April 2022
Funding #2 event
Our conversation on Funding continues, our next guest is Andrew Shadrake. We invite you to join us on Tuesday 5th April, 12pm-1pm. Andrew will speak about an under-used method of raising finance - Loan Stock. This is a simple way for CICs (and other social enterprises) to raise money from people whom they already know and support what they are doing. Andrew is a core member of the Local Spark team with expertise in less well-known ways of raising money. Here is…
Find out more »May 2022
Let’s talk about the Local Entrepreneur Forum
Remember Torbay’s 1st Local Entrepreneur Forum that took place in June 2019 at the Lucky 7 Club in central Paignton? How about we run a second one? Join us on Tuesday 10 May at 12pm to explore what is the Local Entrepreneur Forum and how it can be a powerful catalyst for a vibrant, bustling, and abundant new economy here in Torbay. Jay Tompt, one of our co-founders, is involved with this project and will share insights from the experience of running the Local…
Find out more »July 2022
Summer Social Enterprise Celebration!
Torbay Social Enterprise Network It’s been far too long, so let’s get together and celebrate each other, the great work we’re all doing, and our fantastic sunny (we hope!) summertime! This will also be a chance to share ideas on some important topics like how do we build momentum in creating a thriving social economy in Torbay and South Devon; how will ‘community wealth building’ create opportunities; how can we weave a supportive ecosystem around us. We’ll have lots time…
Find out more »September 2022
Green, Social, Local – how regenerative enterprise can lift Torbay and how YOU can start one
Green, social and local enterprise can create jobs and lift our local economy. Join us and learn how you can play a role, maybe even start one up yourself!
Find out more »October 2022
Doughnut Economics – could it work for Torbay?
Doughnut Economics for Torbay? It could be fantastic way to get involved in making local change happen. Join us!
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