# Event Details - **Event Name**: Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 03:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a practical, no-nonsense day designed to help you grow your business, sell with confidence and stay compliant.About this EventThis Business Growth Bootcamp is a focused, action-oriented event for small business owners and founders who want to:Improve their sales confidence and resultsUnderstand what Making Tax Digital means for their businessThink smarter about building a future-proof, sustainable businessThe day is built around two core pillars of business success, sales and finance, with a short sustainability session to round things off and get you thinking longer-term.Whether you are just getting started or looking to tighten up how your business operates and grows, you will leave with practical tools, clarity and next steps you can apply immediately.Who is this for?Small business owners and sole tradersStartups and early-stage businessesAnyone who wants to improve sales performance and understand their tax obligationsFounders who want more confidence running the commercial side of their businessWhat you will learnSession 1: Selling Made Simple with Helen Kembery (Helen Helps)Sales does not have to feel awkward, pushy or uncomfortable.With over 20 years’ experience in sales across advertising, products and tech, Helen brings a friendly, practical, confidence-building approach to selling that works, especially if you do not see yourself as a “natural salesperson”.This session covers:What sales really is and what it is notUnderstanding the buyer’s journeyHow people actually make buying decisionsSimple, effective ways to sell your product or serviceHow to sell with confidence, clarity and authenticityYou will leave with:A clearer understanding of how sales works in your businessMore confidence talking about and selling what you doPractical tips to increase revenue, conversions and opportunitiesA simpler, more human approach to selling that feels natural and doableSession 2: Making Tax Digital with Buhir Rafiq (Total Books Accountants)Making Tax Digital is changing how businesses manage and report their finances and it is important to understand what this means for you.Buhir has over 25 years’ experience in tax, accountancy and business. For the last 16 years he has run his own accountancy practice, supporting thousands of SMEs and startups. He is also a Business Wales mentor and an active trustee and treasurer in the charity sector.This session will cover:What Making Tax Digital isWho it applies to and whenWhat you need to do to stay compliantHow to set your business up with the right systems and processesCommon mistakes to avoid and how to stay ahead of changesYou will leave with:Clarity and confidence about your tax obligationsA better understanding of how to run your finances more efficientlyPractical guidance you can act on straight awaySession 3: Sustainability in BusinessThis short session introduces simple, realistic ways to think about sustainability in your business without overwhelm or greenwashing.It will give you:A clearer idea of what sustainability means for small businessesSimple steps you can take that are good for both business and the planetFood for thought about building a business that lasts___________________________________________________________________________________________________Who is this for & eligibilty:You must be based within the city of Bristol boundary served by the Bristol City Council. This includes those who have an idea for a business, have recently started one or have a business which is already trading.You must be registered with BrisBES to be able to attend this training day. You can complete a registration form with your full name along with your work or residential address details here - ___________________________________________________________________________________________________How is BrisBES funded?BrisBES is funded by the West of England Combined Authority and Bristol City Council. The programme will help to boost the local economy and create employment for people in Bristol.Booking is essential as places are limited to ensure maximum learning and benefit for each participant. Please ensure that if you are unable to attend the session, that you let us know so that we can move this place to another participant.If you require any help accessing our courses, please contact us at - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/business-growth-essentials-sales-tax-and-sustainability/100001980627060856 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, nonprofit, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bristol - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Park Centre - **lat**: 51.4298325 - **long**: -2.5819786 - **full address**: The Park Centre, Daventry Road, Bristol, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b90d565637ce4108ef567db0a1aed35a47554df5f307250fa0056bcebc19b7e4-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1769232514 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability being held? - **A:** Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability takes place on Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 12 Feb, 2026 at 03:30 pm at The Park Centre, Daventry Road, Bristol, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability? - **A:** Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability is organized by YTKO- BrisBES. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Business Growth Essentials: Sales, Tax and Sustainability is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bristol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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