recession Report: How we’re supporting you in the recession
12/06/09

We've been talking to some of our users to find out how the recession has affected them. Find out how the Centre can help you become recession-proof.

Welcome to our new website
01/06/09

We’ve just launched our brand new website, with an easy-to-use layout and handy features. The new design should help you find the information you need as easily as possible. Find out about the new tools and start exploring the site.