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- 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.
- Business Festival
- News
01 October 2024
Mayor announces plans for first West Midlands Business Festival
The first West Midlands Business Festival will take place in March next year and bring together small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and the wider business community for a fortnight of inspiration, innovation, learning, showcasing, and networking.
- Case study
- Sustainability
26 September 2024
Black Country business discovers £30,000 annual savings through energy efficiency advice
Brockhouse Group has achieved significant savings after implementing energy efficiency measures through the BEAS programme.
- Employer resources
24 September 2024
BT Group launches £4m Apprenticeship Fund to support small businesses
New Apprenticeship Fund, designed to support SMEs, charities and public sector organisations across England by providing access to £4m in apprenticeship funding over an initial four-year period.
- Employer resources
- Tips
23 September 2024
8 simple strategies for enhancing employee performance
Simple yet effective strategies that can help you build a strong, motivated team and drive your business forward
- Blog
20 September 2024
Supporting manufacturers to enter new markets with the Supply Chain Transition programme
Learn how this new opportunity will help businesses involved in more traditional sectors of the region’s economy to adapt to new technologies and take their transferrable skills into new and growing sectors
- Marketing
- Tips
19 September 2024
Top tips for advertising your business on social media
Practical strategies for getting started and optimising your social media advertising.