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SUMMARY:Masterclass- Creation and Editing of Innovative Video Content
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nVideo Content is No Longer an Option For Your Business. \nVideo Marketing is the most effective way to market your business today. If you are not marketing using video – your competitors are and winning! \nWhat did you see in your feed on your social channels today – Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter\, LinkedIn? How much of that content was video? \nIf you are already using video marketing \, excellent. How is your video marketing? Are you getting the best Return On Investment from each video? \nIn this course you will cover; \nA) Video Strategy – straight to the point – what should you be doing – creating your video marketing plan. \nB) Video Creation – how to create videos quickly using free and paid tools. \nC) Video Editing Tips – how to make your video professional. \nD) Marketing Video – even more important than the creation! \nE) Q&A – Ask any specific questions related to your business video marketing \nChecklists and guides will be available to all who attend! \nAims: \n● How to be strategic around VIDEO MARKETING \n● How to quickly and cheaply PRODUCE VIDEO \n● How to promote your business using LIVE VIDEO \n● Video TOOLS and EQUIPMENT \nWhat will I take away from this? \n● You will understand video marketing strategy and learn quick and easy ways to create video content. \nWho should attend? \n● Any business owner or marketeer with an interest in producing video content or marketing their business more effectively online. \nWhat is the workshop/event style? \n● Training supported with interaction with the audience. There will be an opportunity to practice your video skills on the day and produce video content for your brand. \nAdditional Information: \nThere will be recording at the event. By attending you will be aware and agree to this.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-creation-and-editing-of-innovative-video-content/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NoCode Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nBuilding and design applications has been transformed by the advent of a massive range of online tools. With these tools and the many possible interactions\, a movement has formed around building and creating apps and websites without using any code. \nThis NoCode movement as its sometimes labelled is in its infancy and in this masterclass we are going to run through some of the main ideas and topics underpinning it all. \nObviously no code experience is required\, you just need a certain comfort and familiarity with using online applications and web apps. Basically if can work Facebook\, you can work with these tools. \nForms\, Surveys\, Customers support\, mobiles apps\, newsletters\, website builders and more can now be built in some fashion using NoCode tools \nOf course these tools can’t do everything and resorting to building your own custom tools will be eventually needed for more complex applications. But for simple back office apps\, mockups\, MVPs\, quick tests\, one off projects etc. NoCode is perfect. \nIn this masterclass we will be running through all these different tools and how they can relate to each other. As a field NoCode is not one thing\, so be prepared for lots of little tools and different concepts that you need to knit together. It’s not complicated and notes and links on all tools used will be supplied. \nFree Personal One to One Mentoring is available after the course!!! \nOutput Aims: \n• Key aims of the no code movement \n• The main ideas and tools that are used to build applications without any code \n• The principal of an API and the interconnections \n• How to think about your initial application in way that minimises effort and increases the speed you can release it into the world \nCompany Description: \nEducated Machine is both a Development and Training company. As trainers we have facilitated courses and events in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland\, providing high quality classes and courses to students and business people who wish to learn about development\, analytics and digital marketing amongst other topics.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/nocode-masterclass/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200116T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200116T123000
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SUMMARY:New Social Media Platforms for Business
DESCRIPTION:Social media is constantly changing and businesses need to adapt with these changes. Therefore\, having a Facebook page is not enough anymore. This workshop will look at new trends within Social Media and new platforms that are arising.\nPrimarily covering platforms such as Snapchat\, Instagram\, Whatsapp and LinkedIn\, this workshop will identify who uses each platform\, what is bought on each platform and how to do business on each platform.\nA common problem within social media is creating attractive content. This workshop will show simple tools to ensure engaging content stands out from the crowd.\nThis workshop will allow the time to create a basic social media plan so that attendees walk away with best practice ideas to put into place straight away.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/new-social-media-platforms-for-business/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Full Circle Management Solutions":MAILTO:info@fullcircle.eu.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191205T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191205T120000
DTSTAMP:20191023T155755Z
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SUMMARY:Website Integration  and Google Analytics Analysis Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:This masterclass will run through the process of setting up your WordPress site with Google Analytics Integration. It will cover everything related to using Google Analytics for business users.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/website-integration-and-google-analytics-analysis-masterclass/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191128T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191128T120000
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SUMMARY:Project Management for New Product Development
DESCRIPTION:Effective management of New Product Development (NPD) plays a key part in the growth of many small businesses. In today’s highly competitive environment\, the delivery of new products on time\, at the right cost and to the customer’s required quality level is imperative. Speed to market is critical and only those organisations that can effectively manage their new product process from ideation to delivery will truly harness the innovative potential of the business. An understanding of the fundamentals of NPD combined with Project Management good practice helps equip small\, innovative businesses with the tools needed to support growth. It also increases confidence to the point where managing a constant pipeline of new products to market becomes the norm.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/project-management-for-new-product-development/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Full Circle Management Solutions":MAILTO:info@fullcircle.eu.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191114T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191114T120000
DTSTAMP:20191023T154547Z
CREATED:20191023T154547Z
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SUMMARY:WordPress and Site Building Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:This masterclass will run through the process of setting up your WordPress site\, a website name and hosting so you can get online. It will cover everything related to getting your site online; including discussion about tracking visitor numbers to your site and how to sell online. This is a very intensive course that will use live examples and practical learning to teach you. You must bring your own laptop\, since all examples will be done in class! \n  \nGet Your Free Tickets on Eventbrite; \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wordpress-and-site-building-masterclass-tickets-71253897325 \n 
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/wordpress-and-site-building-masterclass/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Rewarding Innovation: How to reclaim HMRC’s R&D Tax Credit Incentive.
