Workshops and events for social enterprises

November 15, 2024

Proper Good Bite-sized Social Impact Accounting – Measuring, managing and reporting your social impact data

Our organisation collects lots of feedback and data from our beneficiaries but we don’t know how to use it effectively to measure and report on our impact!”

If this sounds like you, come along to our next Social Impact Bitesize session.

In this 1hr, on-line session, we will be looking in more detail at using a Social Accounting Methodology to develop a framework to map and measure your impact.

You will receive the Zoom link to join the session on 14th November, by email.

Register here

November 20, 2024

Proper Good monthly advice drop-in

Have you got a query about your social business or idea? Wondering where to start, who to talk to or what to do next? Then come and have a chat with Karen Smith, Director of Turn up the Value.

This session offers a space to explore ideas and queries with an experienced coach, social accountant, and business owner. There’s no need to book for this, just drop-in at Bolton Central Library any time between 10am and 1pm.

November 21, 2024

Social Enterprise Day – Social and Showcase

Join us on Thu Nov 21 2024 at The Wellsprings for an exciting event celebrating social enterprises and their impact on our community. Come and network with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference through business.

What to expect:

A small ‘market place’ from various social enterprises, highlighting their innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges.

An opportunity to explore the new Wellsprings innovation centre, including a tour of the building and information about the business support available – The Wellsprings in Bolton | Workspace & Meeting Rooms

Plenty of opportunities to socialise and connect with others who share your values.

Refreshments – including pasties from the fabulous HM Pasties.

Whether you’re a seasoned social entrepreneur or just curious about the sector, this event is for you! Don’t miss out on this chance to be inspired, learn, and make new connections.

Book here

November 25, 2024

Digital tools to boost your social business – Separate yourself from the pack

Level Up Your Organisation in 2025!

2025 is set to be a very competitive year, and staying ahead requires a clear, strategic approach. Join Scruffymonkey—a multi-award-winning company with over a decade of experience—as we share easy-to-follow processes and tools to elevate your marketing and promotional efforts. In this workshop, you’ll learn key strategies to help you stand out, and reach your audience effectively for the entire year. The best bit? Everything you need will not cost a single penny.

Get ready to take your organisation to the next level, maximising your impact and your profit!

Register here

November 27, 2024

Proper Good planning for your Social Business

This workshop will give you a framework and practical support to help you build a solid vision and start to create a business plan for your social enterprise.

Having a business plan is an essential tool for any developing organisation. It helps you to get your ideas and goals down on paper, with a clear plan of how you intend to achieve them.

This workshop will be facilitated by Jenny Matthews of The Enterprise Bridge. Jenny has a wealth of experience in both running her own business and supporting others to thrive. She will work with you to learn and understand a framework for business planning, and start to get the particulars of your business on paper.

The session will be informal, with lots of participation, conversation and task based activity.

Register to join us here

December 9, 2024

Proper Good Cashflow Forecasting for Social Enterprises

Would you like to understand the key principles of a solid cashflow forecast, and be supported to develop a framework for your own? If so – this is the session for you!

Join Adrian Ashton – social enterprise and charities consultant for over 15 years – to explore cash flow forecasting for your social enterprise.

The key to operating a successful social enterprise is a diverse and robust model of income generation; including trading, investment and some grant funding. Key to developing that model is a solid plan – a cashflow forecast.

Investors and funders alike need to see that your business has a forecast that makes sense – Adrian can talk you through the best approach to achieving this, ensuring your forecast complements and builds on your business plan.

This will be a small group workshop, providing lots of opportunity for chat, both with Adrian and other social enterprise peers.

Register to join us here

December 11, 2024

Proper Good monthly advice drop-in session

Have you got a query about your social business or idea? Wondering where to start, who to talk to or what to do next? Then come and have a chat with Karen Smith, Director of Turn up the Value.

This session offers a space to explore ideas and queries with an experienced coach, social accountant, and business owner. There’s no need to book for this, just drop-in Bolton Central Library any time between 10am and 1pm.