Business Events
The Hive is a valuable centre for businesses, as a provider of specialist resources and as a meeting and training venue.
Impress your customers and colleagues by holding your meeting in The Hive using one of the eight meeting rooms or the 50 seater studio, perfect for conferences or for large presentations.
The dedicated Business Centre is located on Level 2 of The Hive. The Centre is an access point for specialist resources, features a collection of well-appointed meeting rooms, all equipped with the latest technology and is the venue for regular business breakfast meetings, workshops and drop-in sessions.
Midweek Business Coffee & Chat
Wednesday 18 September, 8:30am-10:30am
These monthly informal business networking events are a relaxed place where you can meet other SMEs and start-ups. Everyone is welcome no matter how big or small your business is.
Free, drop in.
Raspberry Pi: History, Current Use and Future Development
Thursday 19 September, 6pm-9pm
Join this month's speaker, Robert Bilsland, who will delve into the fascinating world of Raspberry Pi computers.
Free, book your place here.
Business Start-Up Essentials
Wednesday 25 September, 5:30pm-7pm
Are you thinking of starting a business or becoming self-employed in Worcestershire? Or would you like to know what resources are available to help grow your business? Join us to learn what is available to you through the BIPC centre and Worcestershire Libraries.
Free, book your place here.
Intellectual Property Clinic
Thursday 26 September, 3pm-4:30pm
Everyone has some form of Intellectual Property (IP), and when you start a business you will create IP. The value of this should not be overlooked and it should be protected. During these drop-in clinics you will learn what IP you have in your business and how to protect it.
Free, book your place here.
What All Start-Ups Need To Know And Often Don't About Intellectual Property
Thursday 26 September, 6pm-7pm
What is Intellectual Property and why do you need to protect it? This presentation explains the basics.
Free, book your place here.
Business & IP Centre (BIPC)
Worcestershire libraries are the home of Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Worcestershire, providing free and accessible business advice, support, information and resources you can trust to help you on your business journey.
Whether you’re just starting out, need advice on protecting your assets, or are ready to take the next step in your business journey, Business & IP Centre Worcestershire can help.
BIPC run regular webinars, 1-1 appointments and events to support you and your business. We also subscribe to valuable market and company intelligence that can help you to strengthen and expand your business. Visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/BIPC to find out more.