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SUMMARY:Writing Content with AI
DESCRIPTION:Write content with the help of AI. This workshop is ideal for small business owners and their teams. \n\n\n\nHate writing but know it’s part of running your business? You’re not alone. \nIn this hands-on session\, we’ll show you how to turn AI into a loyal sidekick that helps you create content that actually sounds like you\, not like a generic bot. You’ll walk away knowing how to: \n\nGenerate fresh ideas in minutes\nWrite posts\, emails\, and copy quicker\nKeep your voice consistent\nSave time every week\nMake the most of every word you do write\n\nWith practical exercises and approachable tips\, you’ll leave confident\, empowered\, and maybe even a little excited about marketing. \nTimings for the Day \n\nMorning learning: 10am – 12pm\nLunch/Networking: 12pm – 1pm\, buffet lunch provided (we’ll send around an email about dietary requirements)\nAfternoon learning: 1pm – 3pm\n\nBook via Eventbrite
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/writing-content-with-ai/
LOCATION:Fareham Innovation Centre\, Merlin House\, Lee-On-The-Solent\,\, Fareham\, PO13 9FU\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260609T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260609T103000
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SUMMARY:HR/Employment Law Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are your probation processes ready?\n\nWith upcoming changes to unfair dismissal protection\, employers need to ensure probation reviews are fair\, consistent\, and well documented from day one.\n\nThis practical session is designed for:\n *HR Professionals\n *Line Managers\n * Anyone responsible for probation period reviews\n\nYou’ll learn how to:\n✔ Conduct effective probation reviews\n✔ Reduce legal and employee relations risks\n✔ Handle performance concerns confidently\n✔ Improve documentation and decision-making\n✔ Prepare your organisation for the 6-month protection changes\n\nGive your managers the confidence and skills to manage probation periods properly before the rules change.
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/hr-employment-law-workshop/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T110000
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SUMMARY:Workplace Health Screening
DESCRIPTION:Anthony Bostock Wellness is pleased to introduce a professional nurse-led workplace health screening service now available at the Ocean Village Innovation Centre (OVIC)\, helping employees and business professionals gain valuable insight into their cardiovascular health and wellbeing. \nDelivered directly within the workplace environment\, the service is designed to make preventative health screening convenient\, accessible and time-efficient for busy professionals. \nAnthony is a Registered Nurse (NMC) with extensive clinical experience and provides professional health assessments focused on early awareness\, cardiovascular risk identification and long-term health optimisation. \nON-SITE SCREENING AT OVIC \n Screening appointments are available directly within the OVIC business community using short appointment slots during the working day. \nThis allows employees and business owners to attend a professional health check without needing to travel to a clinic or take significant time away from work.
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/workplace-health-screening/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T103000
DTSTAMP:20260922T153928Z
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SUMMARY:The OVIC Networking Hub
DESCRIPTION:free Monthly Networking for Start Ups and Small Businesses in Southampton. \nWe are excited to launch a brand- new monthly Wednesday morning networking group here at OVIC. \nTHIS ISN’T A SECTOR SPECIFIC GROUP. \nIt is designed for start-ups\, founders and small business owners who want to: \n– build meaningful local connections \n– share ideas and challenges \n– learn something new \n– generate referrals \n– start their day productively \nNo hard selling\, no pressure. Just practical conversations and supportive networking in a professional setting. \nIf you are  growing a business in or around Southampton we would love to welcome you. \nLet’s build a stronger local business community together. \nBook your place via Eventbrite \n 
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/the-ovic-networking-hub/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260922T153033Z
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SUMMARY:Business & Skills Support Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Solent Growth Partnership are holding a series of in-person\, tailored business support clinics in Southampton\, in partnership with Southampton City Council. \nOur Business Clinics can help you with the barriers you face\, whether it’s marketing\, finance\, technology\, skills\, or anything else. \nWe have connections with sector specialist organisations and offer a range of funded programmes and initiatives that could really help you. \n  \nThese are one-to-one\, appointment-only sessions where you can talk through your challenges\, explore new ideas\, and get support to help your business grow. \nWe can help with: \n\nSkills development and workforce planning\nApprenticeships\, training\, and funding opportunities\nMarketing\, finance\, and technology\nUsing AI in practical ways to save time and improve efficiency\nAccess to funded programmes and specialist sector support\n\nBookings are by appointment only.
