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SUMMARY:Unlock Opportunities in the UK Defence Sector – Lunch with Make UK Defence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual lunch to explore how Make UK Defence can open doors in the UK defence sector! \n\n\n\n\nUnlock Opportunities in the UK Defence Sector – Lunch with Andrew Kinniburgh\, Director General\, Make UK Defence\nAre you a small business leader looking to explore new growth opportunities in one of the UK’s most important industries? Join us for an exclusive networking lunch with Andrew Kinniburgh\, Director General of Make UK Defence\, and gain first-hand insights into how the Ministry of Defence is expanding its work with SMEs. \nThis event isn’t just for established defence suppliers — far from it.\nBusinesses from all sectors and technology areas are encouraged to attend. Whether you’re working in digital\, engineering\, manufacturing\, data\, sustainability\, AI\, professional services\, or beyond\, the MOD is increasingly looking for innovative solutions from non-traditional suppliers. \n\n\n\n\nDuring this informal session\, you will:\n\nUnderstand the evolving UK defence supply landscape and where new opportunities are emerging\nLearn how the MOD is adapting its procurement approach to increase SME involvement\nAsk questions directly to industry leaders in a relaxed\, conversational setting\nConnect with other small business owners exploring diversification into defence\n\nSpaces are limited\, making this a valuable opportunity to hear from experts\, share ideas\, and understand how your capabilities — defence-based or not — can support this critical national sector. \n\n\n\n\nWho should attend\nSmall business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and innovators from any industry who have an interest in exploring opportunities within the UK defence sector. No prior defence experience required. \n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to position your business at the forefront of defence innovation — reserve your place today.
URL:https://www.grassrootsworkspace.com/event/unlock-opportunities-in-the-uk-defence-sector-lunch-with-make-uk-defence/
LOCATION:Grassroots Workspace\, 46 Woodstock Road\, Oxford\, OX2 6HT\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Scale by Design: Building Systems for Sustainable Growth
DESCRIPTION:Growing a business shouldn’t feel like holding everything together with sheer willpower. In this masterclass\, we explore what it truly means to scale with intention rather than by accident. \nDrawing on real founder challenges and practical frameworks\, this session reveals the three biggest scaling pain points- loss of control\, culture dilution\, and operational friction- and shows you how to overcome them with a systems‑led approach. \nYou’ll learn how to identify which growth archetype your business is currently operating in – Accidental\, Vanity\, or Value – and how to transition to a model that is predictable\, profitable\, and resilient. We’ll unpack the “Power of No\,” the four pillars of intentional growth\, and how to productise your culture so it strengthens rather than strains as headcount grows. \nExpect practical\, founder‑friendly tools including the RASCI model\, the Intentional Flywheel\, and the Financial Clarity framework\, all designed to help you build a business that operates smoothly without relying solely on founder “magic.” \nThis session is for founders and leaders who want to: \n\n\nBuild systems that reduce chaos and bottlenecks \n\n\nStrengthen culture as the team expands \n\n\nMake strategic\, data‑driven decisions \n\n\nMove from reactive growth to sustainable momentum \n\n\nCreate a business that is scalable – and scalable on purpose \n\n\nJoin us and take the first step toward building a company that grows stronger\, not just bigger.
URL:https://www.grassrootsworkspace.com/event/scale-by-design-building-systems-for-sustainable-growth/
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