Those thinking of starting a new business or are in the early days of trading in Wyre Forest can now access a range of individual support across the region, through the programme ‘Enterprise for Success’.
Part funded by the European Regional Development Fund, the scheme offers access to a team of experienced and specialist business advisors, who are able to guide clients through the journey of starting a company and providing them with the tools to grow and succeed.
Supported by a wide range of partners, including local authorities across the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership and the regional Growth Hub, the Library of Birmingham and Birmingham City University, the programme offers one to one personal advice sessions, as well as a wealth of expert workshops and events. Key topics include business planning, financial forecasting and sources of finance, marketing, and intellectual property – as well as practical information including registering your business and choosing the right structure.
Councillor Ian Hardiman, Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Regeneration said
“The Enterprise for Success” scheme is a comprehensive package of support for start up and growing businesses delivered through one of our two Local Enterprise Partnerships, Greater Birmingham & Solihull LEP. We urge local entrepreneurs to look closely at this, and all of the business schemes available to them, to access the support they need.”
Councillor Howard Williams, Member Champion for Business at Wyre Forest District Council said:
“We know there is a wealth of talent and innovation on our doorstep and our business community is incredibly strong. We are committed to creating the right environment for them to prosper and create jobs for the future.
“The ‘Enterprise for Success’ scheme is an excellent resource for our start up and growing businesses which ensures they are given every help to realise their ambitions to succeed and flourish.”
To access the support, or to find our more, contact the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Growth Hub on 0800 032 3488, or at www.gbslepgrowthhub.co.uk.
