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The theme of the day is collaboration and how we can all work together , charities , not for profits , businesses and individuals for societal success . The aim is to provide a space for organisations from all sectors to network , share learnings and go for growth .
NETWORKING BREAKFAST The day will begin at 8:30am with a networking breakfast and panel discussion kicking off the day ’ s collaboration theme . Local philanthropist and entrepreneur James Phipps , Barbara Gray , Deputy Chief Executive at Wiltshire Air Ambulance and Nathan Baranowski , Chief Executive Officer at Digital Wonderlab will discuss how collaboration has driven success , not just for the charity , but for the wider community and business culture as Wiltshire Air Ambulance gets set to launch its new The Business Club .
EXPO As the breakfast ends at 10am the expo will officially open . Over 50 exhibitors will be in attendance including many local charities showcasing volunteering and partnering opportunities .
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SEMINAR SESSIONS AND WORKSHOPS The day is jam packed with seminar sessions , talks and workshops including these highlights :
Charities Vital Signs Report with Quartet Community Foundation Quartet Community Foundation will deliver the findings of its latest Vital Signs Report .
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It ’ s designed to provide useful information on the issues that matter to the charitable sector in the West of England , and to guide philanthropic giving . This year the report covers all 10 Vital Signs themes , giving a complete picture of the social needs in our region .
Talking Mental Health with James Gwinnett former rugby player and SAS : Who Dares Wins contestant
Mental Health Awareness is being put top of the agenda with keynote speaker James Gwinnett . James who is now Associate Director at Bath PR firm , Clearly PR , was plunged into a state of depression following a serious rugby injury which led to alcohol addiction . James will share his mental health journey and how running helped save him from himself .
As part of the session , local charities and organisations will be available to meet delegates to discuss how they can help those suffering from mental ill health , anxiety , abuse , or addiction to show that there is a way out and support available .
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Finance FAQs with Milsted Langdon Gill Freeman , Partner and Head of Charity and Not for Profit at award-winning accountancy practice Milsted Langdon , will explore the latest hot topics when it comes to opportunities and challenges for charities and not for profit organisations . The session will include a Q & A opportunity to discuss any burning finance and accountancyrelated questions or issues affecting your organisation and to share experiences and best practice in a safe environment with supportive and like-minded peers in the Third Sector .
Inflation risk and cash reserves with RBC Brewin Dolphin What can trustees do to protect the real value of reserves over the long term . Charlie Caton , Investment Manager at RBC Brewin Dolphin will discuss inflation , and ways in which charities can help combat its impact
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through a robust reserves policy and longterm investments .
This session will arm attendees with an understanding of :
• Inflation impact and future expectations
• Reserves Policy
• Investment Policy Statement
Equality , Diversity & Inclusion taster workshop with Bath Rugby Foundation Bath Rugby Foundation the charity arm of Bath Rugby has 20 years ’ experience developing inclusive teams and here ’ s your chance to enjoy their work in action . Did you know ... inclusive companies are twice as likely to be innovative and bring in twice as much revenue per employee . It ’ ll be active but it ’ ll be magic !
The Business Exchange South West Charity Conference & Expo is made possible thanks to the support of event sponsors Stone King LLP , Milsted Langdon LLP and RBC Brewin Dolphin . The expo and all the seminar sessions are free to attend thanks to their support .
You can book your FREE tickets via Eventbrite . Search for ‘ The Business Exchange South West ’ at : www . eventbrite . co . uk or email : press @ tbesw . co . uk for more details .
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