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThis workshop will be very helpful for businesses that have either already been innovating within their field or who are considering a new project which has an unknown outcome. \nHMRC created the R&D Tax incentive scheme in 2000 and it is now the largest tax incentive that they offer. It is in place to reward innovation and problem-solving for limited companies in the UK & ROI (ROI scheme is governed by Revenue Commissioners). \nIf a business has spent time and capital to solve or attempt to solve a problem which could drive their sector forward\, there is a good chance that they qualify for a tax reclaim.\nThe reclaim can be taken as a deduction to future corporation tax or can also be taken as a cash payment. Businesses who are making losses are also able to claim the benefit. \nThis workshop is facilitated by Amplifi Solutions who work to optimise claims for companies\, whilst ensuring all claims are accurately prepared and defendable under any HMRC or revenue commissioners scrutiny. \nDavid Stewart\, Head of NI Corporate Tax Office\, will speak about how HMRC can support innovative companies and will be on hand to answer any queries. \nClaire Stewart will speak about the support that a commercially minded accountant can give to businesses who are continually looking to evolve. \nFinally\, Pearse McAnallen from Invest NI will be on hand to give some further guidance on what value they can offer to growing companies who are overcoming hurdles in their own business. \nOutput Aims: \n-Does my business qualify?\n-What do I need to be doing to ensure that I qualify in future?\n-Are there any associated costs/barriers?\n-What is the process to making a claim? \nWho is it for ? \n-Young businesses who are creating a new product/service\n-Businesses who are working/have worked on an innovative project\n-Established businesses who have implemented a new process/system\n-Advisors to above businesses \nWho are Amplifi Solutions? \nAmplifi Solutions work with innovative businesses and their advisors across the UK and ROI to provide expertise and technical advice on claiming tax incentives – namely the R&D Tax Credit Scheme. Amplifi have a highly experienced team which includes qualified accountants and technical experts with backgrounds in mechanical engineering\, electrical engineering and software engineering. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/rewarding-innovation-how-to-reclaim-hmrcs-rd-tax-credit-incentive/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191003T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191003T120000
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SUMMARY:Applying Creativity and Logic to solve the Trade Mark challenge!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique session that brings together two very different personalities who\, through their shared experiences\, bring a different perspective on how the design and legal process together can deliver on the trade mark challenge. \nIn the commercial world we live in protecting your intellectual property is essential. \nWhether it’s working with an existing brand\, realising a business concept or the naming and presentation of a new product taking the right steps to ‘own’ the signs which distinguish the brand\, i.e. your trade marks\, could play a key part in protecting the future growth of your business. \nWhilst this may seem to be obvious advice\, it is surprising how many organisations haven’t adequately protected the brands they trade under\, which are essential to the success of their business\, leaving them vulnerable to the threat of trade mark infringement. \nTogether\, Brand Specialist Alan Davison and Trade Mark Attorney Cherrie Stewart provide two differing\, but equally invaluable\, views of the process and the challenges that may be faced when branding or re-branding and experienced insights into how\, using both creativity and logic\, you can be successful in securing your brand. \nThe Creativity \nAlan has worked for over 30 years as a brand design specialist. By solving the brand challenges for a complete client spectrum of business start-ups to large scale public and private organisations he has received various industry awards for his identity work.\nWhether it’s evolving existing brands to achieve new commercial ambitions or devising and developing new name identities he has gained a unique insight into how design can solve the client challenge with original brands that can be trademarked. Now working as an independent brand strategist\, Alan is ‘The Brand Gardener’ for selected organisations assisting them grow their businesses. Outside of his commercial responsibilities he also gives design talks to business organisations and the creative industry whilst supporting design development within education. \nThe Logic \nCherrie is a Chartered UK\, Irish and European Union Trade Mark Attorney who specialises in advising brand creators and owners on the protection and enforcement of their trade mark rights. On behalf of her clients\, she conducts trade mark clearance searches and obtains trade mark registrations in the UK\, Ireland\, Europe and throughout the world. \nWho should attend? \nBusiness owners\, directors and managers\, financial officers of companies which are involved in the creation of new\, or improvement of existing\, products and those which carry out research and development. \nWhat is the workshop/event style? \nA master class consisting of two interactive seminars on the following subjects:-\nThe process of brand creation and the creative and legal considerations involved\nSteps to take to protection\, maintain and grow your brand
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/applying-creativity-and-logic-to-solve-the-trade-mark-challenge/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190919T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190919T120000
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SUMMARY:Innovate with Video – How to use YouTube for your Innovative Business
DESCRIPTION:Video is a core part of the innovation process today. It can be used to create new video products and services\, to test out prototypes with service users during the R&D phase\, to observe and understand how users interact with a new concept through to creating video content for commercial launches. YouTube now has over 2 billion monthly logged in users – as of March 2019\, cementing its places as the 2nd largest website in the world. \nWhen we consider that 72% of people prefer to watch a video when learning about a new product or service – is video part of your process to promote your innovation? This new Masterclass aims to address all your questions on creating video content that will help you develop your business for 2020 and beyond. \nOver the course of this session we will cover:\nUnderstand how YouTube can benefit your business\, how you can use it innovatively to build your brand online and gain new customers through a YouTube channel. \nIn this class you will:\n-Video Strategy for Innovation\n-Video Creation\n-Video Promotion in 2020\n-Live Video – how to\, why and where\n-Comprehensive Q&A – Ask any specific questions related to your business video content \nEvents run by experts \nProfileTree is an award winning Content Marketing Agency who work with commercial and government bodies to produce a variety of online and offline content from event videos through to websites – promoted through online marketing and SEO. \nProfileTree supports businesses of all sizes and specialises in:\n-WordPress Design and Development\n-Website Optimisation\n-SEO\n-Content Creation – Written\, Video and Audio\n-Video Production and Marketing\n-Digital Strategy \nBy using innovative video strategies the company has been able to send thousands of leads to its website www.profiletree.com and has earned over 4 million views on YouTube alone in the past 2 years. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/innovate-with-video-how-to-use-youtube-for-your-innovative-business/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190619T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190619T120000
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UID:2591-1560933000-1560945600@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass: GDPR One Year On!
