Events Calendar

This introduction course covers the eight main types of Letters of Credit used in international trade from advance payment, including Sight Documentary Collection and Documentary Letters of Credit. It also includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.

Over 75% of first presentations to banks against Documentary Letters of Credit are rejected, resulting in delayed payments to exporters, additional costs, and breached delivery deadlines. This introduction course is suitable for all staff who need to have a clear understanding of the procedures required to ensure payments for goods sold on documentary credit terms. Knowledge and understanding are reinforced through the use of exercises, tips on getting the credit you want and working examples of documentary credits.

Understanding your market of choice is imperative to making the best chances of success. Learn how to collect and collate information, where to look and how to sift to underpin market approaches. Hear about in-country issues and sectors, the impact of global context and non-tariff barriers.

Join us at our state-of-the-art Soho pop-up! Technology shapes every interaction a customer has with a brand, both on-site and online. That’s why understanding your customers and choosing the right technology is critical. Fireside chat hosted by PMC / Vorboss Creating customer experiences that set you apart: How leading retail and hospitality brands are using technology to remove friction, understand customers and deliver better experiences.

Join Streets and Metro Bank for a practical webinar on the upcoming FRS 102 changes and what they could mean for SMEs. We'll explore how changes to lease accounting and revenue recognition could affect accounts, EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation), key performance indicators, lender discussions and funding decisions. Ideal for businesses with significant leases, complex contracts, external funding or investor reporting requirements.

Hosted by Nick Charles, Head of Community and Member Relations, LCCI
Workshop led by Damian Cummins, Awards Director, Events and PR

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) SME London Business Awards 2027, now in its fourth year, will highlight and recognise businesses that show outstanding initiative, innovation and positive impact in enterprise. There are 22 awards up for grabs. If you’re thinking of entering some of the award categories (you can enter up to 3), but are not sure where to start, join our in-person Awards Masterclass where we’ll cover:

• explaining the award process
• top tips on submitting an award winning entry
• the benefits of entering a business awards
• insights from a previous winner – we are delighted that Pilar Sifas Obiol, Founder, Clarity Coaching (2025 silver winner of the Website of the Year award and 2026 silver winner of the Best New Business award) will be joining us to share her SME London Business Awards journey.

There are many reasons why companies may wish to introduce their products/services into new markets, however each target market may require a slightly different approach. A well-considered market entry strategy provides a business with a roadmap to successfully enter international markets.

This course is delivered in two sessions. The dates for this course are: 7 October 2026 9.00am - 12.30pm and 20 October 2026 9.00am - 12.30pm.

This introduction course is aimed at those involved in the administration of international trade to ensure an understanding of rules of origin, product classification and item valuation to meet the demands of international trade in both exporting and importing. Understanding origin, tariffs and valuation is essential for correct calculation of taxation and duties, and mistakes leading to non-payment or underpayment are considered a serious matter by HMRC. They also lead to duty reliefs, so getting this right could save you money.

Many companies fall into pitfalls when setting up and operating an Enterprise Management Incentive option plan, which often only come to light on a corporate event, when it is too late to do more than mitigate the damage. In this Employee Share Ownership Centre webinar, our expert panel will guide you through setting up and running an EMI scheme and recent legislative and regulatory changes. Speakers include Bird & Bird's Sarah Ferguson and David Walder, who will take your questions.

Customs audits now extend beyond declarations to include financial records, transfer pricing arrangements and intercompany agreements. Join customs specialist Douglas Mackay for a practical webinar on identifying customs valuation risks, strengthening controls and preparing for audits. Ideal for Finance Directors, Finance Managers, Customs & Trade Compliance Professionals, Import/Export Managers, Internal Auditors, Tax Specialists and Supply Chain Professionals.

Join the Menzies Property and Construction team and Tom Sharman, Head of Research & Strategy at NatWest Real Estate Finance, to explore the economic outlook and what it could mean for the UK property market. Tom will share insights on interest rates, commercial and residential property, expectations for 2026 and beyond, and investment opportunities. A Q&A will also provide the chance to ask questions and hear Tom’s perspective.