Business Breakfast Networking Event - Centre for SME & Enterprise Development
Wednesday 4th February 2026 08:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Media Factory, University of Lancashire, Preston, PR1 2HE
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SMEs are invited to join us for an inspiring breakfast event designed to empower SMEs with practical tools, insights, and opportunities to grow and innovate.
Join us - Environmental, Social, Governance, (ESG), for SMEs: Stop Guessing, Start Implementing
Join the Centre for SME & Enterprise Development, membership is free!
Small businesses are being told to "do ESG"—but nobody is explaining what this actually means in practice. We're delighted to be joined by our very own Dr Stephen Haraldsen, Senior Lecturer in Executive Education, and Martin Brelsford, Sales Director, NORi HR for this fast-paced session which will aim to cut through the noise and show you why ESG, (Environmental, Social, Governance), matters for SMEs, what’s changing in UK employment law, and exactly how to get your business ready without wasting time or money.
Who should attend?
- Business owners with 1–50 employees
- Anyone responsible for HR, compliance, or staff
- SMEs aiming for government or supply chain contracts
- Leaders who know they need proper policies but don’t know where to start
And as always, at our events, you'll hear about the latest business support available from the University including information about internships and how you can recruit our talented students and graduates.
We hope you are able to join us!
