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Free business support
Starting
You’ve got a great idea or you’ve just started and need some support to navigate the early stages.
Growing
Your business is up and running but you need support to drive and accelerate sustainable growth.
Scaling
Your business is established but you need support to take it to the next level.
How we can help
Who we are
By its very geography, York and North Yorkshire is home to a diverse range of businesses. Regardless of size or sector, we are here to provide free and impartial business support. We are government-funded but locally based, which means that we can provide tailored support based around the needs of our unique region.
Articles
ShopAppy offer passes 100 signups
Over 100 businesses in York & North Yorkshire have taken up our offer of 12-months fully funded membership to the online, community led shopping platform, ShopAppy.com.
New masterclasses for start-up businesses
Ready to start your own business? Whether you’re working on your first business idea or have recently begun trading, this masterclass is for you.
Launch of the NHS Test and Trace App
The NHS Test and Trace app will provide users with local risk information, alert them if they have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive and has a built-in QR scanner to check-in at venues.
Events
16th October 20209:30 am - 12:30 pmFREE
12 - 16 October - Online Business Start-Up Masterclass
Ready to start your own business? Whether you’re working on your first business idea or have recently begun trading, this Masterclass is for you.
20th October 20203:30 pm - 4:30 pmFREE
Various dates - ShopAppy.com business advice drop-in sessions
Whether you're yet to get started or already signed up, drop in on Tuesdays to ask the ShopAppy.com team any questions you may have.
13th November 20209:30 am - 12:30 pmFREE
9 - 13 November - Online Business Start-Up Masterclass
Ready to start your own business? Whether you’re working on your first business idea or have recently begun trading, this Masterclass is for you.
Resources
COVID-19: Kick-starting tourism grant funding
Applications for the Kick-starting tourism grant funding are not currently open. However, you can register your interest here.
COVID-19: Small business grant funding
Applications for the small business grant funding are not currently open. However, you can register your interest here.
Free webinar: Leader series - leading with purpose
This free one-hour webinar will help you with strategies to mean that your team feels connected, can contribute and have a sense of purpose.
