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Padel Partners Networking brings business owners, directors and decision-makers together for relaxed networking followed by friendly padel. No padel experience is needed, with the sessions designed to be inclusive and beginner-friendly.

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Organiser: CIOB Reading / APM Built Environment Interest Network

CIOB President Professor Saul Humphrey discusses climate and biodiversity tipping points and opportunities for a more resilient built environment. Includes questions, refreshments and n

Organiser: CIOB Reading / APM / Francis Construction

Visit a Grade II listed university building undergoing refurbishment, exploring retrofit, heritage and sustainability with construction professionals.

Over 18s. Five-point PPE required: hard hat, g

Organiser: KBBG / KBSA

Practical growth workshops for independent kitchen, bedroom and bathroom retailers, facilitated by Niall Daly. Build a 90-day business plan and meet industry peers.

Organiser programme: registration 09:30; main sessions close 1

A Berkshire property summit with market updates, panel discussions, a pop-up exhibition and networking over breakfast and lunch. Topics include town-centre development, commercial clusters and the future of Reading.

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A sector working group bringing together businesses, academic institutions and health organisations. November’s programme focuses on funding in life sciences and healthcare. This is an invitation-only meeting, with expressions of interest welcomed fr

Hear the Bank of England’s latest outlook for inflation and growth, ask questions about the economic environment and connect with other business professionals.

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Meet fellow SME business leaders over an informal dinner ahead of LeaderFest. The evening is designed for conversation and building relationships outside a formal conference setting.

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A leadership conference for SME leaders preparing for the decade ahead. The programme combines business interviews, insight and interactive collaboration, with opportunities to learn from other leaders facing similar challenges.

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A business-focused discussion with parliamentarians and regional representatives about the issues shaping the Thames Valley. This Chamber forum gives members an opportunity to raise questions about regional competitiveness and growth.

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Organiser: Earley CResCent Community Association

A free introductory workshop on business structures, testing an idea and deciding first steps.

Registration 09:15. Booking essential: training@earleycrescent.org or 0118 921 0555. Ask the training team

Organiser: Earley CResCent Community Association

A free introductory session for people starting a business, covering website types, costs, domains, hosting, security and launch considerations. This is an explanation and Q&A session; participants wil

Organiser: Reading Property Meet / Property Foundations Group

Adam Lawrence explores practical uses of AI when buying, selling and managing property, including research, communication and administration, followed by professional conversation.

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Organiser: Earley CResCent Community Association

A free introductory session on business planning, finance, tax, insurance, invoicing, low-cost marketing and technology.

Registration 09:15. Booking essential: training@earleycrescent.org or 0118 921 0

Padel Partners Networking brings business owners, directors and decision-makers together for relaxed networking followed by friendly padel. No padel experience is needed, with the sessions designed to be inclusive and beginner-friendly.

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Organiser: RIBA Berkshire / Russwood

A practical workshop for architects and specifiers on timber fixing, specification and buildable details, including group sketching and drawing critique with Russwood's technical team. Stay for RIBA Berkshire's Ch

Organiser: Get Ahead / Metro Bank / Green Park

A free informal morning for local business owners and professionals at Green Park. Drop in during the session for conversation and local connections; no prepared pitch required.

Everyone welcome. Registe

A Thames Valley working group connecting life sciences and healthcare businesses with academia and other sector stakeholders. This is an invitation-only meeting. Relevant organisations can express interest in attending.

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A sector forum exploring defence supply-chain access, capability and resilience. The group connects businesses, academic institutions and other stakeholders. Attendance is by invitation, with expressions of interest welcomed from relevant Thames Vall

Celebrate business and community achievement at an awards evening in Reading, with a drinks reception, dinner, entertainment and networking. The awards recognise businesses, entrepreneurs, charities and community organisations across the Thames Valle