DESCRIPTION:What are the current challenges facing small & medium size businesses? \nThe General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has now been with us for a year and is fully enshrined into UK law within the new Data Protection Act 2018. \nIts impact has been significantly felt in some businesses and less so in others. But 4 key Data Privacy themes have emerged that are affecting small and medium size businesses: \n\nData Breaches – how to identify & manage your responsibilities.\nThe risk of Reputational Damage to organisations directly following a Data Breach.\nThe effect that GDPR is having on supply chains\nCyber Security is now intrinsic within GDPR – what are the basics that need to be done.\n\nOur “GDPR One Year On” Masterclass will focus upon these four key themes\, highlighting the impact they are likely to have on your organisation over the next 2-3 years. \nIt will also address what you should be doing right now to identify\, manage and mitigate your specific Data Privacy risks. \nGet in touch with the Innovation Factory team if you have any further questions! \n\nWorkshops run by experts – Jalaro Data Privacy Specialists \nJalaro are specialists in Data Privacy providing support\, advice and consultancy to a broad range of clients in the public\, private and voluntary sectors.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-gdpr-one-year-on/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190415T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190415T143000
DTSTAMP:20190308T171610Z
CREATED:20190308T171610Z
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UID:2541-1555320600-1555338600@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Applied Drone Technology for Business
DESCRIPTION:This day of applied drone technology\, at Innovation Factory\, is a rare opportunity to hear from leading industry experts on this new hot topic. Drone technology has risen in popularity within business circles with increasing opportunities for a variety of industries to adopt the ever advancing technology.\nThe application of unmanned aerial vehicles in business contexts are revolutionizing how many sectors obtain and utilize data\, engage with customers and deliver services. \nThe day will highlight the latest drone tech available and the industry innovators who will; share current and potential future uses\, promote drone safety and compliance with drone legislation\, and explore the potential future of drone tech in Northern Ireland. \nInnovation Factory is very excited to be partnering up with our in-house drone experts EVP Group Limited\, along with COPTRZ\, ARPASS-UK\, The UK Drone Association and Drone Consultants Ireland. \nFeatures of the day will include: \n\nAscending Knowledge Keynote: a showcase of current Drone technology available for businesses to utilize with business cases where Drone technology is successfully applied delivered by industry expert James Pick from COPTRZ.\nPractical Considerations Seminar on Drone safety culture and the legal and compliance aspects of using Drone technology for business delivered by James Dunthorne\, Standards Director for ARPAS-UK\, the UK Drone Association.\nFuture of Drone Technology Seminar delivered by Ian Kiely\, CEO of Drone Consultants Ireland and recipient of the European Space Station Award.\nLive interactive demonstrations of drone technology.\nNetworking opportunity to meet like-minded drone enthusiasts.\n\nAttend the event to: \n\nGain insight into the different drone technologies that you could use in your business.\nUnderstand how to use this exciting technology safely to ensure best practice and optimize the technology for your business.\nEngage in demonstrations of drone technology and hear real life examples of businesses who are using drone technology within their businesses.\nUnderstand the importance of legal\, regulatory and compliance parameters on the use of drone technology to ensure that your business operates ethically and legally.\nFind out about the future of drone technology and how it can be harnessed.\n\nThroughout the day there will be lots of networking to uncover synergies\, spark ideas and identify collaborations. Lunch is provided. Book your free space now!
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/applied-drone-technology-for-business/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190201T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190201T120000
DTSTAMP:20181130T123135Z
CREATED:20181130T123135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T123135Z
UID:2413-1549009800-1549022400@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass: Product Design and Prototyping
DESCRIPTION:Strategic product design is key to delivering a product that is superior to competitors or is better than what is currently available in terms of market appeal and performance.\nThrough focusing on the aesthetics of a product\, its functions and performance a business can drive new product development with the ultimate outcome of creating compelling\, customer focused product solutions. \nGood product design and prototyping also serves technical purposes such as documentation for production\, new technologies\, or Intellectual Property. \nThis masterclass will focus on the following areas of product development and prototyping: \n\nEstablishing a design brief\nEngaging a product designer\nIdentifying your project stakeholders\nThe product design process and points to consider for implementation\nEngaging with a tool maker and establishing production manufacturing\nCorrectly choosing tooling\nPrototype tooling\, the pros and cons\nProcess of production manufacturing\nWhat is additive manufacturing\nWhat technologies are available\n3d printing\n\n\nEvents run by experts \nDamian McElroy – Belfast Metropolitan College \nDamian is a product design specialist with years of experience in product design and prototyping. As a product design mentor at Belfast Metropolitan College he has advised a diverse array of technical industry projects to develop new and improved products.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-product-design-and-prototyping/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181128T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181128T120000
DTSTAMP:20180807T144705Z
CREATED:20180807T144705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T144705Z
UID:1028-1543393800-1543406400@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Data Analytics and Visualization
DESCRIPTION:Data Analysis was once a luxury only large companies and corporations could take advantage of. However\, with the availability of affordable tools and improved access to existing datasets it’s become more accessible to small and medium sized businesses than ever before.\nThe main obstacle facing many companies from taking advantage of data analysis is being able to make sense of the blitz of data produced by billions of users every day. Data is an invaluable byproduct that can be collected and studied to reveal the habits needs and wants of users along with the performance and productivity of employees and company processes. \nIn this class you will learn how to: \n\nHarness the data relevant to your industry\nVisually translate the data so it is easy to understand\nUse the data to help your business make better informed decisions\n\nIf your business has struggled to study market data in the past or is looking to start making more informed decisions based on the findings data can produce\, this class is essential. Good data analysis keeps many industry leaders ahead of the curve and with their tools now available to everybody\, smaller businesses and individuals can begin to close the gap between them and their competition. \nStill feel like you might need more help? If there is time\, at the end of the session you will be offered the opportunity to attend a free one-to-one mentoring session. \nWorkshops run by experts \nEducated Machine \nEducated Machine is a Development and Training company based in Galway City. They facilitate courses and events in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland\, providing high quality courses to students and business people who wish to learn about development\, analytics and digital marketing. \nTheir aim is to help businesses learn essential digital skills to make their business perform better in their chosen area. As a small business they understand the challenges faced by companies struggling in their chosen market and have developed training sessions to help businesses directly and efficiently. \nEducated Machine’s development team handle WordPress\, Android and IOS projects for a variety of clients\, keeping a head of the curve in an ever evolving industry.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-data-analytics-and-visualization/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181114T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181114T120000
