Stratford Original Annual General Meeting 2026
The AGM provides an opportunity to reflect on our achievements over the past year, share updates on our plans for the future, and elect board members for the year ahead. There will also be an open forum where members can ask questions and discuss our plans for the future of…
Online Training For Our Members
Following feedback received from our members regarding our training offer, this year we’re expanding the range of topics as well as the flexibility to local employees to take advantage of the online professional development benefits offered by the BID. Unlike many online training providers, all our courses are delivered as…
Stratford Connects, End of Summer Networking Event
Stratford Original, Your Business Improvement District, once again is delighted to invite members to an exclusive networking event at Roof East, Stratford. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow members, build valuable business connections, and expand your professional network in a relaxed and vibrant setting. Your ticket includes 3…
AI seminar (online)
Join us for a practical introduction to Artificial Intelligence designed specifically for micro and small businesses. Organised by Stratford Original and Mary Ward Centre, this workshop cuts through the hype to help you understand AI’s real impact on the modern business landscape. We will explore essential ethical considerations alongside the…
AI seminar (in person)
Join us for a practical introduction to Artificial Intelligence designed specifically for micro and small businesses. Organised by Stratford Original and Mary Ward Centre, this workshop cuts through the hype to help you understand AI’s real impact on the modern business landscape. We will explore essential ethical considerations alongside the…
Stratford Original Annual General Meeting 2025
Stratford Original BID Members are invited to our 2025 AGM, which is an opportunity to report back on our achievements and elect board members for the coming year. The AGM will open a forum for any questions about our plans for the original Stratford. In addition, this event provides an…
Stratford Connects
Stratford Original, Your Business Improvement District, and the Newham Chamber of Commerce are pleased to invite their members to a networking event on the 25th of September 2025 at Freaks and Geeks, West Ham Lane, Stratford. This is a fantastic opportunity to chat with us, connect with other businesses, and…
Housing Futures
Agenda 10.00 Venue Opening & Light Breakfast 10.20 Welcome by Stratford Original & Chair Introduction Presentations 10.30 Nick Clough & Mohhamed Foysol Uddin, Populo Living, The Carpenters Estate 10.40 Grace Alderson, Vistry Group, Pudding Mill Lane 10.50 Nicola Zech-Behrens, Ballymore, The Royal Wharf 11.00 Matthew Wong, Ballymore, Bridgewater Triangle 11.10 Eleanor Fitton, Development Manager,…
First Aid Training
Stratford Original Business Improvement District (BID), in partnership with Mary Ward Centre — an esteemed adult education college — is pleased to announce the return of its specialised business training programme for the Stratford business community. Hosted at the Mary Ward Centre (275-285 High Street, Stratford), this upcoming session will…
Training: Managing Health and Safety in the workplace
Stratford Original Business Improvement District (BID), in partnership with Mary Ward Centre — an esteemed adult education college — is pleased to announce the return of its specialised business training programme for the Stratford business community. Hosted at the Mary Ward Centre (275-285 High Street, Stratford), this upcoming session will…