Use the support that is out there
I MEET a lot of businesses and continue to be surprised at the numbers who don’t seek or access the support that is available to them – sometimes “freely” available!
The Business Growth Hub, part of Manchester Growth Company, opened its doors in 2011 to support businesses in the Greater Manchester region that have the potential and determination to grow.
The hub’s purpose is to help businesses, whether established, scale-up or start-up, at all stages of their growth journey, to realise their potential, whether that’s providing support around funding options or in-depth insights about exploring new markets at home and abroad; or supplying expert advice on the latest innovations, digital tech and eco-friendly solutions to craft business strategies and shape work forces.
In the last five years the Business Growth Hub has directly supported more than 7,300 businesses and created 8,000 jobs while safeguarding 11,000 more across Greater Manchester.
If you’re not already accessing this support and you need advice or information to help grow your business, I suggest you find out what they can do!
Better still, it’s fullyfunded, meaning there’s no cost to you.
In partnership with the council, the hub has two engagement officers in Stockport, Vincent McIntyre and Simone Callaghan, who can talk to you about unlocking your business potential.
Email info@ businessgrowthhub.com or visit www. businessgrowthhub.com, call 0161 359 3050.