DTSTAMP:20180807T144929Z
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UID:1030-1542184200-1542196800@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass – App Development and Design
DESCRIPTION:People worldwide use smartphones and tablets to organise their lives\, something the world of business knows all too well.\nEach device is a potential point of sale and every user a potential customer. Creating innovative apps that allow users effortless access to goods or services has become a source of growth for companies who can identify and act upon opportunities to reach their market through the technology already in the hands of millions. \nThis Masterclass will teach you how to think creatively so you can identify the solutions and innovations that will provide your business with new opportunities. The design process will be broken down also\, showing how apps themselves get from the drawing board to the app store and all in between. \nThis session will cover: \n\nKnowledge of good practice in software design. Learn how to find the right aesthetic for your app to better suit its purpose and its users.\n\n\nDesign and the user experience – Experience design insight\, see how user interaction with software is planned and executed to provide a smooth user experience.\n\n\nAn understanding of the fundamental languages that go into app development – Attendees will see the technical requirements it takes to build an app of their own.\n\n\nIdentifiable learning paths – Attendees interested in developing their own apps will be shown how to further explore the topics covered in class and how to expand their skill set to allow them create apps of their own.\n\nStill feel like you might need more help? If there is time\, at the end of the session you will be offered the opportunity to attend a free one-to-one mentoring session. \nWorkshops run by experts \nEducated Machine \nEducated Machine is a Development and Training company based in Galway City. They facilitate courses and events in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland\, providing high quality courses to students and business people who wish to learn about development\, analytics and digital marketing. \nTheir aim is to help businesses learn essential digital skills to make their business perform better in their chosen area. As a small business they understand the challenges faced by companies struggling in their chosen market and have developed training sessions to help businesses directly and efficiently. \nEducated Machine’s development team handle WordPress\, Android and IOS projects for a variety of clients\, keeping a head of the curve in an ever evolving industry.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-app-development-and-design/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181018T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181018T120000
DTSTAMP:20180807T145147Z
CREATED:20180807T145147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T145147Z
UID:1032-1539851400-1539864000@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Video Content for Business Growth & Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Video content can be utilised during the innovation process in many ways. It can be used to create new video products and services\, to test out prototypes with service users during the R&D phase to observe and understand how users interact with a new concept through to creating video content for commercial launch.\nVideo content is also one of the most effective ways to market new products and services today. If you are not using video content – and your competitors are\, they are winning! \nThis Masterclass aims to address all your questions on creating video content with a “Go live” during the training to get pragmatically started creating video content to help your business innovate and grow online. \nOver the course of this session we will cover: \n\nVideo Strategy for Innovation – straight to the point – what should you be doing – creating your video plan for new products and services.\nVideo Creation – how to create videos quickly using free and paid tools.\nPromoting your Video – even more important than the creation!\nLive Video – how to and why\nQ&A – Ask any specific questions related to your business video content\n\nWorkshops run by experts \nProfileTree \nProfileTree is a Content Marketing Agency who work with commercial and government bodies to produce a variety of online and offline content from event videos through to websites – promoted through online marketing and SEO. \nProfileTree supports businesses of all sizes and specialises in – \n\nWordPress Design and Development\nWebsite Optimisation\nSEO\nContent Creation – Written\, Video and Audio\nVideo Production and Marketing\nDigital Strategy\n\nSince 2017 ProfileTree has posted over 500 videos on its own YouTube channels which have generated over 1.9 million views\, multiple revenue contracts and affiliate income.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-video-content-for-business-growth-innovation/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181010T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181010T120000
DTSTAMP:20180807T145357Z
CREATED:20180807T145357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T145357Z
UID:1034-1539160200-1539172800@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Web Design and Development for Non-Coders
DESCRIPTION:Despite the need for businesses having an online presence\, there is still a huge gap between a good website and an AMAZING website. So\, why is it that even though its never been easier to get online\, it seems to be harder than ever to build an effective website?\nIt all comes down to planning\, design and education. \nOver the course of this half-dat Masterclass you will acquire a new mindset when it comes to building your business website. You will learn how to think about developing your website and the basic skills required to create one. \nIn addition to this\, you will learn how to get what you want from designers and developers by understanding the various terms that exist in the digital sphere. We will also showcase the different tools and plugins available for businesses to help you build your ideal site. \nTopics covered include: \n\nHosting and domains\nTesting and launching\nKeeping it simple\nBasic Terminology\nUpdates and backups\nDifferent Platforms and Options\n\nThis course is designed for businesses who want or need an online presence but don’t quite know the current landscape and want to know what is available and what is possible within a reasonable budget. \nStill feel like you might need more help? If there is time\, at the end of the session you will be offered the opportunity to attend a free one-to-one mentoring session. \nWorkshops run by experts \nEducated Machine \nEducated Machine is a Development and Training company based in Galway City. They facilitate courses and events in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland\, providing high quality courses to students and business people who wish to learn about development\, analytics and digital marketing. \nTheir aim is to help businesses learn essential digital skills to make their business perform better in their chosen area. As a small business they understand the challenges faced by companies struggling in their chosen market and have developed training sessions to help businesses directly and efficiently. \nEducated Machine’s development team handle WordPress\, Android and IOS projects for a variety of clients\, keeping a head of the curve in an ever evolving industry.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-web-design-and-development-for-non-coders/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180914T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180914T120000
