Business events in Leeds
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91 events in the next 30 days for Leeds, 33 in person: 17 on the map at their venue, 4 at their town (exact place not known) and 12 not on the map (no place given).
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Monday 2 November
10:00
How to work with a freight forwarder
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on the role a freight forwarder can play when selling goods internationally, for businesses that sell overseas.
11:00
Surgery session with Innovate UK Business Connect
Online · United Kingdom · Innovate UK Business Connect
A surgery session on the Testing and validating underground hydrogen storage components competition, run by Innovate UK Business Connect.
11:00
Turning market trends into global growth for financial services and related firms
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A webinar on identifying international demand trends and the practical support available to access new markets.
Tuesday 3 November
All day
Managing Difficult and Emotionally Sensitive Conversations
Online · York and North Yorkshire · York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub
An online session on approaching challenging workplace discussions more effectively, for managers.
09:00
Understanding strategic priorities shaping the NHS landscape
Leeds General Infirmary · Leeds · West Yorkshire Business Growth Hub
Event on strategic priorities shaping the NHS landscape.
09:30
Emergency First Aid at Work
104 Briggate · Leeds · LeedsBID · Free
Learn life saving skills in this one day training course
10:30
Webinar for potential applicants: Manufacturing Scale-up Network Plus
Online · United Kingdom · UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
An online webinar giving more information about the funding opportunity, with a chance to ask questions.
11:00
Unlocking Space for Business: Environmental Intelligence and Emissions Grant Call Briefing Webinar
Online · United Kingdom · UK Space Agency
A briefing webinar from the UK Space Agency on the grant call, with questions answered from prospective applicants.
11:00
Applicant webinar: UK Space Agency Unlocking Space for Business competition
Online · United Kingdom · UK Space Agency
Online webinar giving an overview of the competition, the challenge statements and the application process, with questions from participants.
12:00
Identifying your customers and competitors
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session teaching simple market research techniques to identify opportunities and grow a business.
12:00
Webinar for potential applicants: Advancing solutions for critical mineral production and recycling
Online · UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
Webinar giving more information about the funding opportunity, with a chance to ask questions.
15:00
AI for analytics and reporting
Online · Lancashire · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Explores how AI can streamline reporting processes, find hidden patterns and speed up analysis.
Wednesday 4 November
09:00
Diplomatic Advisory Hub presents: Introduction to Australia as an export and investment destination
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session with UK and Australian experts on opportunities in Australia for exporters and investors.
10:00
How to use AI to scale up your marketing efforts
Online · Lancashire · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Shows which AI tools can help monitor marketing KPIs and measure campaigns by region.
10:30
Cyber Security Workshop
104 Briggate Office · Leeds · LeedsBID · Free
Join this interactive workshop to gain cyber resilience skills to strengthen your organisation
11:00
Beyond Grants and Investment: Unlocking Value from Innovation
West Yorkshire · West Yorkshire Business Growth Hub
Event on unlocking value from innovation beyond grants and investment.
11:00
Your first senior finance resource: Getting the timing (and the choice) right
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on when to add senior financial support and how to choose the right expertise for growth.
14:00
EIT HEI Overview of Call for Proposals 2026 info session
Online
First information session on the EIT Higher Education Initiative Call for Proposals 2026.
14:30
DesignHer Networking: Peer Mentoring
Leeds · Buttercrumble · Free to join the network; ticket price not stated
A DesignHer peer networking gathering in Leeds for women and gender-diverse people in the creative industries.
19:00
Strive Live Start-Up Incubator: weekly online sessions
Online · York and North Yorkshire · Enterprise CUBE
Weekly live online training for start-ups, with one-to-one advice, run as part of the Strive Live Start-Up Incubator for grassroots entrepreneurs in York and North Yorkshire.
19:00
Strive Live Start-Up Incubator
Online · York and North Yorkshire
A start-up incubator with weekly live online training and one-to-one advice for people starting or launching a business based in York & North Yorkshire.
Thursday 5 November
All day
Cyber Security Awareness Course
Online · Yorkshire and the Humber · Made Smarter Yorkshire · Free
A practical online session for manufacturers' Cyber Security Champions who are new to cyber security.
