The Smart Business Owner's Guide to AI by Sharzad Madjlesi
AI is changing how business owners plan, create, communicate, and grow, but many people still feel unsure where to start or how to use it properly. Sh…
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Weekly socials, monthly meetups, hackathons and more. Come learn, share and connect.
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19 November 2026 · Canopy, Leicester
HER Pitch
HER PitchTechEM's pitch competition for the East Midlands' most promising female founders. Five finalists pitch live for an exclusive business growth package — plus a rapid-fire open mic for everyone else with an idea.
- Date
- Thu 19 Nov, 18:00–21:00
- Cost
- Free
Applications close 14 September.
A TechEM event, proudly supported by Built in Notts.
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