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/business-skills-support-clinic/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260922T154023Z
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SUMMARY:X3AI – Workshop I– Academic-Industry AI Alignment
DESCRIPTION:FREE TO ATTEND\, X3AI event with the University of Southampton Business School\, – a day where research meets the real world\, and businesses discover what AI can genuinely do for them. \n\n\nTIME:      9am – 4pm \n\n\n                  (attendees can choose to attend in the morning or afternoon if there are particular topics of interest) \nBeyond the AI and automation being marketed everywhere\, we’ll open a door most businesses don’t know exists: the machine learning\, applied research and funding routes the University offers and how SMEs can access them. \nA few highlights from the day include: \n\n\n→ Engaging with the University and accessing funding\n→ Speakers on AI Governance and more\n→ An academic case study with transferable lessons for SMEs\n→ A local SME on implementing AI in practice\n→ A live Q&A panel\n→ A networking lunch\n→ A one-page action plan to take away \n\n\nWhere industry meets academia and local SMEs leave with a clear plan for AI that actually works. \n\n\nAGENDA \n9:00 AM – 9:30 AM \nWelcome and Coffee \n9:30 AM – 10:00 AM \nIntroductions: Round-the-room introductions and current AI blockers \n10:00 AM – 10:20 AM \nTalk: Why adoption is rising but SME transformation is stalling Danielle Stevenson \n10:20 AM – 10:40 AM \nWays to engage with University and funding opportunities\nToni Martinez \n10:55 AM – 11:25 AM \nAcademic Case Study: Transferable lessons for SMEs\nCarlos Lamas-Fernandez \nOptimising the allocation of MSc projects to students \n11:25 AM – 11:45 AM \nTalk: Upcoming governance and legislation\nAreti Iles \n12:45 PM – 1:30 PM \nQA panel \nPanel members\, both from industry and academy\, will address some questions related to AI and education \n1:30 PM – 2:00 PM \nIndustry case study: how a local SME has implemented AI solutions \n2:20 PM – 3:20 PM \nExercise: Creating a one-page Action Plan \nSummarising main points (raised during the Q&A and other sessions). Discuss further engagement\, including Follow-up workshops. Explore other opportunities. Discuss potential engagement with some of the programmes (e.g. BSc Business and AI) \n\n\nThe University of Southampton Business School are keen to engage with SME’s sharing their knowledge and how they are able to support local companies \nRegister via Eventbrite
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/x3ai-workshop-i-academic-industry-ai-alignment/
LOCATION:Boldrewood Innovation Campus\, Burgess Road\, Southampton\, SO16 7QF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T103000
DTSTAMP:20260922T153149Z
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SUMMARY:OVIC Networking Hub
DESCRIPTION:Free Monthly Networking for Start Ups and Small Businesses in Southampton. \nA monthly Wednesday morning networking group here at OVIC. \nTHIS ISN’T A SECTOR SPECIFIC GROUP. \nIt is designed for start-ups\, founders and small business owners who want to: \n– build meaningful local connections \n– share ideas and challenges \n– learn something new \n– generate referrals \n– start their day productively \nNo hard selling\, no pressure. Just practical conversations and supportive networking in a professional setting. \nIf you are  growing a business in or around Southampton we would love to welcome you. \nLet’s build a stronger local business community together. \nBook your place via Eventbrite
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/ovic-networking-hub/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T160000
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SUMMARY:Business & Skills Support Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Solent Growth Partnership are holding a series of in-person\, tailored business support clinics in Southampton\, in partnership with Southampton City Council. \nOur Business Clinics can help you with the barriers you face\, whether it’s marketing\, finance\, technology\, skills\, or anything else. \nWe have connections with sector specialist organisations and offer a range of funded programmes and initiatives that could really help you. \n  \nThese are one-to-one\, appointment-only sessions where you can talk through your challenges\, explore new ideas\, and get support to help your business grow. \nWe can help with: \n\nSkills development and workforce planning\nApprenticeships\, training\, and funding opportunities\nMarketing\, finance\, and technology\nUsing AI in practical ways to save time and improve efficiency\nAccess to funded programmes and specialist sector support\n\nBookings are by appointment only. \nBusiness & Skills Clinic Southampton | Business Solent Events
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/business-skills-support-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T103000
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SUMMARY:OVIC Networking HUB
