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Sheffield Technology Parks presents: Thinking Globally – How to make the most of the internet Speaker: Andrew Barke – Google UK Tuesday 8th July 2008 Millennium Galleries, Arundel Gate, Sheffield, Want to know how to help your business make the most of the internet? Want to discover the secret of staying ahead of the competition in this high-tech market place? In his talk, Andrew Barke, from Google UK will discuss the real opportunities available to small businesses in maximising the benefits of the internet. We all know that the internet has been a revolution in technology and the speed by which it has transformed business is unprecedented. In 2007, in the UK alone, over 60% of the population went online each month (84% of who were looking for goods and services). The online advertising market in the UK is already well established and expanding at a steady pace. In fact, internet ads represented 18% of all UK advertising spend in 2007 — more than double the percentage in the US or in any other European country. While globally, by March 2008, almost 1.5 billion people had access to the internet – that’s over 20% of the world’s population, the biggest growth in users being in Africa and the Middle East. So with direct access to such a vast market, as well as being assisted by the falling costs of technology, small businesses must learn how to maximise the potential of the internet and stay ahead of the competition. Doors open: 18:00 (speakers from 18:30) Buffet included. Fully licensed bar. Ticket Outlets: Sheffield Technology Parks – Reception 0114 22 11 800 24hr credit card bookings: 08700 600 100 £6 + booking fee (£8 on the door) This event is sponsored by: UK Steel Entrepreneur sheffieldtechparks.co.uk