The City of Wolverhampton Council has launched a public consultation for its new draft climate strategy, “Our Net Zero City”. This strategy outlines an evidence-based pathway to achieving net zero, tailored to the unique needs, challenges and opportunities of our city.

 We would like to invite you to provide your feedback on the plans to understand how we can make the strategy better reflect your needs. You can find detailed information on the strategy, as well as an online survey to provide feedback here

 We are also planning to run in-person events for local businesses to provide further information on the draft strategy, gather feedback and answer any questions. Details of these events will be communicated in the coming weeks.

 For more information, please contact climateaction@wolverhampton.gov.uk. 

Business Growth West Midlands (BGWM) organise a programme of business support webinars - here are a couple coming up this month.

For details of all BGWM Webinars and Workshops please click here

Investing in Employee Skills for Long-Term Growth

Tuesday 8 October 2024   09:00 - 10:30     Online

Designed to equip business leaders with the tools and knowledge necessary to foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development within their organisations. Participants will learn strategies for effective training programs, methods to assess and meet employee needs, and techniques to drive long-term growth through skill enhancement. To book a place please click here

Innovation and Creativity Masterclass

Thursday 10th October     10:30 am – 1:00pm Springfield Brewery (part of the University of Wolverhampton) Grimstone Street, Wolverhampton WV10 0JP

This Masterclass aims to provide more of a deep dive into the interchangeability of innovation and creativity and explain how you can develop and implement innovation tools and techniques to help your creative practice. You’ll hear from creative business owners and practitioners both locally, nationally and internationally who have placed innovation at the heart of everything they do and the impact that his has provided to them, their businesses as well as the wider communities that they represent.

The event will consist of 3 demonstrations of Innovation and Creativity in action from 3 organisations as well as a Panel Discussion followed by networking at The Springfield Brewery. To book a place please click here

Menopause in the Workplace

Wednesday 16th October 2024      10:00-10:30     Online

As we prepare to celebrate World Menopause Day, this 30-minute session will provide an introduction to Menopause Awareness within the workplace. Thrive at Work are thrilled to share that Julie Glyn-Jones from Henpicked Menopause in the Workplace will return to run this short session on:

•    Why we all need to talk about menopause at work •    Some practical suggestions in how to put the right support in place   •    How can becoming a Menopause Friendly Employer save you money

This session will include a 20-minute presentation and a 10-minute Q & A session. If you have any questions that you would like answering during the event please email ThriveAtWork@wmca.org.uk. To book a place please click here 

Overcoming Objections and Closing the Deal with Confidence

Tuesday 29 October   10:00 - 11:30        Online

Addressing objections effectively is a cornerstone of successful sales. In this 90 minute webinar, participants will learn to anticipate and overcome common objections, turning them into opportunities for building trust and advancing the sales process. The webinar will also focus on proven closing techniques that empower you to seal the deal with confidence in your own personality style.

To book a place please click here

Black Country Innovation Services is a programme delivered through the local Colleges with support from Innovate UK. In Wolverhampton it has resulted in the College establishing the Digital Innovation Hub led by Sage Lal to deliver support in innovation implementation, business consultancy services, and a range of workshops that provide businesses with essential expertise and resources with focus areas being Artificial Intelligence (AI), Green Technology, and Cybersecurity. 

Next Wednesday there is an opportunity to engage in a hands-on workshop focused on the PREPARED framework—an innovative approach enabling professionals to outsource routine tasks to AI tools like ChatGPT, Gamma, Midjourney and Pi, allowing them to remain focused on creative and strategic thinking

For more info and to book a place please click here

To learn more about the innovation support from the college please email Sage at Lals@wolvcoll.ac.uk |

Whether you’re launching a new business or developing an existing one, Enterprise Nation can connect you to the resources and expertise to help you succeed. Founded in 2005, Enterprise Nation has grown to a community of over 120,000 people and has already supported over 500,000 businesses so far this year,You can join for free to access support by clicking here 

If you have any queries relating to business support, growing your business, or some of the challenges you are facing, then please call the council's Business Support helpline on 01902 555572 or complete the online enquiry form here

To support your business enquiry and growth our team can conduct a free business diagnostic and connect you quickly to the right support.