Running a small business isn’t easy, it can feel lonely just ensuring that the day to day tasks are completed. Then there’s cash flow and revenue, managing employees, bringing in new business and the list goes on.
There is business support available though, on your doorstep in Ripley, Amber Valley and further afield in Derbyshire and beyond. We’ve highlighted a number of business support schemes, events and training from start up business grants, small business grants, business funding and general business advice and consultancy.
Amber Valley Business Support
Amber Valley Borough Council provide business support and advice from funding and grants advice to business networking and business surgeries. This is available for both start-ups and established businesses operating in the Amber Valley area. Take a look at the Amber Valley business support available.
Amber Valley Accelerator
The Amber Valley Accelerator is a new business support project to help businesses across the district. The project aims to help businesses in growing and sustaining. Support, business grants and workshops are available which is all funded by the Government.
Vision Derbyshire Business Start-Up Grant Scheme
The Vision Derbyshire Business Start-Up Grant Scheme offers grants of up to £10,000 for start up business costs. Businesses must be registered with Companies House or HMRC and have an active bank account. The business grants can help with ICT infrastructure, tools, machinery and equipment, websites, marketing materials and more. See if you’re eligible for the Vision Derbyshire Business Start-Up Grant Scheme.
D2N2 Growth Hub Business Training
D2N2 Growth Hub supports businesses in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire with a team of dedicated Business Advisers. Their initiatives can point you in the right direction when it comes to business advice and support. Providing free business training and advice to small businesses across Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire.
East Midlands Chamber of Commerce Business Support
East Midlands Chamber of Commerce provide a variety of support from training, business growth opportunities to HR, legal, health and safety, VAT and tax services. If you’re not sure what support you need, East Midlands Chamber of Commerce will be able to help in giving you the right advice.
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Business Support
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Business Support provide access to business spaces and support. NTU is known for the great business support and courses that are available for small businesses. NTU Enterprise offer business support services to help you in every step of the way.
University of Derby Business Support
Similarly, University of Derby Business Support provides business consultancy, grants, events and training for small businesses and start-ups in Derby and Derbyshire. Funding and support programmes are available via University of Derby Business Support.
FSB (Federation of Small Businesses)
FSB (Federation of Small Businesses) have been helping small businesses and the self-employed for the past fifty years. By becoming a member, you have access to a dedicated business support line, support with growing and managing a team, savings and connections with your local business community.
Small Business Britain
Small Business Britain provide free resources, reports, events and more. Supporting over 5.8 small businesses in the UK, regardless of location or sector. Their resources may be helpful in finding schemes that are relevant to supporting you or your business sector.
Enterprise Nation
Enterprise Nation are an organisation that can help you whether you’re starting up a new business or you need help in developing an existing business. Support, business mentoring and training is available for SMEs and you can join for free!
Google Small Business – Google Digital Garage
Google Digital Garage provide a variety of marketing and digital skills training for free. This is available to help develop skills for your career or to help your business when it comes to marketing, coding and other essential digital skills.
Government Grants – Business Grants
Find grant funding with Government Grants on the Gov.uk site. You’ll be able to find if your business is eligible for a government grant, funding, and how to apply for a business grant.
Ascentant Accountancy – Business Support
At Ascentant Accountancy, we provide a range of support options to the local Community – You don’t even need to be a client! We provide:
- Mentoring
- Free Hot Desking
- Free Workshops and Training
- Free Networking Events
For further information on how Ascentant Accountancy in Ripley can help to support your Business, get in touch on 01773 424009 or Ripley@ascentant.co.uk.