All day
All day
Seminar – Mock Employment Tribunal – 5 November 2026
29 King St, Leeds, LS1 2HL · Leeds · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce
A seminar where the hearing of an Employment Tribunal case is shown, covering how tribunals approach allegations of sexual harassment, for employers.
All day
Yorkshire Lawyer Leadership Group 2
Yorkshire and the Humber
A lawyer leadership group event in Yorkshire.
All day
Online briefing event for Investor Partnerships - National Materials Innovation Programme 1
Online · United Kingdom · Innovate UK
Online briefing on the competition, for businesses interested in applying.
10:00
Current situation in the Middle East: Risks and opportunities for business
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A practical briefing on geopolitical, security and economic developments in the Middle East and Pakistan and their implications for business risk.
11:00
IP in the real world: Practical know-how for start ups and SMEs
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Intellectual property experts share practical commercial advice for start ups and SMEs using real-life examples.
Friday 6 November
08:30
The future of Healthtech innovation
Leeds United A.F.C · Leeds · Health Innovation Yorkshire and Humber
Event on the future of healthtech innovation and West Yorkshire's health tech cluster.
11:00
Growth Cohort drop-in session (Friday 6 November)
United Kingdom · Innovate UK
Drop-in session for potential applicants to the low carbon concrete Growth Cohort.
11:00
Growth Cohorts drop in session 1
United Kingdom · Innovate UK
A drop in session for potential applicants to the low-carbon concrete Growth Cohort competition.
11:00
Drop in session (first) for Growth Cohorts: Next-gen low carbon concrete cohort entry Round 2
Online · United Kingdom · Innovate UK
Drop in session on the competition.
Monday 9 November
All day
Export Support Hub
West Yorkshire · West Yorkshire Business Growth Hub
Export support hub business advice clinics.
10:00
Export Accelerator: Finding the right international market
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session showing a simple, data-driven way to identify and prioritise export markets for a product or service.
10:00
Export Controls: Stay compliant and ship with confidence
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Explains how to classify goods, understand licensing requirements and stay compliant when trading internationally.
11:00
How to use AI to understand your ideal customer
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session showing how to use AI to identify and prioritise the audiences most likely to buy your products or services.
11:00
Working with customs agents and intermediaries
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on customs agent responsibilities, liability risks and compliance best practice for traders.
12:00
Ready for the Gulf? How UK SMEs can finance and grow their exports
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on the finance, insurance and support available to help UK SMEs win contracts and export with confidence.
12:00
From Exhibition Strategy to Export Growth
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on using exhibitions to identify opportunities, enter new markets and build international business.
13:00
How to build a £50 million eCommerce business from your kitchen table
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A talk by Barry Tong on the lessons and challenges behind building a leading UK marketplace business.
13:00
Untapped or underestimated? Africa's opportunity for UK businesses
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on opportunities in Africa's fast-growing markets and how UK businesses can unlock export potential.
14:00
Selling goods into India: An overview of FTA benefits
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
An introduction to the actions a business may need to take before sending goods to India under the FTA agreement.
14:00
The Website Gap: 10 questions every business should ask before hiring a web developer
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
A session on ten questions to ask before hiring a web developer, to avoid costly website mistakes.
15:00
Boundless ambition: A success story from Somerset to Singapore
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
An conversation with Talia Slade of Boundless, a Bristol-based snack brand, about its growth.
15:00
Entering Latin American infrastructure markets: Opportunities, CPTPP and finance with Santander
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session on infrastructure opportunities in Chile, Mexico and Peru, CPTPP market access and securing finance in Latin America, for UK businesses.
Tuesday 10 November
All day
Managing Risk within the Charity Sector
Hazlewood Castle · Yorkshire and the Humber · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce · Free
A free seminar on managing key risks facing the charity sector, for Yorkshire charity leaders and senior team members working in the third sector.
All day
Manufacturing Scale-up Research and Innovation webinar
Online · United Kingdom · UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
A webinar giving more information about the funding opportunity and a chance to ask questions, for potential applicants.
