 Telephone support
Monday 14 August – Friday 18 August
Time: 1-2-1 slots available to book online
Following the successful previous rounds of business support appointments with our Wayfinder team specialist Bob Clarke, we are now offering free 1-2-1 business consultation appointments over the phone.
Bob can advise on a range of topics including business planning; finance, loans and grants; sales and marketing; recruitment, development and retention; technology solutions and international trade.
Advice sessions are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure to express your interest and reserve a place now.
Online Business School – October 2023
Whether you are at the beginning of your business journey, already an established business, or have just started to build your side hustle, this free online course will give you the information, inspiration, and practical advice you need.
Complete our expression of interest below to be the first in line to sign up for this free course:
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Small Business Spotlight
Skate Cabal
International Youth Day 12 August
The theme for International Youth Day 2023 is Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World.
To celebrate this special day, we are delighted to showcase one of our young Newham entrepreneurs; James Kaguima, founder of Skate Cabal.
James started the community-driven platform using roller skating to empower individuals. He is also a Chair of Elevate at London Legacy Development Corporation, bridging the gap between opportunity and the community.
Discussing his journey into entrepreneurship, James said:"My biggest role model is my grandfather who paved his pay from poverty in Kenya to become a successful real estate developer. I also overcame many challenges faced by job rejections in law school to becoming an entrepreneur aiming to help others today."
James has recently been nominated for the Rising Star of the Year with Foundervine’s Changemaker Awards. The voting window is now open until 25 August so please consider voting for him.
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 Join the Newham Chamber of Commerce for free!
Calling all entrepreneurs, sole traders, partnerships and small businesses that have up to five employees: you can currently join the Newham Chamber of Commerce (NCC) for free.
Existing Grade A NCC members will receive a 50% concession, you do not need to do anything our colleagues at NCC will write to you in due course.
This initiative is a direct result of a collaborative approach between the NCC and Newham and is funded by the United Kingdom Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF) in order to directly benefit the small business community in our borough.
This offer reflects Mayor Fiaz’s Building a Fairer Newham objective to create an inclusive economy that works for local people and supports their well-being and financial security.
We know that many businesses are facing rising costs so will benefit from free NCC membership. Benefits include networking opportunities, monthly events, business support, free legal advice, financial advice, annual conference and awards and much more!
 Showcase your business in Oxford Street
Do you dream of the opportunity to launch your brand in prime retail space? How does having your brand represented rent-free on Oxford Street sound?
Westminster City Council has launched the Meanwhile On: Oxford Street Programme, this programme offers prime retail space rent-free for up to six months; businesses will be expected to cover project running costs.
It is calling on innovative, cutting-edge and up-and-coming brands that can offer something unique to Oxford Street’s audience in terms of product, events, experience or concept to apply.
Applications close at midday on Wednesday 30 August.
For more information:
 Newham Business Awards 2023
Apply now for the Newham Chamber of Commerce’s annual Newham Business Awards 2023 and a chance to win £1,000 prize for the John James Business of the Year winner.
Some of the key award categories include:
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year
- Business Person of the Year
- E-business of the Year
- Customer Service
- Sole/Micro Trader of the Year
Entry is open to all companies based in Newham and/or companies who have completed substantial business in Newham.
The closing date for entries is 17:00hrs on Monday 25 September.
For more information and to apply:
 The Chatty Cafe
Do you own a café in Newham? Why not join the Chatty Café initiative that aims to tackle loneliness by encouraging small moments of connection that can make a big difference?
This is part of the wider Be Connected programme that supports residents to connect - due to launch in September.
We will fund the registration fee and promote your business locally and nationally – all you need to do is dedicate a table for an hour per week and invite people to get involved by sharing the table talkers, posters, leaflets and window stickers, which we’ll send you.
For more information:
 Make your idea a reality with a grant of up to £20,000
Get funded to make your project happen and make change in Newham.
Anyone who lives, works or learns in Newham can apply for up to £5,000. Voluntary, community and faith sector organisations (VCFS) can apply for up to £20,000.
Grants will fund projects based in one of Newham's eight Community Neighbourhoods that meet one of the local priorities chosen by residents.
For more information and to apply:
Discover Caxton Works
- Are you looking for a new independent shopping experience?
- Are you a new trader looking to sell your goods at our new vibrant market?
Then Caxton Works could be for you!
Caxton Works is the new independent hub of Canning Town located on Hoy Street, E16 1ZA – a short walk from Canning Town tube station or Royal Victoria DLR station. Alongside the 13 permanent units offering a range of fresh and exciting products and experiences there is now a New Community Street Market taking place every Sunday 11:00-18:00.
The area offers a lively vibrant urban space for all, offering wellbeing, retail, pop-up bars and restaurants, street food and entertainment. Check out the website for more information and to find out about upcoming events such as the monthly Caxton Crawl (last Friday of every month) and other community projects, workshops, cultural festivals and exhibitions.
The market is well worth a visit if you're looking to buy quality, niche products followed by opportunities to relax and enjoy some chilled time.
Our Markets Team has a time-limited offer for new traders who can secure a free trial followed by low ongoing running costs. If you would like to find out more please email with brief details of your products and services and they can discuss pitch availability and inform you of the next steps. Anyone taking up the offer will need to complete a formal market trader’s application form.
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