Business support
Wherever you are in your business journey and regardless of the sector that you operate in, we can provide free business support aimed at helping you to succeed.
What stage is your business at?
Starting
Embarking on a new business venture is full of rewards but invariably it also comes with risks. It is important to evaluate yourself and what you want from your business, as well as do you research and develop a plan. To help you do this, we provide a range of resources, tools and guides designed to get you underway and save you time. We can also answer some of the common questions that you may have, and signpost you to that additional support and training that might be available to move your business forward.
Growing
Looking to grow your business is an exciting stage in your business journey. You have built a good customer base and they are receiving your service or product well. However, it can also be intimidating and, similar to starting out, it is important to evaluate, plan and set goals. We can provide support and tools to help you analyse every aspect of your growth plans, as well as provide practical advice about the steps that you can take. Our expert Growth Managers can also work with you on a one to one basis to steer you in the right direction.
Scaling
Now that you’ve hit that stage where you can sustain the growth in your business without feeling the impact in other areas, you may be looking at ways to accelerate this further. For example, this may be through investing in new premises and systems or by looking to new markets. Businesses that are scaling up are important to our local economy by driving innovation, nurturing skills and creating new opportunities. Whether you are located here or looking to move to our region, our expert team can provide personalised help.
Need help with a specific area of your business?
We can provide support across every part of your business including:
“There’s so many different organisations and it can be unclear where to go to first. The Growth Hub has really helped
by acting as a first point of contact and providing guidance that is accurate and relevant.”
Phil Dunseath, Owner, Myroo
Articles
Digital Transformation Days Set to Empower Yorkshire Coast Businesses
Business owners and marketing managers in the Yorkshire Coast region are gearing up to take their digital offer to the next level as the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub prepares to host two Digital Transformation Days, in collaboration with Google Digital Garage.
Leadership Coaching: Becoming The Leader You Want To Be
In this article, Halina will explore the challenges facing leaders and how leadership coaching can help.
Bright Future for Harrogate Brewing Company with Growth Hub Support
Harrogate Brewing Company, a family-owned business with a decade-long legacy, is celebrating a ‘six-fold increase’ in turnover with comprehensive support provided by the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub.
Events
03rd October 202310:30 am - 1:30 pmFREE
Oct/Nov: Harrogate & Ripon Peer-to-Peer programme (Fully subscribed)
Would you like to opportunity to discuss your business’s challenges and successes with a group of other business people from your local area?Are you interested in being part of a dynamic and collaborative business network that is determined to pursue success, growth and innovation, even when times are tough?
03rd October 20239:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
3 Oct - York Green Business Forum: Energy
If you want to futureproof your business, increase profits, and become more sustainable, come along to the first York Green Business Forum event.
03rd October 202311:00 am - 12:00 pmFREE
3 Oct: Get Started with Digital Advertising with Google Digital Garage
Join us for this free webinar with Google Digital Garage on 3rd October at 11am to learn about search, social and display advertising, and the different ways these channels can support your digital marketing strategy.
Resources
Fire up your Food and Drink business with Make it! toolkits
A free video toolkit to help growing food and drink businesses in York and North Yorkshire. Essential ingredients for food and drink business success.
Screen Tourism Toolkit
A free screen tourism toolkit exploring the opportunities, showing best practice and connecting business with resources and support.
Glossary of Climate Change Terms for Businesses
A free digital glossary defining the key climate change terms relevant to businesses, to help you understand and engage with sustainability resources and support.
