Maritime Business Scale Up Session, 1 December, 9:00am–1:00pm, + networking lunch, KPMG Bristol Office

Tuesday 1 December | 9:00am–1:00pm, followed by networking lunch KPMG Bristol Office Maritime UK South West is partnering with our sponsor, KPMG to deliver an interactive, free of charge, half-day workshop designed for ambitious maritime businesses looking to scale, access new markets and work successfully with larger customers. Scaling a business brings a new set of challenges – from getting pricing and delivery right, to navigating major corporate customers, international markets and the people challenges that come with growth. This practical session will bring together maritime businesses and KPMG specialists to explore four key areas: Pricing, selling and delivery – building a commercial model that can support sustainable growth. Approaching big corporations and dual-use markets – understanding how to position your business and successfully engage larger customers and new markets. International trade and tax considerations of scale-up – what growing businesses need to consider as they expand internationally. The human aspects of scale-up – developing the people, leadership and organisational capability needed to grow successfully. An interactive workshop This isn’t a morning of presentations. Each 45-minute session will combine a short introduction from KPMG specialists with Q&A, individual reflection and facilitated discussion. Participants will have the opportunity to consider the issues in the context of their own business, share experiences with other maritime companies and identify practical actions they can take away. The morning will begin with an informal icebreaker and include a coffee break, before finishing at 1:00pm with a networking lunch and the opportunity to continue conversations with KPMG, Maritime UK South West and fellow participants. Who should attend? The workshop is aimed particularly at maritime SMEs, founders and senior leaders with ambitions to grow their businesses, including companies looking to enter new markets, engage major corporate customers, explore dual-use opportunities or expand internationally. Date: Tuesday 1 December Time: 9:00am–1:00pm, followed by networking lunch Venue: KPMG Bristol Office Delivered by: Maritime UK South West and KPMG Places will be limited to maintain the interactive nature of the workshop, so early registration is recommended. If you have access, dietary or any other requirements we should know about make these clear in the notes section of the booking form. To note – MUKSW members and sponsors will be prioritised If you have any questions write to sheldon.ryan@maritimeuksw.org