DTSTAMP:20180719T140427Z
CREATED:20180719T140427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T140427Z
UID:1023-1536913800-1536926400@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:IF Workshop - Sales Growth On Your Doorstep
DESCRIPTION:The session will explain the Acumen programme and the full range of services available from InterTradeIreland. \n\nDetail on what is available in terms of financial and consultant support\nEligibility information – do you qualify?\nA breakdown of all available ITI services including:\n\nElevate / Trade Accelerator Vouchers (typically for smaller companies)\nBrexit Advisory funding\nInnovation – Product\, Process and Service Development\nBusiness intelligence\n\n\n\nInterTradeIreland can assist a business to source and fund the right people to help increase cross-border export sales in the Irish Republic to help improve knowledge of the market and identify new business opportunities. \nThe funding is used to employ a salesperson\, either full-time or part-time\, to develop the significant cross border opportunity identified. InterTradeIreland will fund 50% of their cost to a maximum of £15\,000 for a full-time position or £8\,000 for a part-time position. \nHowever\, if a business is not ready to consider specific recruitment\, Acumen can provide specialist consultancy support of up to £4\,000 to research cross-border opportunities and implement a cross-border strategy. \nThe session will also include 1-2-1 consultations after the presentation for those businesses that are interested in discussing further and would like to find out more information. \n\nWorkshops Run by Experts \nInterTradeIreland (ITI) is a Cross-Border Trade and Business Development Body funded by the Department of Business\, Enterprise and Innovation in Ireland (DBEI) and the Department for the Economy in Northern Ireland. ITI supports businesses\, through innovation and trade initiatives to take advantage of North/South co-operative opportunities to improve capability\, drive competitiveness\, growth and jobs. \nFull Circle Management Solutions Ltd delivers ITI’s Acumen programme on behalf of the organisation. \nFull Circle is one of Northern Ireland’s foremost management consultancy practices. We attribute our success to our passion for excellence\, our ability to help clients to achieve positive and tangible change and our preparedness to go the extra mile on each and every assignment that we work on.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/if-workshop-sales-growth-on-your-doorstep/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180913T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180913T120000
DTSTAMP:20180717T081827Z
CREATED:20180717T081827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T081827Z
UID:1020-1536827400-1536840000@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass: Making Money from your Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:This masterclass aims to help attendees identify their Intellectual Property and release the money earning potential from these lucrative\, intangible and often over looked assets.\nWe will explore the different types of Intellectual Property\, which encompasses\, among other things\, patents\, trade marks\, designs and copyright and the best way of protecting them\, before moving on to examine the different ways in which these assets can be used to increase a company’s revenue. \nWhat will I take away from this? \n\nAn understanding of what Intellectual property is.\nAn understanding of what Intellectual Property you may hold.\nHow you can make monetise your IP through\n\nR&D Tax Credits\nPatent Box\nFunding\nContracts / Licences\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \nBusiness owners\, directors and managers\, financial officers of companies which are involved in the creation of new\, or improvement of existing\, products and those which carry out research and development. \nWorkshops run by experts \nANSONS is a firm of Chartered Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys which provides a full range of Intellectual Property services including dealing with patent\, trade mark\, design and copyright protection. \nHaving served Northern Ireland’s business community for over 30 years\, we know that you operate in a fast-moving commercial environment. We understand that you need sound commercial advice and efficient service\, delivered in a way that is tailored to your needs. \nOur friendly and enthusiastic professionals provide an efficient\, competitive\, focused service\, whatever the IP challenge you might have. \nLEYTON has grown from a small consulting firm\, founded in 1997\, into Europe’s largest innovation funding specialist helping innovative organisations with their growth. Last year we returned over £500m to clients from R&D Tax Relief & Patent Box. \nIn the UK\, our specific expertise is in the optimisation of Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief\, R&D Grants & Patent Box. \nWith over 20 years’ experience\, we have assembled a distinctive blend of highly qualified tax professionals\, lawyers\, and proudly have the largest technical team dedicated to R&D Tax claims across Europe\, ensuring our clients claim is maximised by working with consultants who have worked in your industry before and understand your challenges.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-making-money-from-your-intellectual-property/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180628T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180628T120000
DTSTAMP:20180425T111201Z
CREATED:20180425T111201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T111201Z
UID:969-1530176400-1530187200@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:A Beginners Guide to SEO and Google Analytics for Data Driven Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Attending this workshop will ensure foundation knowledge of search engine optimisation and Google Analytics.\nThe workshop aims to help micro to small businesses get their business ranked for popular and relevant keyword searches\, with the goal of increasing website traffic\, leads and conversions. \nThe workshop will begin by introducing key SEO concepts and busting SEO myths. The facilitator will then explain what’s new in SEO in 2018\, including some new terms such as semantics and structured data.Each business will take part in an online activity to identify relevant and high volume keywords for their website and will be equipped with an on-page SEO checklist. \nUnderstand what makes an effective link building strategy and how to use blogger outreach and other white-hat techniques to build high quality links to your website. We will look at 3 live Google Analytics accounts\, understanding which reports are useful for small business and how we can interpret the data to inform and improve future marketing activity. \n\nUnderstand what SEO is and what’s new to SEO in 2018\, including structured data and semantics\nDiscover what keywords and phrases are the most relevant and popular for your industry\nTake away an actionable SEO checklist to help improve your business’ Google rankings for the identified keywords\nUnderstanding valuable Google Analytics reports and how to interpret these effectively\n\nWho is it for? \nThis masterclass in Google Analytics and SEO is for anyone in micro-SMEs responsible for marketing the business. This will include business owner/managers and/or marketing executives who are unaware of how to optimise their website for search engines and how to use Google Analytics to add value to their marketing. \n\nRun by experts \nAmy Chestnutt – Consultant at Full Circle  \nFull Circle Management Solutions Ltd is one of Northern Ireland’s foremost management consultancy practices. They attribute success to their passion for excellence\, ability to help clients to achieve positive and tangible change and preparedness to “go the extra mile” on each and every assignment that they work on.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/a-beginners-guide-to-seo-and-google-analytics-for-data-driven-marketing/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Full Circle Management Solutions":MAILTO:info@fullcircle.eu.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180614T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180614T123000
