Women in AI & Data event
Curious about AI? Join women exploring its impact, building confidence and connecting. Insight, networking and real conversations. Everyone welcome.
AI isn’t coming … it’s already here.
Broxbourne
“Don’t ever give up – you’re not doing this alone”
HABS – Strength in Mind is a charity with a simple but powerful purpose – to make sure that no-one has to face life’s hardest moments on their own. From adults, young people, families, to children in over 50 local schools – the HABS team of professionals is there for anyone and everyone who needs it, delivering support based on first-hand knowledge of trauma and family breakdown, and understanding what it feels like to struggle.
Supporting SMEs Today and Preparing for Tomorrow: A Perspective from BEC
Theobalds Enterprise Centre hosted the official launch of the Google Waltham Cross Data Centre, bringing together political leaders, businesses and community partners. The event highlighted the role of world‑class digital infrastructure in driving innovation, economic growth and digital inclusion across Hertfordshire.
Theobalds Enterprise Centre Hosts Official Launch of Google Waltham Cross Data Centre
Theobalds Enterprise Centre hosted the official launch of the Google Waltham Cross Data Centre, bringing together political leaders, businesses and community partners. The event highlighted the role of world‑class digital infrastructure in driving innovation, economic growth and digital inclusion across Hertfordshire.
AI Isn’t Optional Anymore—It’s a Strategic Imperative for Local Businesses
AI isn’t just for tech giants. At Theobalds-based My Elements, embracing AI tools like ChatGPT has unlocked time, boosted confidence, and transformed how this small business thinks and grows.
Trends, Tools & Tactics for SME’s in 2026
Lets look ahead to key innovation trends, practical tools and strategic tactics shaping SME success in 2026, emphasising that meaningful growth comes from human-centred innovation, smart hybrid use of AI, modular offerings, sustainable practices and collaborative ecosystems rather than chasing every new technology.
2025: A Year of Growth and Connection at Broxbourne Enterprise Centres
Reflecting on 2025 as a year of growth, experimentation and connection at Broxbourne Enterprise Centres. This blog highlights how founders, SMEs and partners navigated change together, strengthened community ties, supported one another’s ambitions and built momentum through collaboration, shared learning and everyday moments of connection.
Reflecting on Change: Growing Together in a Time of Transformation
Change is constant, but growth is a choice. As we close another year at Broxbourne Enterprise Centre, we’re celebrating the courage of local founders who’ve embraced innovation, explored emerging technologies, and reimagined what’s possible. From AI tools to new business models, our community continues to prove that the future isn’t something we wait for—it’s something we create together.
Connecting the BEC community through The Wire
The Wire is our online community for Broxbourne Enterprise Centre members to connect, share wins, and support each other. It’s your space to grow your network, ask questions, and tap into opportunities across the wider Oxford Innovation Space network.
From Hoddesdon to Mayfair: Affluent Archives’ Rise
When Ollie joined Hoddesdon Enterprise Centre in the spring of 2024, he was just starting to get traction with his designer reselling business, Affluent Archives. What started as a spark of curiosity and determination quickly became one of the Centre’s fastest-growing success stories.