DESCRIPTION:Free Monthly Networking for Start Ups and Small Businesses in Southampton. \nA monthly Wednesday morning networking group here at OVIC. \nTHIS ISN’T A SECTOR SPECIFIC GROUP. \nIt is designed for start-ups\, founders and small business owners who want to: \n– build meaningful local connections \n– share ideas and challenges \n– learn something new \n– generate referrals \n– start their day productively \nNo hard selling\, no pressure. Just practical conversations and supportive networking in a professional setting. \nIf you are  growing a business in or around Southampton we would love to welcome you. \nLet’s build a stronger local business community together. \nBook your place via Eventbrite
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/ovic-networking-hub-2/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260922T153849Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T153849Z
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SUMMARY:Social Value Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Demistifying Social Value\nFareham Innovation Centre is hosting a complimentary workshop on the subject of Social Value Its designed for someone who:· Keeps hearings the words “ Social Value” but not sure what it’s all about· Works in an organisation where tenders for business are asking you to commit to actions creating social value· Works in an organisation who wants to be seen as making more of a social impact within their local community \nIt’s a 1.5 hour workshop \, starting at 9.45am. So if you are one of the above\, this might be worth a morning out of your diary. \nAttendees will also be offered the opportunity of a complimentary 30 minute discussion with David Beck and also receive a copy of our Glossary of Social Value Wording and Jargon \nIf you wish to attend please e mail r.fareham@oxin.co.uk
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/social-value-workshop/
LOCATION:Fareham Innovation Centre\, Merlin House\, Lee-On-The-Solent\,\, Fareham\, PO13 9FU\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260902T101713Z
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SUMMARY:Macmillan Coffee Morning
DESCRIPTION:By taking part in Coffee Morning\, you will join tens of thousands of people across the UK raising money to support people living with cancer. \nBecause of people like you\, we can continue to be there for everyone who needs us from the moment they are diagnosed\, through treatment and beyond. No matter what their situation. \nYour fundraising means we can help with the things that matter the most to people affected by cancer. This includes support through treatment from our amazing Macmillan nurses. Help with money and the extra and unexpected costs that living with cancer can bring. Or emotional support through the Macmillan Support Line. And so much more. \nBy taking part in this year’s Coffee Morning\, you can help us to do whatever it takes for people living with cancer.
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/macmillan-coffee-morning-2/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261021T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T103000
DTSTAMP:20260930T133954Z
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SUMMARY:OVIC Networking Hub
DESCRIPTION:Free Monthly Networking for Start Ups and Small Businesses in Southampton. \nA monthly Wednesday morning networking group here at OVIC. \nTHIS ISN’T A SECTOR SPECIFIC GROUP. \nIt is designed for start-ups\, founders and small business owners who want to: \n– build meaningful local connections \n– share ideas and challenges \n– learn something new \n– generate referrals \n– start their day productively \nNo hard selling\, no pressure. Just practical conversations and supportive networking in a professional setting. \nIf you are  growing a business in or around Southampton we would love to welcome you. \nLet’s build a stronger local business community together. \nBook your place via Eventbrite
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/ovic-networking-hub-3/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260930T134450Z
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SUMMARY:Business & Skills Support Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Solent Growth Partnership are holding a series of in-person\, tailored business support clinics in Southampton\, in partnership with Southampton City Council. \nOur Business Clinics can help you with the barriers you face\, whether it’s marketing\, finance\, technology\, skills\, or anything else. \nWe have connections with sector specialist organisations and offer a range of funded programmes and initiatives that could really help you. \n  \nThese are one-to-one\, appointment-only sessions where you can talk through your challenges\, explore new ideas\, and get support to help your business grow. \nWe can help with: \n\nSkills development and workforce planning\nApprenticeships\, training\, and funding opportunities\nMarketing\, finance\, and technology\nUsing AI in practical ways to save time and improve efficiency\nAccess to funded programmes and specialist sector support\n\nBookings are by appointment only. \nBusiness & Skills Clinic Southampton | Business Solent Events
URL:https://www.oceanvillage-ic.co.uk/event/business-skills-support-clinic-3/
LOCATION:Ocean Village Innovation Centre\, Ocean Way\, Southampton\, Hampshire\, S014 3JZ\, Southampton\, S014 3JZ\, United Kingdom
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