Current Competitive City Newsletter - February 2010

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Free enterrpise events Free enterprise events
We have a range of free enterprise events coming up over the next few months:
What your accounts are really trying to tell you! (2 March), An Introduction to Inventing, Patents and Intellectual Property (9 March) and Practical Sales Techniques (20 April).



Winter Economic Indicators report released Winter economic indicators report released
The winter edition of our economic indicators report will be released this month. The document analyses local data and contains opinions from industry experts to provide commentary on the local and regional economy.


Belfast Business Awards Countdown for entries to Belfast Business Awards 2010
Enter our Belfast Business Awards and find out if you are the best in the business! The awards are free to enter and the closing date for entries is Thursday 25 February 2010.


Our support for independent retailers Our support for independent retailers in Belfast
Belfast’s independent retailers contribute to the city’s distinctiveness and vitality. We recognise their importance to the economy and, in conjunction with the sector, have developed a range of support initiatives.


The Whys and Whens of Export Documentation The Whys and When of Export Documentation
This free workshop takes place on 25 March in Belfast. It aims to eliminate any confusion over exporting and will provide companies with a clear explanation of what is required. Participants will discover why and when export documentation is required and how to complete them correctly.

MLN is re-launched to support local managers and leaders MLN is relaunched to support local managers and leaders
The Management and Leadership Network (MLN) is completely free to join and on a monthly basis will host free events, publish expert columns, signpost to funding and provide access to management and leadership guidebooks, case studies and analysis tools.


Business programmes, events and tenders