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- 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.
- News
15 October 2024
Business Growth West Midlands enabling Black businesses to reclaim narrative
Business Growth West Midlands marks Black History Month - and 2024's theme of reclaiming narratives - with inspiring stories from Black business leaders, and plans to address inequalities in access to business support and finance.
- News
- Innovation
14 October 2024
Free support for business innovation
New hubs empower SMEs thanks to a £2.4 million investment.
- Case study
- Sustainability
04 October 2024
Green grant helps Solihull bowls club cut costs and modernise facilities
A thriving sports club in Solihull is set to save £20,000-a-year on energy costs after accessing a grant to transform their facility and boost their green credentials.
- News
01 October 2024
Mayor announces plans for first West Midlands Business Festival
The first West Midlands Business Festival will take place in March 2025 and bring together small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and the wider business community for a fortnight of inspiration, innovation, learning, showcasing, and networking.
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