Two schemes providing support and training to local businesses are available in Conservative-led East Sussex.
The Ready to Grow and Big Ambitions programmes, which have received £447,464 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, are open to companies based in Lewes, Eastbourne, Rother and Wealden districts.
Ready To Grow is a training programme for early-stage business owners who have been trading for less than three years. The programme includes in person and online workshops, masterclasses, one to one support and networking opportunities.
Big Ambitions provides up to 18 hours of expertise for businesses who are growing and likely to employ additional staff within the next six to 12 months and includes one to one diagnostic action planning and specialist support.
Provision of the programmes, which are a collaborative project between Lewes District, Eastbourne Borough, Rother District and Wealden District Councils, is being managed by East Sussex County Council on behalf of the local authorities.
Both programmes are being delivered by Digital Islands, a specialist provider of business support services.
Conservative Cllr Keith Glazier, leader of East Sussex County Council, said: “I am delighted that we are working with our district and borough colleagues to support as many local businesses as possible through the delivery of the Ready To Grow and Big Ambitions programmes.
“Supporting and promoting business growth across the county is vital to our local economy. These initiatives offer great opportunities to companies who are looking to grow and develop, and I urge local organisations to get in touch and find out how they might benefit from the schemes.”
Ready To Grow and Big Ambitions will run until March 2025.
More information about the Ready To Grow and Big Ambitions programmes and how to sign up can be found online at www.eastsussex.gov.uk/business/support/organisations.