09:00
The emotion economy: how to build trust that actually converts in Australia and New Zealand
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session on building commercial trust with consumers and losing customers in Australia and New Zealand, for UK brands.
09:30
Conflict Management Workshop
104 Briggate Office · Leeds · LeedsBID · Free
Learn how to identify and manage conflict in the workplace using resolution strategies.
10:00
Protecting your brand overseas: IP essentials for exporting businesses
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online guidance on protecting intellectual property when trading overseas, for exporting businesses.
10:00
Implementation dialogue on research security
Berlaymont · United Kingdom
Public debate on research security under Horizon Europe.
10:00
Protect Your Brand: Trade Marks Made Simple for Growing Businesses
The Rose Bowl · Leeds · AD:VENTURE · Free
Protect your business's most valuable asset. Join intellectual property specialists Hepworth Browne for a practical workshop on trade marks.
10:00
Export Accelerator: What is the best route to market? Agents, Distributors, Direct?
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session on choosing between agents, distributors and direct sales as a route to market for exporting.
11:00
Master AI prompting for business: The new core business skill
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Practical online webinar teaching basic AI prompting to get more accurate and useful results for business.
11:00
UK and EU CBAM: What it means for UK traders
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session on reporting obligations, emissions data and compliance when trading with the EU under CBAM.
11:00
Get Incoterms® right: Reduce risk and ship with clarity
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session on managing costs, risks and responsibilities and choosing Incoterms for international trade.
11:00
Is AI Recommending Your Business Overseas?
Online · Greater Manchester · GM Business Growth Hub
An online session on how to boost international visibility with AI, with speaker Emma Jones, GEO expert.
12:00
Immigration changes on the horizon - what HR teams need to know (HR professionals session)
Online · Lancashire · Afterathena Limited
Focuses on key immigration issues for HR professionals and those responsible for overseas workers.
12:00
EU packaging rules: PPWR explained
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online webinar on the EU's new packaging rules, compliance requirements and preparation steps for businesses.
12:00
When accidents become claims: Understanding employer liability
Online · Lancashire · Afterathena Limited
Covers when responsibility falls on an organisation after an employee, visitor or contractor is injured.
13:00
Top tips for understanding VAT in Europe
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session with tax experts SimplyVAT on VAT implications when trading with Europe.
14:00
European research and innovation days 2026
Brussels · United Kingdom · European Commission
Conference on EU research and innovation, held in Brussels with live streaming available.
14:00
Unlock US growth with Amazon: A practical guide for UK exporters
Online · United Kingdom · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Free
Online session on expanding into the US market through Amazon, for UK exporters.
Wednesday 11 November
09:30
Starting a Business Confidently
Online · Greater Manchester · GM Business Growth Hub
A session for individuals looking to start a business, covering legal requirements and key steps in the first year.
Thursday 12 November
08:30
Could your Manufacturing Business Survive a Cyberattack?
UTC Leeds · Leeds · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce · Free
Protect your business, reputation and data with practical cyber security advice, funding and a hands-on cyber-exercise.
12:00
The Rising Value of Leadership in a Changing World
Harewood House Trust · Leeds · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce · £250
Executive and Patrons Members are invited to join us for networking and a two-course lunch with guest speaker, Nathan McNee of Dale Carnegie
13:30
Create the Perfect Investment Pitch
Online · York and North Yorkshire · York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub
An online session with investment readiness specialist Charlotte Scott on communicating a business idea to investors or funding panels.
Tuesday 17 November
09:30
MSCA Doctoral Networks 2025 coordinators’ information day
Online · United Kingdom · European Commission
Online information day for coordinators of MSCA Doctoral Networks 2025, with live streaming available.
Wednesday 18 November
09:30
Personal Safety & Self-Defence Training
104 Briggate Office · Leeds · LeedsBID · Free
Increase your awareness of potential risks and identify practical ways to reduce the likelihood of an incident.
10:00
Budget webinar with Jo Tomlinson of Business Works
Online · York and North Yorkshire · Business Works
A webinar to explain the Autumn Budget and what it means for SME business owners.
