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Monday 8:30am - 5pm Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm Thursday 8:30am - 5pm Friday 8:30am - 5pm

https://investrotherham.com/, https://www.ridobusinesscentres.co.uk/

Rotherham Investment and Development Office, Rotherham (2025)

17/10/2025

🚀 Got a business idea but not sure how to get started?

Launchpad offers free, practical support to help you take your first steps into self-employment or to develop your small business.

Whether you're exploring an idea or ready to launch, we can help with:
✅ Business planning
✅ Marketing and branding
✅ Financial forecasting
✅ Sales and lead generation
And so much more!

Support is available on a 1 to 1 basis or through our expert interactive workshops, covering a range of topics. It’s all about providing you with the skills, tools and confidence to move forward and become an entrepreneur.

📧 To contact us, email: info@rotherham.gov.uk
For more information on the Launchpad programme, visit our website:
https://buff.ly/LjZb0Vr

15/10/2025

Just one week remaining until Rotherham’s Annual Jobs and Careers Fair!

This event provides a great opportunity for students and jobseekers to find out about vacancies, apprenticeships, volunteering opportunities, and career paths across the area.

Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: The Great Hall, Magna Science Adventure Centre
🎟️ Admission: Free – no booking required

Whether you're looking for a job, apprenticeship, volunteering role, or simply career inspiration, this interactive event is the perfect place to:
• Connect with local employers, education providers, and training organisations
• Explore live job vacancies and apprenticeship opportunities
• Get practical advice on career pathways and how to get into work

For more information, visit: https://buff.ly/HB1A17B

14/10/2025

“It is about much more than trains. The development is forecast to drive £52m in local economic growth and support £1.2bn across the wider South Yorkshire Investment Zone. In short, the station is the spark that can ignite a much bigger Rotherham regeneration.”

Our Council Leader, Cllr Chris Read, recently wrote about Gateway Station and its wider potential in the Yorkshire Post.

Along with connecting our communities, unlocking investment and powering growth across South Yorkshire, Gateway Station and the wider masterplan will provide:

• Faster rail links
• Space for innovation and industry
• Thousands of new homes
• Over 1,000 high-value jobs

We’re calling on businesses, residents and partners to pledge their support for Gateway Station and help us make the case for investment.

Add your voice. Back Gateway Station. Shape Rotherham’s future.

Make your pledge and read Cllr Read’s thoughts here: https://buff.ly/it6wW4S
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
Yorkshire Post

14/10/2025

What's on at Launchpad next week? 🚀

Next week, Launchpad are hosting two free expert workshops, bringing your business tips and tricks to help your grow.

🔗 20 October: LinkedIn masterclass
This practical session will guide you through mastering LinkedIn’s fundamentals, whether you're building a personal brand, managing your business page, or looking to connect and engage more effectively.

To book your place, visit: https://buff.ly/L5JtLE6

💰 21 October: How to troubleshoot your sales process
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to quickly pinpoint where your sales system is breaking down, and learn methods for how to fix it fast.

To book your place, visit: https://buff.ly/BRLlh3j

All workshops are fully funded and free to attend for Rotherham residents and businesses. More information on our Launchpad start-up business support programme can be found here: https://buff.ly/l6yJwQ7

08/10/2025

What's on at Launchpad next week? 🚀

Next week, Launchpad are hosting two free expert marketing workshops, bringing your business fresh ideas and insights to grow your online presence.

📈 15 October: Getting to grips with paid for Social media ads
If you’ve ever boosted a post or thought about trying boosted adverts but weren’t sure where to start, this is the session for you. You'll learn how to run effective campaigns to target your ideal customers and achieve your marketing objectives.

To book your place, visit: https://buff.ly/L5JtLE6

🌐16 October: Marketing Clinic - Google Business Profile
Develop your presence on Google and take charge of the way your business appears to clients.

To book your place, visit: https://buff.ly/BRLlh3j

All workshops are fully funded and free to attend for Rotherham residents and businesses. More information on our Launchpad start-up business support programme can be found here: https://buff.ly/l6yJwQ7

03/10/2025

Rotherham’s Annual Jobs and Careers Fair will return to Magna on Wednesday 22 October 2025!

