What will the workshops cover?
Our dedicated workshop leaders design each session as an interactive and dynamic learning experience, tailored to the unique perspective of women in entrepreneurship. Regardless of your background, whether you’re new to these topics or have extensive experience, our workshops are designed to empower and enlighten you.
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Workshop timetable
Personal Foundations: Creating a Blueprint for your Business
Networking and mentorship are vital for emerging entrepreneurs, particularly women with STEM backgrounds. This dynamic workshop is designed to arm you with the know-how to build a strong business network, forge lasting relationships, and stand out from the crowd. The workshop includes hands-on tasks and activities to help you build powerful connections, craft compelling narratives, and increase your visibility in the entrepreneurial world.
- Date: Tuesday 9 April 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:00
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
Cleary focused financial management is crucial for sustainability, growth, and entrepreneurial success. This workshop allows participants to take actionable steps in understanding financial management and fundraising strategies for start-ups. It combines hands-on activities with in-depth analysis, ensuring that participants are equipped with practical skills and knowledge to sustain their business ventures.
- Date: Wednesday 24 April 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
Strong and effective negotiation skills are a game-changer in the entrepreneurial landscape, particularly for female founders. This workshop helps you explore and optimize your negotiation styles by equipping you with the tools and knowledge to boldly navigate the business world, advocate for your interests, and overcome barriers. You’ll also learn about the power of emotional intelligence in creating value (for all parties) in your negotiations.
- Date: Wednesday 8 May 2024
- Time: 17:30-21:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
In the contemporary business environment, companies are compelled to tackle pressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues while driving innovation. This workshop serves as a foundation for creating responsible and sustainable models that are rooted in ESG principles. This workshop equips you with the knowledge and practical tools to pioneer positive change through entrepreneurship, fostering social impact and sustainability.
- Date: Tuesday 21 May 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
Innovate, Adapt, Thrive
From patents to copyrights, learn to leverage intellectual property to safeguard your innovations and ideas. This workshop guides you through the intricacies of IP, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate tech transfer and commercialisation effectively. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a good understanding of how to protect your creations and bring them to the market, making your IP strategy work for your business.
- Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
- Time: 18:00-21:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
Dive into the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to delivery. Explore the principles of user-centred design and discover how to create products with seamless user experiences. By the end of this workshop, you’ll be well-versed in the art of developing products that not only meet user needs but exceed their expectations.
- Date: Saturday 22 June 2024
- Time: 10:00-14:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
In today’s ever-evolving tech-driven landscape, businesses must navigate constant technological shifts. This workshop delves into the nuances of adapting and innovating within diverse scientific and technical domains. You’ll explore innovative alternatives, challenge traditional models, and understand how they can reshape markets. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical insights and a strategic mindset to effectively adapt your business model to the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in your domain.
- Date: Tuesday 2 July 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:00
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
In a fast-paced digital landscape mastering digital growth is crucial for reaching and engaging your target audience. This workshop is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of effective techniques for rapid, cost-effective growth. You’ll learn how to gain market traction and successfully scale your ventures in the digital realm.
- Date: Tuesday 16 July 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:00
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
What does the world of lean startup methodologies look like? Explore rapid prototyping, gain insights from customer feedback, and embrace iterative development. Learn to swiftly launch products, adapt based on data, and pivot when necessary. By examining the key value elements of your Business Model Canvas, Lean principles help identify the fastest and most effective way to answer a specific question, solve a problem, or test an idea. This workshop equips you with the skills to stay agile and responsive in a competitive business landscape and understand product-market fit.
- Date: Saturday 14 September 2024
- Time: 10:00-14:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
Trailblazing Entrepreneurship: Conquering Change and Seizing Opportunity
In today’s dynamic business landscape, unforeseen challenges are a constant. This workshop delves into effective strategies for crisis management and resilience-building. You’ll gain practical insights into crisis communication, contingency planning, and the tools needed to navigate turbulent times while maintaining resilience.
- Date: Wednesday 25 September 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:00
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
In the entrepreneurial journey, the ability to craft a compelling pitch and nurture investor relationships is paramount. This workshop will teach and help you tailor your pitches to leave a lasting impact and targeting the right investors. You’ll also learn the art of building and managing investor relationships, a key component in securing the resources to bring your ideas to fruition.
- Date: Tuesday 15 October 2024
- Time: 17:00-21:00
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School
Embark on a journey into the realm of cutting-edge technologies and trends, spearheaded by influential female innovators. This is a Showcase Day of transformative technologies shaping the future. See first-hand rising stars of EnterpriseWOMEN as they reshape traditional industries, providing invaluable insights and a glimpse into the future.
- Date: Thursday 24 October 2024
- Time: 10:00-14:30
- Location: Cambridge Judge Business School