Faculty of Science and Technology

The Solaris Centre, Blackpool

Agenda

5.30 to 5.45 (15 mins) Networking

5.45 to 5.50 (5 mins) Background and meeting objectives - Steve Riches

Introduction by guest chair - Ed Christiano

5.50 to 6.15 (25 mins) "Member intros" 5-10 minute intro or announcement from each member. Group members & visitors can let others know what their business does, what it needs and also what it can offer other cluster members.

6.15 to 6.40 (25 mins) "Let's help each other" Each member will be asked to contribute an idea for support to one or more of the members based on what they've heard in the Member intros. This may only be an offer of advice or a suggested business prospect. Introductions/referrals are even better - but not essential.

6.40 to 7.10 (30 mins) Speakers: Alexandra Sagar & Pauline Rigby - Forbes Solicitors 'Legal aspects of buying and selling a business' Learn about how you can prepare for the future and plan an exit strategy.

7.10 to 7.30 (20 mins) Discussion of group objectives; AOBs;

Announce speaker and his/her topic at next meeting.

Enquires or Directions:

Ed Christiano / 01253 362600 or

Sue Denver / 07917 053125

Associated Links

• ICT Cluster Groups - ICT Cluster Groups in the region