Together Portishead Business Networking

Portishead Business Networking! Open networking & brand protection tips with The Trademarking Queen. Sep 23, 5:30pm @ The Old Mill. Together Portishead: Early Evening Business NetworkingWith Guest Speaker Session: "Protecting Your Brand" with The Trademarking Queen Join Together Portishead for our fresh new early-evening business networking event at The Old Mill! Whether you’re a long-standing local business, a sole trader, a startup, or based outside Portishead, everyone is warmly welcomed. Join us for relaxed, high-value networking, an opportunity to introduce your business to the room, and expert insights to protect your brand. ⏱️ Event Schedule • 5:30 PM: Arrival, open networking, and drinks from the bar • 6:00 PM: Welcome & 60-second introductions (a chance to share what you do with the room) • 6:30 PM: Guest Speaker Session (20 mins + Q&A) • 7:00 PM: Open networking, follow-up chats & wrap-up 💡 Guest Speaker Session: Protect Your Brand Presented by The Trademarking Queen (Delivering Meaningful Growth) Your brand name, logo, and intellectual property are among your business's most valuable assets - yet so many SMEs leave them unprotected. In this practical 20-minute session, The Trademarking Queen will walk us through the essentials of trademarking, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to safeguard your brand as you grow. Followed by a live Q&A session to answer your specific questions. ℹ️ Things to Know Before You Attend Tickets: • Together Portishead Members: FREE • Non-Members: £10 (+ booking fee) • Food & Drink: Food and beverages are not included in the ticket price, but a full selection of drinks and hot food can be ordered directly from the bar throughout the evening. • Format: Relaxed, friendly, and structured to make connecting easy - no aggressive selling or rigid pressure! Bring plenty of business cards or digital QR codes. 📍 Venue & Accessibility Information • Venue: The Old Mill, Portishead • Location within Venue: We will be meeting on the 1st Floor. • Parking: Free on-site parking is available directly at the venue, with additional public parking available nearby if the main car park fills up. • Accessibility: Toilets are located on both the ground floor and the 1st floor. For attendees who require assistance reaching the 1st floor, a chair lift is available. Please feel free to reach out in advance or speak to venue staff on arrival if you need assistance. 🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Today! Spaces are limited, so please register early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!