As part of a programme of exciting Digital Workshops taking place across Cumbria, In-Cumbria, Connecting Cumbria and Baines Wilson LLP will present a workshop featuring a guest speaker from Google HQ in London.

The event marks only the third time Google has spoken at such an event in Cumbria (previously attending well-attended events in Carlisle and Barrow).

The event is a must for businesses keen to get ahead in digital as it will feature a range of talks, panel discussions and tools from industry experts, as well as opportunities to network with other attendee businesses.

Taking place at the state of the art Lakes College campus on the 31st of March 2017, event organisers ask that you register for tickets on Eventbrite ahead of the event here:

Eventbrite - Google Garage - Cumbria

Quick glance running order:

8.00am

Arrive for free coffee & Breakfast

8.30am

Innovation: Inspiring local speakers and panel debate

- Peter Sidwell, Simply Good TV - Speaking about innovation regarding his app and food business.

- Michael Mitchell, University of Cumbria - Speaking about innovation in video and digital media.

- Martin Lewis, Forth Engineering - Speaking about how his business has grown and innovated.

9.45-9.55am

Break for tea/coffee and networking

10am

Google Garage event, featuring two sessions that will give you an advanced understanding of the internet giant.

- Session 1 - Tell Your Story Online.
The first step towards making the most of the internet is to show off the best of your business online. Make your website shine, on computers and mobile devices, develop rich content, and learn about the importance of measuring success with analytics.

- Session 2 - Reach New Customers.
Take the next step and make your business more visible online so that new customers can find you. Understand the cornerstones of digital marketing, and learn how to use online marketing tools to reach prospective customers.

12 noon

Event closes

These Google Garages have proved incredibly popular with attendees, so companies are reminded to book in advance to avoid disappointment:

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