BRAVE Enterprise, the not-for-profit business advice organisation in Bristol, is holding a series of training workshops during March for those who are looking to promote, protect or start a business.
All courses are held at The Coach House, 2 Upper York Street, Bristol BS2 8QN, and include: 
Date: March 20
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Small businesses and self-employed people are big targets for hackers and the financial implications can be crippling. But you can keep your business safe and protect against online threats by putting some simple measures in place. This free workshop, presented by Joanne Bocko of Avon and Somerset Police, will show you how.
Topics will include:
· Current threats in cybercrime
· Phishing and Vishing (email and phone fraud)
· Social engineering and mandate fraud
· Ransomware
· Password security
Starting in Business Workshop
Date: March 22
Time: 10am – 4.30pm
This all-day workshop is for those who have thoroughly researched their business idea. It’s all about preparation – preparing yourself, your finances and your business plan. You’ll get expert advice and encouragement and be equipped with the tools to take your business idea from the drawing board to reality. It’s also an excellent opportunity to talk to other new business starters and swap experiences and contacts.
To book a place visit www.brave.org.uk/training/workshops or phone 0117 944 5330.
