We have renewed our contract with Backing Essex Business for a third year. This service offers up to 12 hours of free and impartial business advice for local entrepreneurs.
Businesses can:
- access finance and receive advice on funding
- discover mentoring and networking opportunities
- find training programmes and workshops
- receive guidance on marketing and branding
- learn about strategic planning
The service is delivered by Let’s Do Business Group and funded by Essex County Council. It has already offered tailored support to 844 businesses across a range of sectors. These include fashion, hospitality, technology and logistics. Support has helped to safeguard over 700 local jobs.
Over the next year, Backing Essex Businesses aims to engage even more entrepreneurs. The team will continue to offer successful programmes, such as the Group2Grow Network Programme. Businesses can also expect new initiatives, including additional training and sector-specific events.
Visit the Backing Essex Business website to access support.