DTSTAMP:20180425T111641Z
CREATED:20180425T111641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T111641Z
UID:971-1528967700-1528979400@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass: Achieving innovation through securing finance
DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s to kick-start a new business\, expand an established one or help fund day-to-day operations\, external financing can be a great tool to support innovation for your business.\nWith so many different forms of finance available for your business (from crowdfunding to selling equity to an investor) it can be difficult to know which the most suitable option is. This masterclass will provide an overview of the main sources of finance available for SME’s and specifically how they can play a role in your business. \n\nThe different routes to raising finance for your business. Including bank loans\, equity investment\, crowdfunding & others\nThe risks and rewards of external funding\nHow to decide which route\, if any\, is right for you\nWhat you need to have in place in order to secure financing\n\nWho is it for? \nBusiness owners who feel that external financing may help fulfil the growth potential of their business or would like to know more about the options available. \nRun by experts\nFull Circle Management Solutions Ltd is one of Northern Ireland’s foremost management consultancy practices. They attribute success to their passion for excellence\, ability to help clients to achieve positive and tangible change and preparedness to “go the extra mile” on each and every assignment that they work on.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-achieving-innovation-through-securing-finance/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Full Circle Management Solutions":MAILTO:info@fullcircle.eu.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180531T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180531T120000
DTSTAMP:20180425T110835Z
CREATED:20180425T110835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T110835Z
UID:967-1527757200-1527768000@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Effective Social Media: Using Instagram For Business
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \nMicro to small businesses often struggle getting noticed online\, due to larger companies with big marketing budgets and new algorithms making it increasingly more difficult to reach potential customers on social media.\nThis workshop explores techniques that micro and small enterprises can implement on a shoestring budget to increase engagement and reach\, ultimately leading to more sales. The Masterclass will start by exploring the most engaging and compelling content types\, taking a look at innovative social media campaigns for inspiration. New social media marketing concepts including user generated content and brand influencers will then be introduced. These are cost-effective methods to boost brand awareness and increase sales. \nThe masterclass will help businesses understand why Instagram is an effective marketing tool for business and how to best utilize the platform for engagement\, footfall and sales. It will aim to address common questions about Instagram including: \n\nWhat should my photo/video caption say?\nWhat and how many hashtags should I use?\nHow can I use trending hashtags to attract more followers?\nHow do I use Instagram’s story feature?\n\nThe masterclass will also discuss top tips for other social media platforms including Facebook\, Twitter\, Snapchat and LinkedIn. Specifically focusing on common mistakes\, new features and successful campaigns. \n\nTake away a toolkit to help plan captivating social media campaigns and commit to a content calendar\nUsing user generated content and brand influencers to increase campaign reach and engagement\nUnderstand how to use Instagram and it’s new features to increase footfall and/or sales\nTop tips for other platforms including Twitter\, LinkedIn and Snapchat\n\nWho is it for? \nThis workshop will be useful for any micro to small business owner currently using social media for their business\, but with little return on investment. Business owner/managers and or marketing executives can attend to help them understand how to exploit a minimal marketing budget to amplify footfall and sales using social media. \n\n\nRun by experts \nAmy Chestnutt – Consultant at Full Circle  \nFull Circle Management Solutions Ltd is one of Northern Ireland’s foremost management consultancy practices. They attribute success to their passion for excellence\, ability to help clients to achieve positive and tangible change and preparedness to “go the extra mile” on each and every assignment that they work on.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/effective-social-media-using-instagram-for-business/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Full Circle Management Solutions":MAILTO:info@fullcircle.eu.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180518T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180518T120000
DTSTAMP:20180419T152856Z
CREATED:20180419T152856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T152856Z
UID:964-1526635800-1526644800@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:GDPR and Encryption Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:The new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)\, which comes into force on 25 May 2018 is far more extensive in scope and application than the existing Data Protection Act 1998. Small businesses need to be prepared to meet the requirements of GDPR and ensure compliance. \nThe Masterclass will provide a clear overview of the new GDPR regulations and how businesses can better protect themselves against cyber-crime. It will also include a demonstration on laptop encryption and provide an opportunity to address questions on GDPR\, cyber-crime prevention and encryption. \nThis Masterclass will address: \n\nHow GDPR will impact a business\nWhat is considered data under GDPR\nWhy to encrypt data\nHow a business can protect itself from a data breach and cyber-crime\nWho should attend?\nThis is aimed at business owners\, senior managers and staff members responsible for managing company data.\n\nWorkshops run by experts\nRobin Gonzalez\, Norman McCrudden and Roy Toner – Integral Project Services / Jalaro Data Privacy Specialists \n\nJalaro are specialists in Data Privacy providing support\, advice and consultancy to a broad range of clients in the public\, private and voluntary sectors.\nIPS provide IT support to small and medium businesses throughout Northern Ireland with a firm understanding and focus on security.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/gdpr-and-encryption-masterclass/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180515T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180515T120000
DTSTAMP:20180405T085752Z
CREATED:20180405T085752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T085752Z
UID:959-1526373000-1526385600@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass: Project Management That Delivers
