Innovation Workshops

Innovation Workshops

Registering your Business - structuring for success

Date: 2 October 2024 9.30am -12pm

Location: Institute for Innovation in Sustainable Engineering, University of Derby, Lonsdale House, Quaker Way, Derby DE1 3HD 

Ascentant Accountancy welcomes you to a morning presentation aimed at people looking to set up a business and seeking help understanding the different business structures.

During this workshop, you will learn the various legal structures of a company, the various forms of business entities, their characteristics, advantages, disadvantages and the legal implications of each.

The presentation will include the following:

• The importance of choosing the right legal structure
• Choosing the right business entity
• Sole Trader – Key features, advantages, disadvantages
• Partnership - Key features, advantages, disadvantages
• Limited Company - Key features, advantages, disadvantages
• How to register a company
• The tax liabilities for each structure
• Choosing a business bank account
• The right insurance to purchase
• Choosing accountancy software
• When to get an Accountant involved
• How to pay yourself
• HMRC and Companies House requirements

At the end of the presentation, Ascentant will go through the next steps for any audience that would like assistance with setting up their own company and what is involved.

Coming Soon....

AI & Chat GPT - A Beginners Guide

Date: To Be Confirmed

Location: Online (via Microsoft Teams)

Generative AI is a rapidly growing field that has the potential to revolutionise many industries. The uses range from increased productivity, improved customer experience and the generation of new business opportunities. Already businesses are using generative AI to create content, enhance customer service, for marketing campaigns and in product design. This workshop is designed for leaders who want to learn more about generative AI and Chat GPT and how it can be used to improve their practice or business. No prior experience is required.