This event provides a great opportunity for students and jobseekers to find out about vacancies, apprenticeships, volunteering opportunities, and career paths across the area.

Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: The Great Hall, Magna Science Adventure Centre
🎟️ Admission: Free – no booking required

Whether you're looking for a job, apprenticeship, volunteering role, or simply career inspiration, this interactive event is the perfect place to:
• Connect with local employers, education providers, and training organisations
• Explore live job vacancies and apprenticeship opportunities
• Get practical advice on career pathways and how to get into work

For more information, visit: https://buff.ly/pJFtbbo

01/10/2025

Great news for Dinnington - the Government’s Planning Inspector has approved a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to acquire key properties, meaning the £12 million transformation of the high street can now forge ahead.

The investment is part of the Council’s wider commitment to revitalising towns and villages centres across the borough.

More info here: https://buff.ly/bUAJuWl

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

30/09/2025

Rotherham’s Annual Jobs and Careers Fair will return to Magna on Wednesday 22 October 2025!

This event provides a great opportunity for students and jobseekers to find out about vacancies, apprenticeships, volunteering opportunities, and career paths across the area.

Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: The Great Hall, Magna Science Adventure Centre
🎟️ Admission: Free – no booking required

Whether you're looking for a job, apprenticeship, volunteering role, or simply career inspiration, this interactive event is the perfect place to:
• Connect with local employers, education providers, and training organisations
• Explore live job vacancies and apprenticeship opportunities
• Get practical advice on career pathways and how to get into work

For more information, visit: https://buff.ly/HB1A17B

30/09/2025

Last chance to book on to Launchpad's free interactive Business Workshop: How to Use Photography to Create Your Online Presence 📸

🗓️ Thursday 2 October 2025
🕙 10am to 1pm
📍 Century 2 Business Centre, Dearne Lane, Manvers, S63 5DA

In today’s digital world, your visual identity speaks louder than words. Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help you:

✨ Capture stunning, high-impact images
✨ Tell powerful stories through photography
✨ Build a cohesive visual journey across your social media
✨ Connect meaningfully with your audience through visual content

Whether you’re using a smartphone or a professional camera, this session will equip you with the skills and strategies to elevate your online presence through photography.

Register now:
📧 info@rotherham.gov.uk
📞 01709 331111
For more information and to book online, visit: https://buff.ly/3iXnChS

27/09/2025

Looking for a boost to your new business? 🚀

RiDO’s Launchpad programme is designed to help new and aspiring entrepreneurs turn ideas into reality, through developing their skills and knowledge, and it’s completely free to access.

Each month, you’ll have access to expert-led workshops on topics like marketing, sales, AI and more, plus tailored 1-to-1 support from our brilliant business advisors to work through your personal issues and concerns.

📩 Want to get started? Contact us today: Info@rotherham.gov.uk
For more information on the programme, visit: https://buff.ly/gEqF7Dh

25/09/2025

🚀 One week to go!
Our Launchpad team will be exhibiting at the UnLTD Expo 2025 at Magna, next Thursday 2 October and we’d love to see you there!

This is a fantastic chance for Rotherham residents and businesses to chat with our team about the free business support available here in Rotherham. Whether you're thinking of starting a business or looking for ways to grow, we’re here to help every step of the way.

🎟️ Grab your free visitor pass and come say hello to see how we could support you:
https://buff.ly/hH4Qo2e

24/09/2025

Grow your business with us at our RiDO Business Hubs 🏢

Looking for the perfect space to launch or grow your business? RiDO offers 5 strategically located business centres across Rotherham, with over 240 offices, workshops, and labs tailored to your unique needs.

Why join us at RiDO? Our centres offer:
✅ Flexible “easy-in, easy-out” license terms, allowing you to grow at your pace, with no long-term tie-ins
✅ On-site business support, mentoring and workshops from our expert team
✅ Supportive business community to network and collaborate
✅ Modern facilities, meeting rooms, reception services, and 24/7 secure access

📍 Check out the map below to see where each of our centres are located!

Ready to take the next step?
📧 Contact us at: info@ridobusinesscentres.co.uk
🌐 To learn more, visit: https://buff.ly/g1oIzHg

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Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
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