Unlocking Success: An afternoon to transform your business.

Unlocking Success: An afternoon to transform your business.

23rd January 2025 | 1.30pm – 4.30pm (lunch and networking 12.30pm)

GM Business Growth Hub’s Enterprising You and the African Business Chamber (AfBC) are delighted to invite you to the Unlocking Success: An afternoon to transform your business workshop on Thursday 23rd January 2025.

Hosted by Raphael Ogunrinde, Calyx Drinks and Enterprise and Growth specialist Paul Norris, this unique event will challenge you to take a fresh look on how you approach the key aspects of running your business.

The ‘what could you do, what should you do and what will you do’ framework will inspire delegates to break free from old habits, think bigger, and engage in more strategic planning. The session will encourage business owners and leaders to dig deeper into the core issues affecting their organisation.

The session will look at what makes you tick, where the opportunities for your business lie and what the barriers to growth are.

You will develop a plan for key areas of your business and more importantly set clear actions to drive growth using tried and tested tools and techniques and discover what support is available to help you on your growth journey.

In addition to this afternoon workshop, you are invited to join us from 12.30pm for a complementary lunch and the opportunity to network with fellow business owners.

We look forward to seeing you there! Book your place today

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

• Greater Manchester Clients Only
• Micro business, small and medium-sized enterprise, or large business.
• Social enterprises where these engage in economic activity.

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Raphael Qgunrinde; frsa - Calyx Drinks

Raphael Ogunrinde FRSA is the Founder and CEO of Calyx Drinks, a company dedicated to creating health-conscious, flavourful beverages. Since its inception in 2015, Calyx Drinks has grown into a globally recognized brand, with products like Calyx Wild and Calyx Shine launched in collaboration with the NoWFOOD Centre at the University of Chester. By 2019, the company was SALSA-approved and made its retail debut in John Lewis and Ades, expanding to Booths and TK Maxx stores across the UK in 2020. It is now sold in over 200 locations worldwide.

Raphael's achievements extend beyond Calyx Drinks. He has helped over 20 brands launch more than 40 products into the market and was featured on Channel 4's "Aldi's Next Big Thing." In 2024, he founded United Canning and Bottling Company (UCBC) in Manchester, a B2B service supporting businesses in product development and scaling. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), Raphael continues to push forward, scaling Calyx Drinks and supporting others in the industry.

Paul Norris – GM Business Growth Hub

Paul Norris started out in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering before a change of direction took him into a successful career in Financial Services where he rose to Senior Management level in the UK Division of a Major Australian Mutual.

In addition to running his own businesses support company since 2000, Paul has been a Non-Executive Director of several other businesses. He has been the CEO and President of a leading UK Chamber of Commerce and CEO of a Hospice.

He has experience in scaling businesses, building markets, developing new products and nurturing high performing teams. Paul understands the challenges, frustrations and exhilaration of starting up and running a business. He sees these things in many of the people he has worked with on the EnterprisingYou programme and says he gets a buzz out of helping them work toward their own successes.

About AfBC
Empowering and unlocking the potential of African businesses
The African Business Chamber (AfBC) is a global organisation that represents and supports African firms, investors, and entrepreneurs as they expand and succeed in the global economy. Help global corporations and investors uncover viable trade and investment possibilities in Africa.

About EnterprisingYou

EnterprisingYou is dedicated to supporting individuals at every stage of their self-employment journey. Whether you have a budding business idea, are ready to launch, or are already established as a self-employed individual, freelancer, or gig economy worker in Greater Manchester, we are here to help.

Our tailored programme provides a seamless pathway into self-employment, helping individuals navigate the start-up process, discover new growth opportunities for existing businesses, and develop strategies for long-term success. We offer expert guidance and training through workshops on a variety of topics, from personal skills to marketing and business/personal finance. Self-employed business owners receive one-to-one support from a local specialist advisor.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, 151 Deansgate, Manchester, United Kingdom