Kick back after work at The Lion’s Den, the ultimate riverside hangout by the River Wensum. Whether you’re sipping a hot chocolate by the fire or grabbing a glass of wine with new connections, this is networking— without the awkward small talk.
Join us for a laid-back, social evening on Thursday, May 1st, from 6 PM – 10 PM.
Ticket price includes a welcome drink and Lion’s Den toasties, and marshamallow toasting.
Relax riverside-style in comfy seating, under twinkling lights, around cosy fire pits.
No suits, no stress – just good vibes, great people, and easy conversations.
While Co.next is designed with under 35s in mind, we’re all about shared values, not age limits — everyone is welcome.
A step-by-step guide on how to set up and send regular newsletters to your customers.
You likely receive newsletters from various brands each week, but have you ever wondered why they send them? Simply put – they work. Newsletters are a powerful tool for building customer loyalty, increasing brand awareness, keeping your business top-of-mind, and encouraging repeat purchases or bookings. They also help in cross-selling and upselling products or services.
This workshop is designed for anyone looking to learn how to set up an effective newsletter. You’ll discover how to define your goals, organise your mailing list, create compelling content, design templates, choose the best sending schedule, and measure success to maximise the benefits.
About our Presenter
Lauren is the Founder and Managing Director of Welly*. Welly* is a leading content marketing agency helping brands drive results and connect with audiences through impactful content.
Zainab Balami is the Founder and Managing Director of Zazou Production Works, based in Norwich.
Zainab is an animation producer, scriptwriter and founder of Zazou Production Works, a UK-based boutique company dedicated to creating IP (intellectual property), developing content and building brands in the children’s and family entertainment industry.
Zainab has versatile skills and experience working on various animation projects as a creative producer, animator and prop designer. She has additional experience in campaign work, social media and brand management & communications.
Lauren Yaxley, Founder of Welly, acontent marketing agency in Norwich.
After graduating from one of the UK’s top business schools, the University of Bath, Lauren moved to London where she honed her marketing expertise through roles at the Home Office and blue-chip companies. In 2012, she returned to her home county and joined a leading full-service marketing agency in Norwich.
She then pursued a career as a freelance copywriter which quickly grew into a thriving business. In early 2024, she rebranded from LY Copywriting to Welly* which has become a leading content marketing agency in Norfolk collaborating with clients across the UK and worldwide
Lauren and the team at Welly* have a passion for creating content that resonates and delivers results, Lauren leads Welly* in helping brands stand out, drive traffic, and connect with their audiences.
From SEO-driven website copy and engaging social media content calendars to captivating product descriptions and blog content that inspires, Lauren and her team consistently deliver work that brands and agencies love. Lauren’s commitment to straightforward, impactful communication has made Welly* a trusted partner for businesses seeking content that drives results and builds lasting relationships.
Lauren is passionate about advocating for working parents and has built a successful business whilst raising her two children and shares more about the juggles in her journey here.
Mentor session topics:
* How to go from freelancer to business owner
* Building a business whilst juggling the demands of having a young family
A video link will be given to you the week leading up to your session directly from the mentor.
Lauren Yaxley, Founder of Welly, acontent marketing agency in Norwich.
After graduating from one of the UK’s top business schools, the University of Bath, Lauren moved to London where she honed her marketing expertise through roles at the Home Office and blue-chip companies. In 2012, she returned to her home county and joined a leading full-service marketing agency in Norwich.
She then pursued a career as a freelance copywriter which quickly grew into a thriving business. In early 2024, she rebranded from LY Copywriting to Welly* which has become a leading content marketing agency in Norfolk collaborating with clients across the UK and worldwide
Lauren and the team at Welly* have a passion for creating content that resonates and delivers results, Lauren leads Welly* in helping brands stand out, drive traffic, and connect with their audiences.
From SEO-driven website copy and engaging social media content calendars to captivating product descriptions and blog content that inspires, Lauren and her team consistently deliver work that brands and agencies love. Lauren’s commitment to straightforward, impactful communication has made Welly* a trusted partner for businesses seeking content that drives results and builds lasting relationships.
Lauren is passionate about advocating for working parents and has built a successful business whilst raising her two children and shares more about the juggles in her journey here.
Mentor session topics:
* How to go from freelancer to business owner
* Building a business whilst juggling the demands of having a young family
A video link will be given to you the week leading up to your session directly from the mentor.
Lauren Yaxley, Founder of Welly, acontent marketing agency in Norwich.
After graduating from one of the UK’s top business schools, the University of Bath, Lauren moved to London where she honed her marketing expertise through roles at the Home Office and blue-chip companies. In 2012, she returned to her home county and joined a leading full-service marketing agency in Norwich.
She then pursued a career as a freelance copywriter which quickly grew into a thriving business. In early 2024, she rebranded from LY Copywriting to Welly* which has become a leading content marketing agency in Norfolk collaborating with clients across the UK and worldwide
Lauren and the team at Welly* have a passion for creating content that resonates and delivers results, Lauren leads Welly* in helping brands stand out, drive traffic, and connect with their audiences.
From SEO-driven website copy and engaging social media content calendars to captivating product descriptions and blog content that inspires, Lauren and her team consistently deliver work that brands and agencies love. Lauren’s commitment to straightforward, impactful communication has made Welly* a trusted partner for businesses seeking content that drives results and builds lasting relationships.
Lauren is passionate about advocating for working parents and has built a successful business whilst raising her two children and shares more about the juggles in her journey here.
Mentor session topics:
* How to go from freelancer to business owner
* Building a business whilst juggling the demands of having a young family
A video link will be given to you the week leading up to your session directly from the mentor.
Alexandra Hemen is a High Growth Business Advisor in the New Anglia Growth Hub. As part of the economic development team at Norfolk County Council, Alexandra is truly passionate about Norfolk business landscape and supporting all businesses reach their potential.
