What is #BLLive?
Don't miss Business Lincolnshire Live (#BLLive), our new series of monthly live-streamed shows dedicated to exploring the topics vital to Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland's business communities. #BLLive will be streamed to this page and across social media, and is your chance to have your say on the business issues that matter most to you!
Every session, you'll be able to send in your questions and get them answered live by our team of experts, as well as say hello to special guests from around the county who will be dialling in to share their knowledge and expertise with you.
What are the shows for?
#BLLive is the opportunity for us to actively listen and engage with businesses across Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland, so we can continue to provide the best support possible. Each month, we'll be sharing the many programmes and support schemes that are available from Lincolnshire County Council and the Business Lincolnshire Growth Hub, so you have all of the support you need to grow your business!
What we'll cover:
- Grant funding – The funding schemes available to support the innovation and development of your business
- Business support – Find out more about the guidance and support available through the Business Lincolnshire Growth Hub
- Business facilities – Information on office space and Lincolnshire County Council properties across the county
- Learning resources – The workshops, seminars and training available to you and your business
- The local economy – We'll be taking a look at the different areas of Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland and our local economy, with a focus on sectors such as agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, education and technology.
When can I watch and what is this month's topic?
Our last #BL Live Show was on Tuesday 22nd November.
This show is all about leveraging international trade through importing and exporting and how it could help to grow your business in new and exciting ways. We will cover the plethora of support available across Greater Lincolnshire, whether you’re new to international trade or a veteran looking to exploit new markets.
Richard Mawer will kick off the show by providing an overview of the diverse support on offer to county-based SMEs through the Growth Hub, before handing over to three import and export experts to delve a little deeper into the details.
Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce, International Trade Coach, Eve Farley, will discuss key considerations for those businesses wishing to start their export journey and how best to prepare for success. International Trade Adviser from the Department for International Trade, Heather Martin, will talk about how the DIT help businesses explore and access support to help them export successfully.
The Export Department Managing Director, Andrea Collins, will share details of the programme on offer to assist businesses who are either exporting or importing and require specialist support and guidance in navigating the complexities of trading and ensuring compliance with trade regulations post EU exit
Look forward to seeing you at the show!
How do I watch?
- Attend the LinkedIn Event - We recommend viewing the live shows through LinkedIn and we will set up a LinkedIn event for each show – so make sure you are following the Business Lincolnshire LinkedIn Business Page.
You can also view the show on:
- Web - Bookmarking this page and return here on the date of each show to view
- Twitter – Make sure you follow @BusinessLincs and go to our feed to view the show on the day
- Facebook – Make sure you like the Business Lincolnshire Facebook
- YouTube – You can also view the event on the LCC YouTube Channel – please subscribe and visit on the day of the show, it will be under "live streams."
Can I ask questions and engage with the live show?
The best way to engage live with the shows is to attend the LinkedIn Event and use the chat function – you can also ask questions through commenting on the event and take part in the pre-show polls for each event.
Will there be a recording of each show if I can’t make it?
Yes, after each show a recording will be posted on the Business Lincolnshire LinkedIn page, on the YouTube Channel and here on this page.
Watch past shows
Episode #1 - Peer Network programme
Episode #2 - Building a Digital Support Community
Episode #5 - Your People Are Your Business
Episode #6 - Driving Growth Through Exporting
Episode #7 - From Farming Challenges Today to Future Sustainable Supply Tomorrow
Episode #8 - Manufacturing Lincs
Episode #9 - Next Level Scale Up
Episode #10 - Business Resilience
Episode #11 - Tips for Future-Proofing Your Business
Episode #12 - Creative Catalyst - Realise Your Growth, Creatively
Episode #13 - Starting Up In Business
Episode #14 - The Growing Through Importing & Exporting Show