Wednesday April 30th 08:00 – 10:00 AM Barclays Eagle Labs, Discovery Park, Sandwich

Join us for a wrap-up on sustainability month at the Barclays Eagle Lab in Discovery Park.

The event will be an opportunity to network with likeminded businesses in the area and discuss the sustainability related issues facing the world. We’ll also hear from a range of speakers about what they’re doing in their particular industries, and what sustainable practices you can take away to address your own goals.

A light breakfast will be provided from 8:30am, featuring locally sourced food and drink.

Speaker Profiles:

Martin White: Four years ago under lockdown, and as part of his personal journey towards greater self-awareness of the environment and climate change, Martin founded his own sustainability consultancy Green Business Hub. Martin now advises a diverse range of private and public sector clients on their ESG strategy, encouraging them to think more holistically about sustainability rather than solely focusing on climate action and ‘Net Zero’ – because they have to – to include alignment with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and increasingly ‘Social Value Add’ frameworks.

Andrew Pledger: Andrew is the Ecosystem Manager at Barclays Eagle Labs in Discovery Park. The Eagle Labs mission is to connect the UK’s entrepreneurial ecosystem through a network of business incubators, expertise and support. With access to over 325 years of business expertise and connections, Eagle Labs are a community resource available for everybody. Whether you’re an inventor, an innovator or a mentor, Eagle Labs spaces are conducive to nurturing and growing your idea with support from Barclays and the Eagle Labs network.

More speakers to be announced shortly.

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Thursday April 24th 12:30 – 1:30 PM Barclays Eagle Labs, Discovery Park, Sandwich

Menopause affects energy, focus, and confidence—but small changes can make a huge difference.

Many women hit their 40s and 50s and suddenly find themselves struggling at work in ways they never have before. Poor sleep, brain fog, and anxiety creep in. Energy and motivation drop. And in a workplace that doesn’t acknowledge menopause, it’s easy to feel like you’re just not keeping up.

But it doesn’t have to be this way.

This session is all about giving you practical tools to feel more in control—whether you’re experiencing menopause yourself or want to better support the women you work with.

What You’ll Get:

A better understanding of what’s happening in your body and why it’s affecting work (it’s not just in your head, and you’re not imagining it!).

Small, simple changes that can have an instant impact on focus, energy, and confidence.

How businesses can create a more menopause-friendly workplace—without big policies or awkward conversations.

A chance to ask questions and hear from others in the same boat.

The more you know about what’s happening, the easier it is to adapt and feel like yourself again.

Whether you’re an employee, a manager, or a business owner, this session will help you make menopause less of a struggle and more of a smooth transition—at work and in life.

Come along and leave with real, practical steps to start feeling better.

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Wednesday, March 12

10 – 11am GMT

Barclays Eagle Lab Virtual Events

 

What to expect

In our series of virtual life science meet ups, we bring like-minded entrepreneurs together to connect and engage in discussion. At each event, we’re joined by an expert from the industry who shares their story, successes and tips for businesses in the sector. They also spend time focusing on a specific topic to help you learn about the support needed and available in these areas.

If you’re looking to make connections, there’s time at the end of each session for you to network with the guest speakers and other founders.

Don’t forget to register and we look forward to seeing you at the virtual meet up.

 

About this event

For our March meet up, we’re joined by Helen Crampin, Chief Marketing Officer at National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA).

Before joining NICA, Helen served as a key figure at UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) Healthy Ageing Challenge. There, she spearheaded the Healthy Ageing Challenge Investor Partnerships programme and delivered initiatives to support SMEs operating within the ageing sector.

She has a range of experience in business development, specifically building commercial partnerships, with a solid understanding of grant funding and commercial and local government investment strategies.

Having worked for 20 years across diverse industries including healthcare, wellness, academia, life sciences, and medical device start-ups, Helen has a deep understanding of the commercialisation journey for emerging healthcare technologies. This has given her valuable insight into the challenges that businesses face in this sector, as well as a keen awareness of the technologies shaping the future.

During this session, Helen will be discussing:

• How co-creation can help bridge the gap between the founders’ vision and real-world user expectations, giving competitive advantages

• How user design embedded into a product journey brings deeper customer insights and unique innovations, leading to improved product market fit

• How real-time, early feedback helps identify issues before resources are invested

• How building a community around the business with real people creates a sense of shared ownership and loyalty.

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We aim to create a supportive community of founders who are facing additional challenges. We understand that as challenging and lonely being a founder can be, it can be magnified for those that have carer responsibilities too.

 

This event is a designed to be a safe space for those with extra care responsibilities to connect, share experiences, and discover resources designed to empower you both personally and professionally.

It’s also an opportunity to simply meet other founders with similar challenges.

 

What to Expect in our coming events:

•  Networking Opportunities – Connect with like-minded carers and founders who understand the unique challenges of balancing business ambitions with caring responsibilities.
•  Guest Speakers & Panel Discussions – Hear from founders, caregivers, and experts about strategies for resilience, work-life integration, and accessing support systems.
•  Resource Sharing – Learn about funding, tech solutions, and community resources that can help you navigate entrepreneurship while providing care for your child.

We recognise the demands of entrepreneurship alongside the commitment to children and vulnerable people with additional needs.

This event offers a opportunity to explore practical solutions, build community, and feel supported in both roles.

This initial event offers an opportunity for you to shape the future events we plan to host in Southampton, Kent and virtually.

 

Who Should Attend?

Founders who also care for those with extended needs. There are no restrictions to the type of care or reasons for caring.

Our only ask is that anyone who joins is respectful of others in the group and the challenges they may face or support they may ask for.

We very much look forward to welcoming you.

 

Make sure to reserve your spot here.

 

Please note: To confirm your registration and reserve your place, a follow up email will be sent from Eventbrite to complete the registration Process. Your ticket will only be available once you have completed this stage.