DESCRIPTION:One of the key differences between a marketing campaign\, research study or product launch being a roaring success or an abject failure\, is how it is project managed.\nRegardless of whether you’re just formulating your great idea or if you’re already out in the market selling your product or service; there are some critical tools that will help you set up for success. Innovative start-ups and micro businesses need straightforward\, easy to use tools and techniques that deliver high impact results. Adopting good project management practice into all aspects of your business is the gift that keeps giving\, time and time again. \nBy looking at how to define\, scope\, plan\, control\, monitor and evaluate typical projects\, participants can then apply these approaches to their own in-house projects and at a stroke\, significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of all their projects. \n\nProject aims\, goals and scope\nPlanning a project\nControlling issues\, risks\, changes and resources\nDelivering a project\nClosing and evaluating a project\n\nWho is this Masterclass for? \nAnyone for whom best in class project management practice would enhance their business processes. If you are ready to step up to the threefold challenge of delivering projects on time\, within budget and to your customers’ satisfaction; this is the master-class that will deliver the step change needed in all your projects. \nWorkshops run by experts \nDavid McComb – Director at Full Circle Management Solutions \nFull Circle Management Solutions Ltd is one of Northern Ireland’s foremost management consultancy practices. We attribute our success to our passion for excellence\, our ability to help clients to achieve positive and tangible change and our preparedness to “go the extra mile” on each and every assignment that we work on.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-project-management-that-delivers/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Full Circle Management Solutions":MAILTO:info@fullcircle.eu.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180322T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180322T130000
DTSTAMP:20180301T152543Z
CREATED:20180301T152543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T152543Z
UID:952-1521712800-1521723600@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:IF Supplier Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:We are opening our doors to the local business community across Belfast\, inviting companies to establish relationships with companies based at Innovation Factory (IF) and explore possible supplier opportunities. \nThe expanding number of businesses within IF are actively seeking to develop relationships with local suppliers in the following areas: \n• PR Companies\n• Office Stationery\n• IT Repair Services\n• Design & Print\n• Photographers\n• Office Equipment Suppliers\n• Copy-Writers\n• Banking\n• Accountancy/Bookkeeping Services\n• Administration Services \nThe networking event will also enable the many start-up and expanding businesses located at IF to showcase their products and services. These sectors include; \n• Financial/Professional Services\n• Creative/Digital media\n• Recruitment\n• Telecommunications\n• IT\n• Energy\n• Property Development\n• Engineering\n• Telecommunications \nThere will also be an opportunity to look at our recently reconfigured facilities showcasing what we can offer in terms of conferencing\, meeting and training provision. \nIF Community Engagement Officer\, Shane Smith\, said: “It is crucial for our overall success of the Innovation Factory that\, not only will we have a full and vibrant business facility\, but also that the local business community ultimately benefits by forming relationships with IF. We are creating a local supplier directory on the day so come along to the event and get signed up to start a working relationship with customers at IF.” \nIf you would like to find out more please contact Shane Smith at s.smith@oxin.co.uk or call 07469663002
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/supplier-networking-event/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180206T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180206T123000
DTSTAMP:20170626T123141Z
CREATED:20170626T123141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170626T123141Z
UID:872-1517905800-1517920200@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Manage Disruption
DESCRIPTION:Over the last few years the business environment has changed dramatically. New\, highly customer focused business models are displacing some of the bigger established brands. It’s called Disruptive Innovation and this workshop aims to teach you to pick up on those changes and new opportunities and use them to your advantage.\nWhat will I take away from this? \n\nA change to the way you see the business environment\nAn understanding of how to make important changes to confront the new reality.\n\nWho should attend? \n\nIdeally 2 people from each company. These should be the leaders of the company. No technical knowledge is necessary but the responsibility and capability to make business changes and drive initiatives at a company level is important.\n\n\nMasterclasses Run by Experts \nMarc Dowd – Managing Director of Manage Disruption  \nManage Disruption is run by experts in the field of business disruption. We provide focused training\, expert consultancy and other services that will enable you to turn market or product disruption decisively to your advantage. Once understood\, the threat of disruptive technological or business model change can be turned into a huge competitive advantage.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-manage-disruption/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171121T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171121T123000
DTSTAMP:20171018T105809Z
CREATED:20171018T105809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171018T105809Z
UID:914-1511254800-1511267400@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Data Analytics and Visualisation
DESCRIPTION:Data Analysis was once a luxury only large businesses could take advantage of. However\, with the availability of affordable tools and improved access to existing datasets it’s become more accessible to small and medium sized businesses than ever before. The main obstacle facing many businesses from taking advantage of data analysis is being able to make sense of the quantum of data produced by billions of users every day.  \nData is an invaluable by-product that can be collected and studied to reveal the habits\, needs and wants of users along with the performance and productivity of employees and business processes. This Masterclass will focus on how to harness the data relevant to an industry and visually translate it into easily understandable content that will help a business make better informed decisions. \nIf a business has struggled to study market data in the past or is looking to start making more informed decisions based on the findings data can produce\, this class is essential. Good data analysis keeps many industry leaders ahead of the curve and with their tools now available to everybody\, smaller businesses and individuals can begin to close the gap between them and their competition. \nWhat attendees will take away from the class:  \n\nKnowledge of the tools available to gather data.\nThe ability to identify existing data sets on their chosen industry.\nAn understanding of how data can be used with languages such as Python & Java to produce better results.\nHow to visualise data findings for presentation to audiences/business partners etc.\nInsight into Exploratory Data Analysis
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-data-analytics-visualisation/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171117T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171117T123000
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UID:912-1510911000-1510921800@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - Product Design & Prototyping
DESCRIPTION:You already have a personal brand\, the question is\, are you in control of it?\nIn business\, it’s no longer enough to be technically excellent. People buy people\, and they buy into your personal brand. Whatever your role\, clarifying your personal brand and communicating it effectively will allow you to perform to your best and make a positive impact on those around you. \nThis fun and interactive workshop will work through tools and techniques that you can use immediately – communicating your brand with confidence\, building your reputation and profile as the ‘go to’ person in your field. \nThe workshop will cover topics such as – \n\nYour brand values and what you stand for\nFirst impressions & visual impact\nBody language and communication\n\nThis session\, will include practical tools and techniques which will allow you to manage your personal brand effectively\, rather than leaving it to chance!