13:30
Personal Safety & Self-Defence Training
104 Briggate Office · Leeds · LeedsBID · Free
Increase your awareness of potential risks and identify practical ways to reduce the likelihood of an incident.
Thursday 19 November
All day
09:00
AI Show 'n' Tell (November 2026)
The Rose Bowl · Leeds · Greenhouse · Free
Covering practical tips of how we can all apply AI tools to aid our professional and everyday lives.
09:30
Horizon Europe info days—Cluster 5
Brussels · United Kingdom · European Commission
Info days for prospective applicants to Horizon Europe Cluster 5, held in Brussels with live streaming available.
11:00
Growth Cohorts drop in session 2
United Kingdom · Innovate UK
A drop in session for potential applicants to the low-carbon concrete Growth Cohort competition.
11:00
Drop in session (second) for Growth Cohorts: Next-gen low carbon concrete cohort entry Round 2
Online · United Kingdom · Innovate UK
Drop in session on the competition.
11:00
Growth Cohort drop-in session (Thursday 19 November)
United Kingdom · Innovate UK
Drop-in session for potential applicants to the low carbon concrete Growth Cohort.
12:00
Navigating the new public sector procurement landscape
Online · United Kingdom · Cranfield Trust · Free
A free webinar guiding small charities through the new public sector procurement landscape in England.
13:00
Industry workshop - from CO2 emissions to innovation
University of Huddersfield · West Yorkshire · West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Industry workshop on moving from CO2 emissions to innovation.
Friday 20 November
09:15
UK Economic Update for SMEs
Online · United Kingdom · HSBC UK
A webinar with Liz Martins, Senior UK Economist at HSBC, on the latest economic trends and practical takeaways for businesses.
10:00
Financial Foundations for Start Ups: Pricing, Cashflow and Getting Paid
Online · Greater Manchester · GM Business Growth Hub
A two-hour online workshop on three financial basics for starting a business.
Tuesday 24 November
All day
Making AI Work for Your Business: A Start-up Panel Discussion (Start-up Day 2026)
Leeds · Business and IP Centre Leeds
A panel discussion on how start-ups and early-stage businesses can use AI, part of Start-up Day 2026.
09:30
Confidence Building Course
104 Briggate Office · Leeds · LeedsBID · Free
Gain skills to speak up with confidence, handle difficult conversations and feel more assured at work.
09:30
Start-up Day Morning: Big Ideas, Real Stories, Practical Advice
Business and IP Centre Leeds · Leeds · Free
Thinking about starting a business? Looking for fresh ideas? Or ready to reignite the spark in your existing venture?
12:00
The accidental leader: When stepping into leadership triggers imposter syndrome
Online · United Kingdom · Cranfield Trust · Free
A free one-hour webinar on imposter syndrome for people who have stepped into charity leadership roles.
13:00
Start-up Day Afternoon: Turn Ideas into Action
Business and IP Centre Leeds · Leeds · Free
Join us for an engaging afternoon packed with practical insights, expert advice and opportunities to connect with the people and programmes
Wednesday 25 November
09:00
Wednesday Works (Leeds Co-working Day)
The Knowledge Exchange · Leeds · Greenhouse · Free
Leeds' new monthly co-working day. Catch up with familiar faces, meet new ones, and focus in on the work that matters.
16:00
A Flavour of Business: Connect, Engage & Grow
Cinnamon Kitchen Leeds · Leeds · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce · £20 to £30
Join us for an evening of networking with business professionals at The Cinnamon Kitchen, Leeds over refreshments and canapes.
Thursday 26 November
09:00
Horizon Europe info days—Cluster 1
Online · United Kingdom · European Commission
Online info day for prospective applicants to Horizon Europe Cluster 1, with live streaming available.
Monday 30 November
11:00
Germany Trade Visit 2027 - Expression of Interest
Online · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce · Free
Join us for our Germany Trade Visit 2027 Expression of Interest webinar.
13:00
West Yorkshire LSIP Reporting Webinar for Providers
Online · West Yorkshire · West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce · Free
West Yorkshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Provider Reporting Webinar: Completing the Six-Monthly Provider Reporting Return Summary