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- Funding
- Tips
18 November 2024
A simple guide to business funding options
There are many ways to fund your business growth. This overview will help you choose the right type of finance.
- Case study
- Sustainability
14 November 2024
Alpha-Rowen cut costs and boost efficiency with BEAS
Learn how this business optimised furnace efficiency, saved money and reduced emissions.
- Sustainability
- Tips
13 November 2024
Energy efficiency in manufacturing
Cut energy costs, boost efficiency, and reduce emissions with 5 practical steps.
- Case study
- Funding
11 November 2024
Retail business overcomes cash flow barriers in order to expand
Learn how this Birmingham business expanded its operations with free support from the Investment Readiness programme - achieving growth and creating local jobs.
- Employer resources
- Tips
06 November 2024
Unlock talent with age-inclusive hiring: How older workers can help SMEs overcome staffing challenges
The labour market, both nationally and in the West Midlands, is facing a persistent challenge: too many job vacancies and too few applicants. Could the solution lie in more age-inclusive hiring practices to attract and retain older workers?
- Marketing
- Tips
31 October 2024
An introduction to TikTok and why your business should be on it
TikTok offers an unmatched chance to reach potential customers in a more dynamic, personal way.
- Case study
- Funding
30 October 2024
Investment Readiness programme delivers tax relief and improved pitch deck for Coventry-based Perubien founder
Perubien’s Luciana Gaspar Zamora is transforming the UK food industry with functional ingredients from Peruvian crops. Thanks to the Investment Readiness Programme, Luciana is now equipped to attract investors, refine her pitch, and scale her business for lasting impact.
- News
16 October 2024
Narrative for Black entrepreneurs needs to change, says scale up founder
Business leaders can change the narrative around Black entrepreneurship away from negative stereotypes, a founder who grew his business with Business Growth West Midlands support has said as Black History Month is celebrated.
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