Peer Networks Local
Peer Networks is a networking programme for SME leaders who want to grow and develop their organisation. The programme is available across the Marches and is funded by the government to help businesses recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Marches LEP has secured funding to run the programme local via its business support service, the Marches Growth Hub. More
BESST
The environmental support group BESST. The partnership is designed to help companies grow awareness and improve their environmental performance by networking and sharing ideas. Membership currently stands at over 140 businesses. Please see the website link for more details, again events are organised at a minimum, quarterly.
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Federation of Small Businesses
The Federation of Small Businesses is the UK's largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms. Formed in 1974, it now has around 200,000 members across 33 regions and 188 branches, including the Marches region's Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire branch. Visit Website
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses programme
People in the Marches who are looking to grow their business and create new jobs are being offered fully funded training to help them achieve their goals. More
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Established in the 1830s during the industrial revolution, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce remains a dynamic member-led, not for profit organisation, working to support the local business community and specifically our 1400-strong network of member businesses.
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Mentoring Britain
Mentoring Britain has collaborated with Government Startup Loan providers to create a Speed Mentoring Programme to give advice on all aspects of starting and setting up a new business More
Meres & Mosses Business Environment Network (MMBEN)
A link to advice, sharing good practice and an opportunity to network with other companies and businesses Visit Website
Oswestry Chamber of Commerce
Supporting and speaking up for the Oswestry business community, influencing decisions that may impact on the business community and the life of the town as a whole and promoting a positive and progressive environment within Oswestry. A place to raise issues regarding your business and the town.
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Shrewsbury Business Chamber
Shrewsbury Business Chamber is a non-profit making organisation run by its members, for the benefit and improvement of its members, the town of Shrewsbury and its surrounding environs, and the local community as a whole. Visit Website
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce
A true champion of Shropshire business at local, regional and national level, Shropshire Chamber of Commerce sits at the heart of the community, working with companies of all shapes and sizes, and representing all sectors.
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