Upcoming Events
Events Empowering Your Enterprise Journey
From start-ups to established social enterprises, our events cater to the entire spectrum of the social enterprise sector. Whether you’re just beginning your entrepreneurial venture or seeking to expand your impact, our workshops, webinars, and networking opportunities are designed to empower you every step of the way.
iSE Events 2024 – 2025
Wednesday 10th September 2025, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Eastern European Business Networking Event
Come along and join us for a networking event in partnership with Reach for a Star, supporting Eastern European entrepreneurs and community connections.
Location: Minerva Works – 158 Fazeley Street Birmingham B5 5RT
Wednesday 17th September 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00pm
Tech & AI Business Networking Launch
Kicking off the Community Hub project with our first major business networking event, exploring Tech & AI in enterprise.
Come connect, learn and grow your business.
Location: iSE, Womens Enterprise Hub, Ladypool Road, Sparkbrook
Thursday 18th September 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00pm
Living Well with Diabetes: With Tony Kelly
Learn how to manage and prevent diabetes through real-life lifestyle changes with Tony Kelly, a Diabetes Ambassador who’s lived medication-free for over 20 years.
Tuesday 23rd September 2025, 10:00 am – 12:00pm
How to Build a Powerful Brand in Health & Wellbeing: Marketing Strategies that Work
Learn how to create a standout brand and marketing strategy that connects with your audience in the health and wellbeing sector.
Location: iSE, Womens Enterprise Hub, Ladypool Road, Sparkbrook
Thursday 25th September 2025, Time TBC
How to Secure Grant Funding to Start and Grow Your Business (Online)
Discover how to find and secure the right grants to launch or grow your business with confidence.
Saturday 27th September 2025, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
How Tai Chi Can Help Prevent Diabetes & Boost Your Wellbeing
Come and try Tai Chi with us — it’s gentle, relaxing and impactful for your health. This free workshop is for anyone curious about moving more, easing stress and looking after their wellbeing.
Wednesday 15th October 2025, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Managing Finances in Business (Online)
Join us online for a practical workshop on managing business finances, led by Ebony from Rose Tinted Financial. Gain tips on budgeting, cash flow and building financial confidence.
Friday 17th October 2025, 6:00pm – 8:00 pm
25 Years of iSE & Social Economy Drive Nominees Networking
Celebrate 25 years of iSE with us at a special evening for Social Economy Drive nominees to connect, share and build community ahead of November’s events.
Location: TBC
From Monday 17th November to Friday 21st November 2025
Social Economy Drive 2025 (Week of Events)
A week of high impact events, networking, exhibitions and awards celebrating the social economy across the West Midlands. Full programme coming soon.
Friday 28th November 2025 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Lunch With the Winners (Social Economy Drive Wrap-up)
A celebratory lunch and reflection with our Social Economy Awards 2025 winners. Reconnect and share stories of success in a relaxed, inspiring setting.
Wednesday 17th December 2025 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Business Networking & Funding Focus
This month’s networking session will spotlight funding opportunities for early stage and growing businesses in East Birmingham.
Wednesday 17th January 2026 10:00am – 12:00pm
Mindfulness & Motivation in Business
Start your 2026 strong, join us for goal setting, mindfulness tips and business inspiration at this energising New Year networking session.
Wednesday 11th Febuary 2026 10:00am – 12:00pm
Green Economy Networking Event
In partnership with Tyseley Energy Park, we’ll explore sustainability and social business through expert talks, workshops and peer networking.
Every Monday , 11:30 am – 13:30 am
Community Monday Activities
Arts and Craft, Cooking Sessions, Workshops and Day Trips
Contact Mobile Number: 07923 167815
Location: iSE, Womens Enterprise Hub, Ladypool Road, Sparkbrook
Every Tuesday, 10am – 1pm
The Wellness Connection
Mindfulness based activities to calm your mind, workshops focussed on developing self-care strategies and outdoor events that refresh and energise.
Contact Mobile Number: 07883368108 or 07852609191
Location: iSE, Womens Enterprise Hub, Ladypool Road, Sparkbrook
Every Wednesday, 10am – 11am
Birmingham Mind (For individuals of mental health)
A wellbeing group to help calm and soothe individuals emotionally and physically, where they can come to communicate and relax at the hub, as well as take part in activities, who are are supported by David and Kieran.
Location: iSE, Womens Enterprise Hub, Ladypool Road, Sparkbrook