Coventry & Warwickshire Business Growth Breakfast Meeting: Aston Programme for Small Business Growth

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Thursday, 1 June, 2017 - 08:00 to 09:30

Coventry & Warwickshire Business Growth Breakfast Meeting: Aston Programme for Small Business Growth

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Aston Centre for Growth

Hello SME,

We want to personally, invite you to our Business Growth Breakfast Meeting to find out more information about our very exciting Aston Programme for Small Business growth and receive application support.

Aston Centre for Growth is on the search for small and medium (SME) sized businesses who have been trading for at least 12-months or more and have a scalable business with potential for growth. You should be the founder or CEO of the business and should be the person who is responsible for driving the growth strategy of this business.

Is it time to grow your business and take it to that next level? … Of course, it is!

The Aston Programme for Small Business Growth aims to support SMEs to grow by increasing their turnover and creating jobs within the midlands.The six-month programme provides practical workshops taught by experts in SME leadership and management and one-to-one support from an experienced business mentor.

To find out more visit www.aston.ac.uk/smallbusinessgrowth

Businesses from any sector with benefit, including Social Enterprises.

Find out if you are eligible by clicking here.

Please note businesses in retail or agriculture sectors are not eligible for this programme.

The Aston Programme for Small Business Growth is part-funded by Aston University and the European Regional Development Fund and is free for SMEs who have an operational address within the Black Country, Coventry and Warwickshire, Greater Birmingham and Solihull or The Marches (transitional area only) LEP regions.

To apply, you need to submit an application form which is available by:

Downloading it from www.aston.ac.uk/smallbusinessgrowth

Emailing:centreforgrowth@aston.ac.uk

Or calling the programme team: 0121 204 3225

Application Deadline: 5th June 2017

Breakfast Meeting Agenda:

  • 08:00 am Registration, Breakfast & Networking
  • 08:15 am Welcome; Meet the team
  • 08:20 am Find out more about Aston Programme for Small Business Growth
  • 08:35 am Q&A
  • 08:45 am One-to-One support and Networking
  • 09:30 am Close.

The team is available from start to finish to offer as much information as possible and answer any questions you may have before applying for Aston Programme for Small Business Growth.

Book a one-to-one meeting with a team member to discuss the programme further:

If you would like to arrange a one-to-one meeting with a team member to discuss the programme further please, contact Vicci (Programme Engagement Manager) at v.hogan@aston.ac.uk or call 0121 204 5023. Time will be limited at the breakfast meeting however, we will do our best ( depending on demand ) to offer each an allocated time but if we are booked and you want to chat sooner than the 01st June by all means please, get in touch and a one-to-one meeting can be arranged at Aston Business School.

For any queries please contact Vicci at v.hogan@aston.ac.uk or call 0121 204 5023.

Follow us on Twitter: @AstonGrowth #APFSBG

We look forward to meeting you on the 01st June!

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Client testimonials

Without the Growth Hubs help and assistance, we would never have been able to increase our sales & output and also grow our local business. With this help in purchasing new equipment we have expanded our operations and gained a new and increased customer base.

Nuneaton Roof Truss,

Over the past few years, Armstrongs has built up a fantastic relationship with Gary Thyeson from the Growth Hub. His advice on grants and funding has been really valuable to both Armstrongs and some of our clients. His knowledge of local business support has been helpful in signposting us to relevant support agencies as required. We look forward to working with Laura Delahunty moving forwards.

Armstrongs Accountancy LTD,

In the short time since first engaging with the Warwickshire Growth Hub we feel that Laura has understood our vision and has been so very supportive in linking us to the specialist teams who are now supporting us with training, finance and recruitment. A great service that every growing organisation should connect with

MES Systems Limited,

I have had an excellent experience working with Laura from the Growth Hub, from day one, she was taking detailed attention to my concerns and ideas. She was able to put me in contact with different organisations and people to find out answers to my questions and help me to solve some inquiries I was having. I feel this support definitely had a positive impact in my plans. 

 

PALACIOS LTD,

It’s been a fantastic inaugural eight months for the TalentTech Recruitment team and, although the reality of setting up and running a company can be a somewhat daunting experience, we have been extremely grateful for the superb help, advice and guidance given to us along our journey by Gavin Barnett and the team at CW Growth Hub. Gavin’s introductions to both Warwick & Coventry Universities and his wider business network have been absolutely invaluable.

TalentTech Recruitment LTD,

For many individuals out there, it is very hard to figure out ways and know which direction to go when it comes to setting up a business. The challenges of taking your idea and bringing it to life and not knowing where to go and who to speak to for advice. it can get very frustrating..

King of Saffron LTD,

This grant [which we received with the help of the Growth Hub and Coventry City Council] will really help us get on track for business growth and succeed with our vision. Personally, I would also like to thank the team for supporting me through the grant application process. You have been very approachable and attentive throughout.

Exeter Analytical (UK) Limited,

Thank you for the comprehensive and professional guidance

Burbidge & Son Ltd,

Over the years since the Growth Hub was set up we have habitually gone to our Account Manager as a one-stop shop for all business-related information.  It has been a really convenient way of finding suppliers, advisors and, on one occasion, we even asked for assistance with finding customers.  We are invited to a wide range of business events including business development workshops, Brexit roundtable discussions, seminars on various topics and have also been asked to speak at some events.  When we have needed additional information, for example, finding finance sources or help with selecti

Marchantcain Design Limited,

Thanks to CW Growth hub getting us access to grant funding we have been able to invest in the latest computer monitoring system, which will enable us to compete with the national companies within our industry.

Comrie Leisure Limited,

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