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Calling All Local Small Businesses: Secure Your FREE BOOST Business Support Session Before March 2025!
We are excited to announce that we still have a few appointments left in the current round of our Business BOOST support program. This is a fantastic opportunity for small and micro businesses to receive free, one-to-one business support tailored to their specific needs.
Don't miss out! Book your session today by emailing info@northdevonplus.co.uk with "Business Boost," your name, and contact details, or call us at 01237 428 834.
Our program is designed to support small and micro businesses (up to 50 employees with a turnover of less than £10m). The aim is to assist businesses in improving their performance, growing and developing, creating jobs, increasing turnover, reducing costs, and enhancing sustainability.
Make sure to grab this opportunity before our current programme closes at the end of March 2025!
A new wave of investment opportunities is coming to North Devon & Torridge with the launch of North Devon Angels, an investment group dedicated to supporting high-potential startups and early-stage businesses in the region.
The group officially launched on 31 January 2025, with an open call to potential new Angels, and founders seeking investment, in the local area, to reach out and find out more about North Devon Angels.
Find out more at UK Business Angel Network in the South West and South Wales
 The countdown has begun to Petroc's ‘100 Apprentices in 100 Days’ campaign, officially launching on 11 February 2025.
This initiative aims to unite businesses across North Devon in pledging an apprenticeship opportunity, creating vital career pathways for students in the year ahead.
The campaign seeks to secure commitments from local employers to provide 100 apprenticeship placements in just 100 days, an initiative designed to tackle skills gaps, support young talent, and strengthen the local economy. By offering opportunities, businesses can nurture fresh talent while contributing to the future prosperity of North Devon.
As a champion of apprenticeship programmes, Petroc is calling on companies of all sizes to take part. This is an incredible chance for businesses to invest in their future workforce while giving students the skills and experience they need to succeed. As the February 11 launch date approaches, businesses are encouraged to register their interest and learn more about the benefits of apprenticeships. To do so please visit 100 Apprentices in 100 Days - Petroc College
Are you a food SME looking to take climate action but facing funding barriers? The Carbon Literacy Project, with support from The Compass Group Foundation, offers free Carbon Literacy training for food SMEs with an annual turnover of less than £5 million.
Why Carbon Literacy?
- Equip your team with skills to build a low-carbon culture.
- Meet sustainability goals and enhance your environmental reputation.
- Understand climate impacts and develop actionable strategies.
To apply read the application guidance, complete the form, and apply soon as spots are limited.
The deadline to apply is 10 March 2025.
For more information please visit Food SMEs Offer - The Carbon Literacy Project
 The South West Visitor Economy Hub provides businesses and organisations with the data they need to grow, like never before.
The Hub is an exciting new online information system tracking the performance of the tourism sector in Devon and Somerset. Businesses can compare performances with their peers and plan their activity around reliable, real-time information.
For more information please visit South West Visitor Economy Hub - Tourism Data for Businesses
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