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Read the latest business news, top tips, support and funding announcements, and success stories from across the region.

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  • Sustainability
  • Case study

03 April 2025

How Dreadnought Tiles made significant savings to their energy usage with BEAS

Dreadnought Tiles reduced its energy usage and costs through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS).

Mayor Richard Parker speaking with the founders of Attic Brewery at their premises
  • Sustainability
  • News

01 April 2025

New funding to help hundreds more businesses cut energy costs and carbon emissions

New funding to help hundreds more businesses cut energy costs and carbon emissions.

A worker at the Midtherm manufacturing plant, busy in the fabrications section
  • Innovation
  • Case study

31 March 2025

Supply chain transition; moving into emerging and growing markets

Black Country manufacturer Midtherm is branching out into new markets after joining a programme designed to support SMEs in the West Midlands to diversify their products and services and win new customers.

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  • Employer resources
  • Tips

24 March 2025

Leading teams with confidence

Understand your staff’s motivations, your own leadership style and how you can support your team to reach a shared goal. Essential tips for effective leadership.

Delegates networking in front of a Business Festival banner
  • News

17 March 2025

First look at the success of the inaugural West Midlands Business Festival

Top line stats, observations and a huge thank you from the Business Growth West Midlands team.

Mayor Richard Parker at a site visit in high vis and a blue helmet in the snow
  • Innovation
  • Blog

14 March 2025

Grow your business in thriving new sectors

Transitioning into new supply chain sectors is an effective strategy for driving growth and scaling your business operations this year.

Colleagues working together at a computer with a braille keyboard
  • Employer resources
  • Tips

13 March 2025

Why hiring disabled staff will boost your business, and how to do it well

Hiring and retaining disabled employees isn't just about fulfilling your social responsibility — it's also a smart business move.

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  • Marketing
  • Tips

12 March 2025

How to generate more leads from your website

Five top tips for improving your website's performance. Brought to you by the West Midlands Business Festival.