Need to pitch your offering, pitch your business, pitch for funds?
If the answer is yes, this masterclass is for you.
What you’ll learn
In this half-day, face-to-face, practical session, you'll learn...
- How to structure a killer pitch
- The importance of the first 30 seconds
- How to land your pitch with impact
- How to become more confident
- How to reduce nerves and anxiety
Why Social Enterprises?
For social enterprises, powerful public speaking isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential. Whether you're pitching for funding, inspiring partners, influencing stakeholders, or sharing the story behind your mission, the way you communicate can shape your impact.
This masterclass is designed to strengthen the speaking skills social enterprises rely on every day. We tailor the session to your organisation’s goals and challenges, helping you present with confidence, clarity and conviction so your message truly lands.
Who should attend?
- Social enterprise leaders - or people within the team who want to build on their communication and presentation skills
- Anyone who wants to improve their communication and presentation skills
- We welcome applicants from Rochdale, Oldham, and Tameside.
Masterclass Session Details
This session will take place on Tuesday 3 November 2026, 9am to 1:30pm (arrival 8:45am), in person at a central Oldham venue
Masterclass Tutor
Our course tutor is professional event host and public speaking coach, Ian Taylor. Ian founded his own business with a Prince's Trust loan in 1992, grew it to a multi-million-pound business over 27 years, employing over 80 staff and working with clients including Virgin Media, Rolls Royce, adidas, Marriott Hotels and many more.
It's over this time he honed his skills at the sharp end of the events industry. He's also author of 5 star Amazon rated book, 'Everything You Ever Need To Know To Be The Best Presenter and Public Speaker You Can Be.'
Ready to enhance your communication and presentation skills?
Complete the Expression of Interest form here, by Sunday 25 October 2026.
Decisions will be shared by Wednesday 28 October 2026.
