Specialist support is available for businesses in the early stages of development from:
- one to one advice
- a workshop programme covering such as HR, strategy, cash-flow forecasting, branding, marketing, innovation and R&D
- grant funding
Help can be found through:
AD:VENTURE provides dedicated support to eligible pre-start, young and new businesses who have strong growth ambitions. The ERDF programme offers a comprehensive and innovative mix of tailored business support, including one-to-one advice, expert mentoring, grants, professional workshops, finance brokerage, director networks and specialist sector advice. The programme is generally aimed at businesses who supply to other businesses (B2B), but they can discuss this with you. Visit www.the-lep.com/for-business/business-growth/ad-venture/ call 0845 524 0210 or e-mail support@ad-venture.org.uk.
York and North Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership helps put you in touch with experts, networking events, e-books, available funding, and advice on writing a business plan. Visit www.ynygrowthhub.com/business-support/starting/
Airedale Enterprise Services supports start-up businesses to access growth funding, training, support, virtual office and networking opportunities. Visit www.airedaleenterprise.org.uk or call 01535 607775
Business Support Helpline - Backed by the UK Government, the Business Support Helpline provides free, impartial business support and signposting services to businesses in England. Give them a call today on 0800 998 1098 or visit the Business Support Helpline website.
