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Meet the Team
We’re passionate about helping businesses of all sizes thrive in our dynamic region. Our team of experienced professionals can provide you with the support and resources you need to succeed. We work closely with our colleagues at City of York Council and North Yorkshire Council to bring you the best local business support has to offer.
Contact us today to learn more about how York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub can help your business. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
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Harriet Stainton
Interim Growth Hub Delivery Manager
I manage the delivery of the Growth Hub’s support. Talk to me about what you can offer our business community.
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Nicholas White
Business Relationship Manager
I specialise in Agriculture and Farming. Talk to me if your business is based in Richmondshire.
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Karen Booth
Business Relationship Manager
I provide support to start up businesses and female enterprise. Talk to me if you are in the early stages of running your business based in the Harrogate area.
Emma Rollason-Taylor
Business Relationship Manager
I specialise in digital, creative and innovation. Talk to me about digital transformation.
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Joseph Midgley
Contracts and Relationships Officer
I run the delivery of programmes for the Growth Hub. Talk to me if you want to join our supplier register.
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Mike Pennington
Business Relationship Manager
I manage the Made Smarter Programme. Talk to me for Tech support, digital road mapping and grant support to digitise your manufacturing business.
Jack Colding
Business Relationship Manager
I am the specialist for environment and sustainability. Talk to me to save money on your waste and energy bills.
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Faye Greer-Pickup
Growth Hub Delivery Officer
I manage the help desk and support pre-start businesses. Talk to me to get your business started.
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Simon Middleton
Growth Hub Delivery Manager
I manage the delivery of the Growth Hub’s support. Talk to me about what you can offer our business community in York and North Yorkshire.
By its very geography, York and North Yorkshire is home to a diverse range of businesses.
Regardless of size or sector, the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub is here to provide free and impartial business support. We are government-funded but locally based, which means that we provide tailored support based around the needs of our unique region.
How we’ve helped other businesses like yours
Click on the videos below to see how we have helped other businesses in the region or read more of our case studies here.
What is a Growth Hub?
York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub
We’re one of 38 Growth Hubs set up by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.
Helping you access support and funding
Accessing funding and finance for your business can be confusing and overwhelming at times. You can contact our helpdesk and our team will be able to assess your business needs and introduce you to the providers of the appropriate support. You can contact them by emailing support@ynygrowthhub.com.
Remaining local
We know your time is limited and you need to access information quickly. Our website provides information on local support schemes in relation to skills, finance, sustainability, import and export, and more. In addition, we have details of events across the region and you can find out how we’ve supported other local businesses to expand their set up.
Good for you, great for York and North Yorkshire
Ensuring your business has everything it needs to succeed is not only great for you but also for our regional economy, so getting you the support you need and at the right time is our key priority.
“It’s about creating conversations, not paperwork. When running a small business, time is one of your most valuable assets and mistakes are costly. We want small business owners to be able to quickly find someone they can trust.”
David Kerfoot MBE, Chairman, Kerfoot Group
Articles
Aberdevine, a Circular Start-up
Through the Federation of Small Businesses, Marta was introduced to Jack Colding, the Growth Hub’s Sustainability Specialist, who helped her identify crucial gaps in sustainability documentation and supply-chain transparency. Working together, they developed tailored environmental and manufacturing policies.
HMRC asks Self Assessment customers in Yorkshire and the Humber ‘What’s your filing style?’
With less than two months until the Self Assessment deadline, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is asking people filing their tax return for the 2024 to 2025 tax year ‘What’s your filing style?’ and encouraging them to start now.
Autumn Budget 2025 – How will it impact your business?
The Autumn Budget, announced on 26 November 2025, introduced a range of changes that business owners need to be aware of. From updates to taxation and compliance rules, to adjustments in incentives and support schemes.
Events
31st December 20259:30 am - 12:15 pmFREE
[FULL] Export Roadshow: Harrogate
This roadshow is a great opportunity to network with other businesses looking to grow and ask questions of the experts. It will provide you with helpful advice, routes for support beyond the event, including the UK Export Academy, and information about other funding opportunities.
13th January 202610:00 am - 1:00 pmFREE
Online Workshops: Digital Marketing Success Series (Beginner)
Each workshop is packed with real-world examples, guided how-to sessions, and space to ask questions and get feedback so you can apply what you are learning to your own business and individual needs. All delivered online so you can attend without having to travel, perfect for rural and coastal businesses across North Yorkshire.
13th January 202610:00 am - 12:00 pmFREE
Whitby Workshop Series: Digital Tools for your Manufacturing Business
This engaging workshop series delivered by Hello Technology is designed to help manufacturing businesses harness the power of digital tools to improve their digital systems, record keeping, data management and marketing. Participants will be led through 5 focussed sessions, with each workshop blending expert-led guidance with practical exercises. Attendees will have the opportunity to apply new strategies and concepts directly to their business. With a mix of group learning and tailored support participants will leave with a clear digital roadmap, increased confidence and actionable insights to drive long-term success in their manufacturing business.
Resources
Webinar Recording: 🟡 Data Protection in practice
In this engaging and practical webinar series, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident, compliant, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your practices, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step.
Webinar Series: How to Run a Pop-Up
From pop-up department stores to kitchen takeovers, cool things are popping up and popping off everywhere. In this exciting project, you’ll get to meet some of the teams behind these pop-ups and get their top tips for running a great pop-up.
Webinar Recording: 🟢 Data Protection Essentials
In this engaging and practical webinar series, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident, compliant, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your practices, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step.