Keelie Briggs Marketing - South Derbyshire

19/06/2026

15 DAYS TO GO!!

We can still fit in a few more local businesses for this fantastic community event.
Get in touch to sign up ASAP for The Swadlincote Small Business Showcase! 🙌🏼

Who's excited? 🙋🏼‍♀️

18/06/2026

Hardwick Studio Architects LTD had such a brilliant, interactive stand last year. I can't wait to see what they do this year 🙌🏼

They're a fantastic family-run local business, genuinely lovely people and take such pride in the architectural services they offer.

Give them a follow, be wowed by their work - and get in touch if you need a local chartered architect who will work with you to design your perfect - and stunning home ❤️

We're proud to be part of Swadlincote's business community and excited to be exhibiting Hardwick Studio Architects at the business Showcase on Saturday 4th July alongside some other fantastic businesses.

Here’s our daughters stopping to look at the banner promoting the showcase. As parents, moments like this remind us why local business communities’ matter. It's an opportunity for them to learn and discover the fantastic businesses, people and opportunities right here in the local area that they are growing up in. As architects and small business owners, it's a chance to tell them a little more about what Mummy and Daddy do every day, helping people turn ideas into homes, workplaces and spaces where communities can thrive.

If you're planning on visiting, do come over and say hello.
We'd love to talk about your plans, whether you're planning:
🏡 A home extension
🏗️ A new build
🏢 Commercial improvements
♻️ Sustainable upgrades
📝Or an interest in a future architectural career.

No pressure. Just ideas, inspiration and expert advice.
📍 The Delph Marketplace, Swadlincote
⏰ 9am–2pm
We'd love to meet you.

16/06/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who came to last night's Small Business Showcase Pre-event session! 🙌

A room full of brilliant local businesses, all getting ready to meet the public and make the most of the day.

Here's some thoughts to leave you with:

Make your sign sell in 3 seconds : lead with the benefit, not your business name

Start a chat, don't pitch: ask about them, then listen - they'll likely share with you the very problem that you solve.

Capture every visitor: QR code, sign-up sheet, and follow up within 48 hours

I've been so happy to see all your posts today 😁

Go make it count 🙌🏼
Remember, if you still have questions, my inbox is always open.

⭐ 18 DAYS TO GO! ⭐

16/06/2026

YOUR FREE PROMOTIONAL TEMPLATE IS HERE!

If you're joining us at the Swadlincote Small Business Showcase, we've made it super easy for you to spread the word to YOUR audience - just grab your free Canva template below and customise it with your own logo and details!

HOW TO USE YOUR TEMPLATE:

1️⃣ Click the link below to open the template in Canva
2️⃣ Sign in or create a free Canva account (it's free!)
3️⃣ Canva will automatically save a copy to YOUR account - you won't be changing the original
4️⃣ Click on the logo area and upload your own logo using the 'Uploads' tab on the left
5️⃣ Click on any text to add your business name and details
6️⃣ Hit Share > Download to save as a PNG, JPG or PDF - then share it with your audience! 🚀

Not sure what to say when you share it? Here's some inspiration:

"We're excited to be taking part in the Swadlincote Small Business Showcase! Come and visit us on the day - there'll be loads going on including free entertainment, live demos, bouncy castle and face painting for the kids, plus The Delph full of fantastic local businesses. We'd love to see you there! 👋"

Here's the link:

https://canva.link/dib2ex4vrrchzan

South Derbyshire Business Advice Service Early readers, growing minds- Cath Thompson in partnership with Usborne Melody Joan - Jewellery & GiftsFight Station Kickboxing - Swadlincote Elysian Well-being - Swadlincote Harrison Chambers Resin's by Lucy Decadent Flooring LTD Doody Delights Oh I Crochet DK Bars Hardwick Studio Architects LTD Wonky Pets Rescue Caimem Makeup Standout Marketing Matt Kel Made in Swad Halo Bookkeeping & Accounting Ltd Tracey Kent Shilvocks Independent Funeral Directors Simpletvsolutions Steps Studio Swadlincote olive gifts, DeLumi Creations Fizz Creations Spot On Electrical - Midlands Ltd Streamline Safety & Medical Solutions Laura Whetton Travel Counsellors L and T Trust

Check out this Facebook Post designed by keelie1.

16/06/2026

We are very proud to post that we are attending the Swadlincote Small Business Showcase on 4th July, run by South Derbyshire District Council and Keelie Briggs Marketing - South Derbyshire.
This will be a cracking event with something for everyone.
We will be there to talk bicycles of any sort and there will be:
- Spiderman balance bike raffle
- Wheel build demonstration
- Water bottle giveaway in exchange for charity donation (£2 per bottle to Air Ambulance)
- 10% off service parts and labour if booked on the day
A pre-event evening was held last night at South Derbyshire CVS to help other businesses like ours get the most out of the Showcase event and also to meet other local businesses who will be at the Showcase. We met some great people ….
Early readers, growing minds.
Laura Whetton Travel Counsellors
Su Rowe Utility Warehouse
Streamline Safety & Medical Solutions
AMR Services East Mids
The Poppy shed fabrics
Hardwick Studio Architects LTD

16/06/2026

Showcasers - take this advice from a fellow local business owner 🙌🏼

15/06/2026

For those unsure how to find the venue for tonight's Showcase Pre-event.

Park in Rink Drive carpark, then walk down as if heading for Sharpe's Pottery but turning right into the business park, walk past Cain Brothers and find South Derbyshire CVS in the corner.
Ring the bell to be invited up to The Hive meeting room.

Sorry for the poor quality of the video, but I don't want any business owners wandering around like lost puppies while the rest of us are chatting away 😎

13/06/2026

LAST CHANCE!

If you're planing to attend the pre-event workshop and networking event on Monday at The Hive Training Centre at South Derbyshire CVS (next door to Cain Brothers Timber Merchants, you MUST book your place here!

This event is STRICTLY for the exhibitors of The Swadlincote Small Business Showcase.

It's completely free to attend but I need to know numbers to manage seating and drinks.

I can't wait to see you all -it will be a very informal evening, think cuppa and a chat over the best way to make a big impact on the day - followed by networking and meet your fellow local business owners and entrepreneurs.

Have a great weekend - see you Monday!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swadlincote-small-business-showcase-pre-event-networking-marketing-tips-tickets-1987071686906?

Join us for an exclusive networking and marketing-support meet-up designed for the exhibitors of The Swadlincote Small Business Showcase!

12/06/2026

How to use AI in your business - beyond basic content creation!
TIP 2

This video only scratches the surface of competitor analysis!
If you really want to get ahead, go deeper. Build a full picture of your competitors' products and services, look at where they focus their marketing, and spot the gaps they're leaving open. That's where the magic happens, because those gaps are your opportunity to position your business as the answer to your audience's challenges.

I've even asked it to suggest services not currently available to my target customer and built service offerings around the information I've collected.

AI can do a lot of the heavy lifting for you here. From pulling together competitor overviews to spotting patterns in their messaging, AI tools can turn hours of research into minutes, then help you build those insights straight into your marketing strategy.

This is exactly what my new series is all about: using AI in your business beyond basic content creation. I'll be sharing loads of practical tips to streamline your workload and free up your time for the work that really matters.

If that sounds useful, give this a like and hit follow so you don't miss what's coming next. I'm very excited to show you that AI can do SO much more than those chat gpt posters 😉