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February Business Support News |
Business Drop in Session
 As a valued member of our business community, we are inviting you to our upcoming Business Drop-in Session, delivered by our Enterprise team and the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Growth Hub.
The purpose of the Drop-in Session is to showcase the various business support programmes and initiatives that we have to offer. You will be able to gain valuable insights into the range of assistance available to help you grow.
During the session, you will have the opportunity to:
- Learn about the diverse range of financial support and grants specifically designed for South Staffordshire businesses, as well as advice on alternative funding sources.
- Gain valuable insights into training and development opportunities to enhance your workforce’s skills and productivity.
- Engage with South Staffordshire Council’s Enterprise team and the selected advisor from the Growth Hub who will be on hand to provide personalised guidance and support tailored to your unique needs.
- Explore networking openings with local businesses, fostering potential collaborations and partnerships.
- Understand the Council’s long-term economic vision for South Staffordshire and how you can contribute to its success.
This will be held at the Codsall Community Hub on Tuesday, February 27th, 2024, from 10am to 12pm. The team will be located on the Ground Floor outside the cafe.
Workshops help South Staffs businesses Strive for Success
South Staffs businesses looking to plot a growth curve have two opportunities to join the district’s Strive for Success programme this spring.
Led by South Staffordshire Council, Strive for Success offers one-to-one support and a workshop with a specialist growth advisor, plus access to potential grant opportunities.
Funded by the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) the programme aims to equip businesses with the tools and knowledge needed to become investment-ready.
Cllr Victoria Wilson, Deputy Leader and Cabinet member for Business Enterprise and Community Infrastructure at South Staffordshire Council, said: “Supporting existing business growth is vital to our local economy, and we want to ensure that South Staffordshire businesses have the right support to help them grow.
“Through Strive for Success, we can provide the advice and tools to help them thrive and realise their growth potential.
“Strive for Success is delivered directly by the council, allowing us to gain a greater insight to what businesses need and want, strengthening the local supply chain and encouraging collaboration.
“Due to our unique approach to delivery of the UK Shared Prosperity Funding we are able to provide more local businesses with expert support and funding.”
Launched in October 2023, Strive for Success has provided support to more than 30 small business owners and achieved a remarkable 96% satisfaction rating for value and practical content.
For further information visit: Strive for success | South Staffordshire District Council (sstaffs.gov.uk)
Start in South Staffs
 Start in South Staffs provides practical advice and guidance for budding entrepreneurs and businesses which have been trading for up to two years.
New businesses can benefit from a bespoke programme of support and workshops designed to equip new business owners with the fundamental tools and knowledge required to run a successful business.
Eligible businesses may also be able to access grant funding up to £1,000, to support with start-up costs.
If you are looking to set up a new business within South Staffordshire, please click here to register.
Creating Brighter Futures
Creating Brighter Futures is paving the way for a positive and more prosperous future for both employers and employees alike. This programme aims to empower employers to upskill their workforce through funded support and training.
Through this programme, employers can enhance the skills of their workforce, leading to increased productivity, efficiency and overall success.
The Creating Brighter Futures team are also seeking businesses who are willing to offer work experience placements and volunteering opportunities within their organisation, giving individuals the chance to make their future brighter.
For further information, please click here
Tendering opportunity: West Midlands Interchange - onsite catering
An opportunity has arisen for an onsite catering facility to support the West Midlands Interchange.
Winvic Construction has been appointed to design and construct the infrastructure works for the West Midlands Interchange development.
Works to include earthworks to 5,000 series plot, plot 3010 and plot 2010, formation of community parks (excluding soft landscaping) and associated site-wide surface water drainage and delivery of off-site highways works to the A449, A5 and Vicarage Road.
As part of Winvic Construction’s development, they are looking to secure an onsite catering facility.
A catering facility is required to:
- Provide breakfast and lunch options.
- Serving from 6.30am until approx. 3pm.
- Potential for serving approx. 50 – 100 people on site.
- Current programme for the offices is Sunday, November 12th, 2023 – Friday, September 20th, 2024 (however this will extend in line with the project programme).
- Provide catering for client or internal meetings.
All subcontractors are required to complete a Q25 Supply Chain Prequalification Questionnaire and supply all relevant supporting documentation, where you will be required to sign the Subcontractor Acceptance form where indicated and send back to us as part of your Subcontractor Questionnaire Submittal.
To find out more please email businesshub@sstaffs.gov.uk
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