A workshop for SMEs:

Learn how to present your business offer effectively - with the help of a frmer TV presenter!

Light refreshments from 9.30a and lunch at 12.30pm

In response to the successful Surviving Against the Odds event held in October 2009 we are pleased to invite you to the above workshop. Your feedback told us that pitching your business to new clients, or potential investors or perhaps you have a new business idea. Then come along to hear from our experts and pick up some useful tips.

There will be plenty of opportunities for you to ask questions in a supportive environment, to network and - as a follow on from the workshop - those attending may want to take up the opportunity at a later date to practice a presentation of their choice in front of a small panel and receive constructive feedback. The time will be confirmed once the number taking up this offer has been finalised.

In February, all delegates will receive a helpful workbook on presentation tips, which will include hints and tips from our speakers:

Sarah Perris and Merryn Myatt of Perris-Myatt Associates will be talking about 'Faking It' - how to feel confident when your legs feel like jelly. Sarah and Merryn have a wealth of experience in communication of all types. Merryn is an ex-TV presenter and Sarah wa Director of Marketing Communication at a leading international automotive company.

Di Slaney, after several years marketing experience in large organisations, opened up her own marketing and creative services company. The Company recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and hasa client list that contains many familiar brands. Those of you who attended the last event will remember Di's honest, entertaining and thought provoking presentation. This time Di will be talking about 'preparing and pitching'.

Steve Blount is Chairman of the Growth Investment Network, East Midlands. Steve has a wealth of experience in the banking sector and is a specialist in angel investors. 'Creating a pitch to secure finance and how to find business angels' will be the subject of his presentation.

NTU offer a number of initiatives to support SMEs and entrepreneurs. Find out more about the types of support available and how you can benefit from these programmes, including Ingenuity and Future Factory.

Reply to business.info@ntu.ac.uk or phone Angela Scott on 0115 848 8675, detailing your name and contact details, company and type of business.