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-product-design-prototyping/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171106T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171106T123000
DTSTAMP:20171018T113317Z
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UID:916-1509958800-1509971400@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass - App Development for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:People worldwide use smartphones and tablets to organise their lives\, something the world of business knows all too well. Each device is a potential point of sale and every user a potential customer. Creating innovative apps that allow users effortless access to goods or services has become a source of growth for businesses who can identify and act upon opportunities to reach their market through the technology already in the hands of millions.  \nThis Masterclass will focus on how to think creatively to identify the solutions and innovations that will provide a business with new opportunities. The design process will be broken down\, showing how apps themselves get from the drawing board to the app store and all in between. \nAttendees\, interested in developing their own apps\, will expand their knowledge and skill set to enable them to take the initial steps in creating apps of their own. \nWhat attendees will take away from the class:  \n\nAn insight into the development process with examples from a live project. Get the full picture of a developers work and learn how to engage effectively with them on projects.\nKnowledge of good practice in software design. Learn how to find the right aesthetic for an app to better suit its purpose and its users.\nExperience design insight\, see how user interaction with software is planned and executed to provide a smooth user experience.\nAn understanding of the fundamental languages that go into app development.\nUnderstand the technical requirements it takes to build an app.\n\nWho should attend? \n\nBusiness Owners\, Managers and Entrepreneurs who want help in identifying the mobile software innovation that will expand their business.\nDevelopers and Programmers who are interested in expanding their skillset and pursuing app development professionally.\nStudents and Graduates who want to learn about the professional requirements facing developers or who wish to start on their own development projects.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-app-development-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171101T003000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171101T133000
DTSTAMP:20171031T103347Z
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UID:920-1509496200-1509543000@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Tools for life in business
DESCRIPTION:Giving business owners the tools for optimum performance and personal health maintenance.\nThe dangers of consistent stress on health and business\nMany successful people in Business sadly reach their goals but lose their health in the process. Working longer hours than their staff\, bringing work home and high levels of anxiety leads to many physical and psychological issues that in many cases can become fatal. \nMental toughness Vs mental resilience\nThere is still a myth in the Business world that mental toughness is a vital attribute to one’s success. This may be true in certain situations but can lead to break down and burn out. Metal resilience on the other hand is more beneficial long term and is less damaging on ones health. \nThe only 2 ways of dealing with stress\nThe conventional methods in Business to reduce stress is to try and avoid it. Not always an easy or realistic task in the business world. \nSean believes the best strategy is to reduce the stress by installing the tools to create a stronger self belief in one’s ability to deal with challenges. A technique he uses regularly with high level athletes during his sports psychology workshops. \nThe easy way to work / life balance\nSean has taken many of the advanced techniques from psychology and simplified them for his clients so that they may easily use them for the best results in a busy schedule. \nQuestion and answer session for 15 mins \n\nWorkshops run by experts \nSean Connolly’s unique program is the result of 30 yrs experience and knowledge in the human development field of Therapy. As a business owner himself he understands the unique pressures of the business world and would have first hand experience in dealing with Business owners who have became successful but at the cost of their health. A specialist in self maintenance and performance under pressure.\nA personal mentor and training facilitator to directors and management teams Sean has an array of tools that can maintain and establish personal growth for those in the stressful world of business.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/tools-life-business/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171019T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171019T123000
DTSTAMP:20170918T143047Z
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UID:902-1508401800-1508416200@www.innovationfactoryni.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass: Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:Too many businesses are still not aware of their own Intellectual Property\, the need to protect their name or\, if they have created or improved a product\, the need for patent protection. \nThis masterclass aims to explore the different types of Intellectual Property which encompasses\, among other things\, patents\, trade marks\, designs and copyright and aims to inform the attendees of the importance of identifying and protecting these\, oftentimes lucrative but intangible\, assets and how best to go about it\, as well as highlighting the danger of infringing third party rights. \nOver the course of this intensive workshop you will gain; \n\nAn understanding of what Intellectual property is.\nAn understanding of what Intellectual Property you / your company may hold.\nAn understanding of what you need to do to protect your Intellectual Property.\nAn awareness of the Intellectual Property of others.
URL:https://www.innovationfactoryni.com/event/masterclass-intellectual-property/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, Forthriver Business Park\, 385 Springfield Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT12 7DG\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Innovation Factory":MAILTO:info@innovationfactoryni.com
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