An introduction to Digital Entrepreneurship

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Join us for an interactive in-person workshop where you will learn the key concepts and strategies of digital entrepreneurship.

date
June 8, 2023
time
18:00 - 21:00
location
HTA Design
DIGITAL SKILLS

Join Echo for this interactive workshop hosted by James Kaguima, founder of Skate Cabal.

description

This workshop is designed for anyone who is interested in starting or growing a digital business. Gain the essential skills to grow as a digital start-up founder and learn strategies to thrive in the dynamic digital business landscape.

Throughout the workshop, we will use real-life examples of successful digital entrepreneurs to demonstrate key concepts and strategies.

During this workshop, you will...

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape and learn how to navigate it successfully when building your digital business
  • Discover practical approaches to developing effective digital business strategies that will set you on the path to success
  • Embrace Design Thinking: Engage in hands-on exercises to foster innovation and develop your problem-solving skills, empowering you to tackle challenges head-on
  • Craft a content marketing strategy that effectively engages your target audience, helping you grow your brand presence online
  • Harness the Power of Authentic Brand Building: Explore strategies to cultivate customer loyalty and turn your customers into powerful brand advocates
  • Learn how to create engaging referral programs and leverage user-generated content to amplify your brand's reach

We encourage you to bring your notebook, ask questions, and take part.

They'll also be plenty of allocated Q&A time for all those burning questions. Plus, you'll get a chance to meet everyone else taking part and build your network.

Who is this for?

This workshop is designed for freelancers, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and sole traders — or anyone who would like to learn how to improve their digital presence and develop a strategy to achieve long-term goals.

About the host

James Kaguima is the founder of Skate Cabal, a multi-award winning enterprise that amplifies safe spaces, stories and culture for the roller skating community.

James brings a wealth of experience working at hyper-growth Startup & Scale-up, Social Enterprises and Local Government. He is Chair of Elevate board at London Legacy Development Corporation, which aims to use the creation of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to change the lives of people in East London and drive growth and investment in London and the UK, by developing an inspiring and innovative place where people want and can afford to live, work and visit.

He is passionate about working with the communities and has experience working with various Local government authorities on various community initiatives, and has received awards such as the East London Young Community Hero Award, Special Recognition Award from High Sheriff of Greater London, and YIC Excellence Award from Newham Council & National Lottery fund.

Echo is delivering this workshop in partnership with Loughborough University London's Digital Skills programme, where London-based businesses can access lots more free support.

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What our members say

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"Echo is great! It's given me the opportunity to meet with interesting, talented people across London. It's a rewarding and enjoyable way to grow as an individual and a business."

Edward
Co-founder at Adventure Stories

"The value I got from Echo is trusting your community, understanding that there are so many people out there that can help you, and to ask for help. Meeting other local entrepreneurs on similar journeys made a huge difference for me."

Chantelle
Founder at REUS London

"Echo has provided me with a network of like minded people who have become firm friends. It has accelerated my business in a way I could never have done on my own. I absolutely love it!"

Mareli
Founder at Lick & Mix

"Echo was instrumental in the early stages of our community project. The network has supported us with the know-how and tools to better serve our community."

David & Esana
Founders at Vine Connect

"Not only have I found new clients, I've also found a community of folk who have such a diverse skill set; you can find someone here for everything from photography to newsletter design. I've already benefited so much!"

Rachel
Founder at Brick London

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