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Cool Ventures

Cool Ventures provide free business support for businesses & residents based in South Glos and B&NES
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28/08/2025

What’s on your September business to-do list? 🍂

Maybe you’re ready to sharpen your productivity, attract new customers, or give your online presence a boost — whatever your goals, our free, expert-led workshops are here to help.

Coming up this month:
✅ How to be Productive and Get Stuff Done – 10 Sept, 10am–1pm
🌐 How to Improve Your Website’s Ranking – 17 Sept, 10am–1pm
📝 How to Write a Successful Business Plan – 23 Sept, 10am–1pm
💡 Sales Made Simple: Win More Customers – 24 Sept, 10am–1pm

👉 Book your spot: https://coolventures.co.uk/training/

Free for South Glos & B&NES residents and small businesses, funded by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.

27/08/2025

✨ Are you a small business owner feeling burnt out? You’re not alone — and you deserve a break! 💆‍♀️

Finding balance isn’t just good for you, it’s good for your business too. Our latest blog shares practical ways to rest, recharge, and return with fresh energy. 🌱

👉 Follow the link to read. https://tinyurl.com/4tw58y2t

26/08/2025

Are you a new business exploring the best platforms to promote yourself? 📣

Our fully funded ‘Instagram Strategies for Small Businesses’ workshop📱 will help you to promote your business on Instagram and master its functions.

Led by social media marketing expert Ruth Southorn, you’ll gain insider tips on how businesses can thrive on Instagram. 💡

📅 Date: 9th September, 10am – 1pm

🔗 Book now: https://tinyurl.com/2tjfy6n8

This workshop is funded for South Gloucestershire and Bath and North East Somerset sole traders, microbusinesses and entrepreneurs.

Fully funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

21/08/2025

Our friends at Bath Social Impact Network are hosting The Income Exchange — a relaxed breakfast event with funders, bid writers & social value experts ready to share advice.

📅 Thurs 4th Sept, 8–9:30am
📍 The Artpad, Bath

A great opportunity to connect, learn & explore fresh income opportunities for your organisation.

🔗 Book here: https://tinyurl.com/2xvftr4j

21/08/2025

🤯 Ever sit down to work… and somehow end up looking like this?
Yep, we’ve all been there.

If you’re feeling easily distracted and struggling to focus, we’ve got a free online session on 10th Sept where Amy Morse will share practical tips to help you get back on track. ⏳💼

🔗 Book now: https://tinyurl.com/mrxvnebt

Fully funded for South Glos & B&NES small businesses through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.

20/08/2025

Are you looking to set up a business but don’t know where to start? 💡
Our fully funded ‘Starting in Business’ workshop will be perfect for those looking to take the first steps.

Run by our business start-up expert Emma Smith, you’ll learn if setting up a business is right for you. 📈

📅 Date: 28th August, 6pm – 9pm

To find out more follow the link. Book today! https://tinyurl.com/49w24k7j

This workshop is funded by the UK Government for South Gloucestershire and Bath and North East Somerset residents.

20/08/2025

🍂 What are your business goals this September?

From boosting productivity to attracting more customers, our fully funded workshops are here to support you. ✨

📍 Explore more & book via the link https://coolventures.co.uk/training/!

19/08/2025

🤝 Are you a local business looking to grow your network?

Join our fully funded networking session and connect with like-minded businesses in a relaxed and welcoming space.

Our next meet-up will be at Keynsham Library & Community Centre — a great chance to share ideas, make connections, and grow your business community.

📅 Date: 5th September
🕙 Time: 10am – 12pm

Follow the link book a place https://tinyurl.com/4zpcedrs

This session is fully funded by the UK Government for Bath and North East Somerset small business owners and entrepreneurs.

14/08/2025

✨ Got a side hustle you're passionate about? It might be time to take it to the next level!

Join us for our fully funded FROM SIDE HUSTLE TO START UP workshop with our business outreach adviser Amy Morse on 24th September, 10am–1pm.

Whether you're just starting out or ready to go all in, this session will give you the tools and confidence to take the leap.

📍 The Studio, Bath BA1 2NH
🔗 Sign up now via the link: https://tinyurl.com/2dr2fu49

Open to South Glos & B&NES residents and small businesses, fully funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

14/08/2025

Are you a business owner wanting to manage your workforce with more confidence?

Join our fully funded workshop and learn the correct processes for handling employee issues effectively.

HR in Your Business: What You Need to Know to Get Started will be delivered by The HR Dept and is designed to give you practical, actionable advice.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 23rd September
🕥 Time: 10:30am – 11:30am

If you’re ready to strengthen your HR skills, we’d love to welcome you!

🔗 Book your place: https://tinyurl.com/5x4ajjtm

HR Essentials is a West of England Mayoral Combined Authority initiative, delivered in partnership with the Good Employment Charter, Cool Ventures and HR Dept to support businesses across the region.

12/08/2025

Taking your social media marketing to the next level can feel impossible! 😩
With our fully funded Next Level Social Media workshop, you can step up your content and get your business the recognition it deserves. 📱

Led by social media expert Ruth Southorn, you’ll learn smarter ways to reach customers and time-saving tricks.

📅 Date: 19th August, 10am – 1pm

🔗 Book or find out more: https://tinyurl.com/3ka7zmaa

This workshop is fully funded for South Gloucestershire and Bath and North East Somerset small businesses and residents.

Fully funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

07/08/2025

We love hearing reviews like this! 💬
The best part of our jobs is seeing your businesses succeed and comments like this show us how we have helped you.

Nicky has accessed a variety of our support including, 1-2-1 support, webinars and our B&NES female peer network group.

We have enjoyed seeing her on her business journey whilst accessing our support! 🌱

Nicky is a life coach for working mums, if you are a business owner yourself, have a look at what she can do to help. https://nickybevan.com/

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7 High Street
Chipping Sodbury
BS376BA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

01225 580850

Website

http://coolventures.co.uk/workshops

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