Business programmes and networking

Locally, the area benefits from having lots of business support programmes available for FREE. Support varies and includes sector-targeted programmes in manufacturing and visitor, leisure and hospitality and general tailored support in themes such as start-ups, tech and innovation, energy and sustainability and business growth. These programmes are typically delivered through workshops, networking events and 1:1 coaching tailored to your needs. The following are the current business support programmes available.
 

Warwickshire business Start-up 

Specifically designed to support businesses within their 24 months of trading, this programme provides guidance and fundamental skills to start and grow your business. The programme is delivered by experienced business advisors via 1:1 coaching and workshops.

For more information and to register, please visit Warwickshire Business Start-up.
 

Warwickshire Business Resilience and Growth Programme

Aimed at business trading for over 24 months, this programme offers a package of support designed to help you grow your business. Support may include, identifying new markets, financial management, sales and marketing and planning diversification. You will be guided by business coaches who will offer free, impartial and practical advice through 1:1 meetings.

If you want to know more and to register, visit Warwickshire Business Resilience and Growth Programme.
 

Warwickshire visitor Economy and Hospitality Support

This programme provides specialist package support for businesses within the hospitality and tourism sectors. This includes 1:1 business coaching, networking and connectivity and workshops covering topics such as social media, marketing, SEO, recruitment and retention and business planning.

For more information, please visit Warwickshire Visitor Economy and Hospitality Support.
 

Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme (DNZ)

On behalf of Warwickshire County Council and its boroughs, Coventry City Council is delivering a programme aimed at supporting SMEs in reducing their emissions, maximising low carbon opportunities, understanding best practices and reducing costs. The programme includes:

• Free energy and resource efficiency audits to help identify savings
• Access to other specialist support for innovation and growth
• Various free events, workshops, webinars, podcasts and 1:1 support
• Eligible SMEs will be able to apply to one of the programmes grant

For more information, please visit Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme.
 

Warwickshire Manufacturing Growth

This programme was developed to support SME manufacturing in identifying their improvement goals, while supporting their development in various areas including productivity, competitiveness, sustainability, job creation or adaptation of new products or services through digital implementation. Their support is tailored to your business need, and it offers:

• On-going support by dedicated and experienced manufacturing growth managers
• A comprehensive business diagnostic tool for manufacturers
• Support in identifying opportunities and create plans for growth and improvement
• Access to manufacturing workshops
• Peer networks

If you are a manufacturing business and need tailored support, please consider visiting Warwickshire Manufacturing Growth Programme.
 

Business ready - Warwickshire High Growth and Innovation Programme

The aim of this project is to engage with tech based, innovation-led SMEs looking to grow. This programme provides access to finance, markets, skills & knowledge and incubation. To address skill gaps in businesses, the programme delivers monthly free workshops.

For more information, please visit Business ready.