Alexandra has built a career as a passionate leader of retail operations and strategy. In her most recent role as Head of Retail for Adnams PLC, her remit was to deliver growth and excellent customer service. Passionate about operational efficiency and digitisation, the areas of expertise include retail, operational productivity, marketing strategy and FMCG market.
Academically, Alexandra is a proud alumni of the UEA Business school, achieving a Masters Business Administration in 2022. As a chartered manager and an economist by trade, she has a true love for East Anglia, with a keen interest in poverty alleviation and sustainable economic development. Alexandra is also a trustee on the Norfolk Museums Development Foundation.
We have two sessions available for Alexandra on Monday February 24th.
In today’s digital world, short-form video is one of the most powerful tools for growing your social media presence and connecting with your audience. But creating engaging, high-quality content isn’t as simple as pressing “record” and “publish.”
This event is perfect for anyone looking for quick, actionable tips on creating short-form video content – with a focus on both motivation and practical skills.
We’ll take a deep dive into the process of crafting short videos from start to finish, with a hands-on approach to help you understand the work behind the scenes. This isn’t just about hitting “record” and hoping for the best; it’s about understanding the techniques that turn good videos into great ones.
What to Expect:
A Step-by-Step Guide to creating short-form videos for organic socials, from ideation to editing.
Practical Tips and Quick Fixes to help you start creating videos on your own with confidence.
Introduction to DaVinci Resolve, a professional and accessible video editing tool.
Understanding the Business Benefits of using short-form video content and how to leverage it to build your brand across platforms.
An Overview of Platform-Specific Approaches without diving too deep into the “algorithm science,” so you can tailor your content for a variety of social media channels.
As we wrap up, we’ll touch on more advanced video creation techniques, giving you a glimpse into what it takes to level up your content game. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your skills, this session will give you the tools and inspiration to take your social media presence to the next level.
Don’t miss out—join us and start mastering the art of short-form video today!
About our Presenter
Kami Robinson, Founder of Bold Creatures, says that ‘ 👉 My mission is to push creative boundaries in all marketing strategies so you can stop boring your audience to death!’
We’re thrilled to welcome Ian Hacon to Mentor Monday! Ian is the Founder of Energise Me and brings a unique blend of business leadership, lived experience, and coaching expertise to his work. A former CEO and NED, Ian now specialises in ADHD coaching, helping individuals harness their energy and thrive.
As an ILM Level 5 Coach and Certified ADHD Coach, Ian’s mission is all about unlocking potential through tailored, empowering support. His company, Energise Me, is built on a simple but powerful idea: when you bring the right energy, success and happiness follow.
And when he’s not mentoring, Ian is also an endurance athlete and BMXer!
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Alexandra Hemen is a High Growth Business Advisor in the New Anglia Growth Hub. As part of the economic development team at Norfolk County Council, Alexandra is truly passionate about Norfolk business landscape and supporting all businesses reach their potential.
Alexandra has built a career as a passionate leader of retail operations and strategy. In her most recent role as Head of Retail for Adnams PLC, her remit was to deliver growth and excellent customer service. Passionate about operational efficiency and digitisation, the areas of expertise include retail, operational productivity, marketing strategy and FMCG market.
Academically, Alexandra is a proud alumni of the UEA Business school, achieving a Masters Business Administration in 2022. As a chartered manager and an economist by trade, she has a true love for East Anglia, with a keen interest in poverty alleviation and sustainable economic development. Alexandra is also a trustee on the Norfolk Museums Development Foundation.
We have two sessions available for Alexandra on Monday February 24th.
A look into the four ps of marketing beyond promotion, namely, product, price and place, and the four cs: customer, culture, company and competition. Dive into unique value vs relative difference of your brand vs the competition.
This will be an active session with lots of discussion – bring along your brand challenges – and the sharing of resources from brand and strategy leaders globally.
Agenda Delegate’s arrive 11.45 & the event will close at 14:00, A light lunch and refreshments will be provided during masterclass.
About our Presenter, Rob is Head of Creative Strategy at Yawn. Rob previously headed up Marketing at global product and service design company Foolproof, working to bring the people, their thoughts and the work they did for the agency to life.
Today, Rob works on the strategy and positioning of clients from green accountancy practices to zero alcohol gut health tipples and beyond.
“Effective leadership at all levels is the differential in the most successful organisations. Good leaders can inspire, drive, co-ordinate, engage, empower and enthuse their followers to great things. The followers become the leaders and the cycle continues. It stands to reason then that the impact of poor leadership on organisations is dramatic and costly.”
Alex set up Blue Heron Training in May 2023 to act as an advocate for genuine leadership and positive workplace cultures. Being a leader and manager is a wonderful opportunity to add real value to peoples lives – but it’s not easy. Statistics show that culture led organisations driven by a clear and ethical purpose are 125% more productive and drive 73% more engagement. Purposeful leadership underpinned with strong human principles are central to developing a positive culture that works for you and your people. It is our firm belief that if we can approach every different situation with the right intention, the humility required to always be learning and growing and a set of core skills, every workplace manager can be a success. We set up Blue Heron to help make this happen.
At Blue Heron we know the importance of enjoying life, so we bring you a humanistic approach to people management. We love working with people and we don’t pretend to be something we are not; we are genuine, humble, curious and kind and these characteristics are at the heart of everything we do. That, to us, means building trust and respect, it means being an advocate for you to get what you want, and it means creating a real partnership. We love what we do and we are here to help.
Specialties
✅ Working with Business Leaders and HR Managers to help drive culture change
✅ Working to help leaders and managers be more people oriented
✅ Working with accidental managers to give them the tools to be the best manager they can be.
We have two sessions available on Monday February 24th.
