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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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  • News
  • Innovation

14 October 2024

Free support for business innovation

New hubs empower SMEs thanks to a £2.4 million investment.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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.