Business Skills

Running a successful jewellery or silversmithing business requires more than just an eye for design and excellent making skills. It is crucial to understand branding, product differentiation, effective pricing strategies and customer retention. Our team of industry experts is here to provide business acumen, networking and showcasing opportunities to help your business grow.

Getting Started Online: free introduction to business course

For UK based creative start-ups

Join our free, one-week introduction to business course and learn the essentials over five industry-themed days from industry experts, network with others and exhibit your work. This online course allows you to take part from anywhere in the UK.

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Spotlighting Getting Started: how to put Getting Started Online into action

For UK based creative start-ups

If you have successfully completed Getting Started Online, apply to be selected for Spotlighting Getting Started, a follow-on business skills training programme. Learn how to photograph your work, speak to camera and prepare your pieces for a showcase through practical assignments.

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Creative Links: Talks and Networking events

For creative start-ups and designer makers

Whether you are new to the jewellery or silversmithing industry or worked in it for a long time, our Creatives Links talks and networking events are a great way to spark your imagination, expand your network and contacts, and grow your business. They are hosted both in person and online.

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Shine: how to launch and showcase your collection

For UK based creative start-ups

Learn how to present, sell and showcase your work as part of our free, part-time programme. Delivered through webinars and practical assignments, understand how to sell face-to-face and online, raise your profile and connect with potential customers. You will also get to take part in live events, an exhibition and our online shop.

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Business Diagnostic and Advice for Jewellers and Silversmiths

Expert industry panel review and report

Get invaluable advice from our high-profile industry panel and understand your growth potential. Spend time with them and receive your own tailored report, ensuring you don't waste time or resources before making critical decisions for your business.

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Business Mentoring Programme for Emerging Businesses

Become a mentor

Are you driven by a passion for sharing your knowledge and experience in business planning, financial management, marketing, or product sales channel development? Do you want to help emerging businesses turn their plans into reality? Become a mentor and embark on a transformative journey that benefits both you and your mentee.

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Other opportunities

Business Catalyst Small Grants

Get £1,000 (incl VAT) funding to access equipment, marketing tools or specialist knowledge and get your business off the ground.

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Gold membership

Looking for a co-working space in London? Look no further than the Goldsmiths’ Centre. Register your interest to become a Gold Member.

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Resources

Learn at your own pace using technical and business tutorials, video talks, blogs and career profiles from our free resource library.

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