Key Points
- Redbridge Council announces a workshop for SMEs preparing for Meet the Buyer events.
- Scheduled for Wednesday, 20th February, from 10 am to 12 pm.
- Designed for first-time attendees and those seeking better results.
- Workshop focuses on improving pitching skills, preparation, and follow-up strategies.
- Topics include researching buyers, perfecting pitches, using LinkedIn effectively, and more.
- Part of the “Ready to Supply Accelerator” programme.
- More details available on the “Let’s Talk Redbridge” platform.
- Registration is required via the “book event” page on the Redbridge Council website.
- Joining instructions sent 24 hours before the workshop.
Redbridge Council Invites SMEs to Workshop on Meet the Buyer Event Success
What is the workshop about?
Redbridge Council has announced a dedicated workshop for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to improve their success at Meet the Buyer events. The online session, scheduled for Wednesday, 20th February, from 10 am to 12 pm, aims to guide participants on how to better prepare, pitch, and follow up with buyers.
The council encourages first-time attendees and those who didn’t achieve their desired outcomes at previous events to participate.
What topics will the workshop cover?
According to Redbridge Council, the workshop will provide practical insights into:
- Researching buyers and understanding their needs.
- Perfecting pitches and creating compelling propositions.
- Proactively preparing before the event begins.
- Choosing the right buyers to meet with.
- Managing logistics on the day of the event.
- Networking effectively and fostering collaboration.
- Following up strategically and seeking feedback to improve.
Participants will also learn how to leverage LinkedIn to connect with buyers before the event.
How can SMEs register for the workshop?
SMEs interested in joining can register by visiting the “book event” page on the Redbridge Council website. The council stated that joining instructions will be sent 24 hours before the workshop.
Is the workshop part of a larger programme?
This event is part of Redbridge Council’s “Ready to Supply Accelerator” programme, which aims to equip local SMEs with the skills and resources needed to build relationships with purchasing organisations. Additional details about the programme can be found on the “Let’s Talk Redbridge” platform.
Who should attend the workshop?
The council specifically invites SMEs considering Meet the Buyer events for the first time or those who struggled to achieve their goals at previous events.
Redbridge Council emphasised the importance of these workshops for fostering innovation and collaboration between local suppliers and purchasing organisations. They encourage SMEs to take advantage of the opportunity to enhance their approach and achieve better results.
For more information or to register, visit the Redbridge Council official website.
