by Karen Porter | J Mar, 2026 | Awards, Charity, Funding, Grants, Local Business, Start up support
The Stephen Lloyd Awards support early-stage projects aiming to achieve social or environmental change in the UK. Successful applicants will receive at least £25,000 in funding, alongside pro bono support from social enterprise mentors. Shortlisted candidates will be...
by Karen Porter | J Mar, 2026 | Developments, Economy Growth, Finance, Funding, Grants, Local Business, Manufacturing, Skills & Employment, Spelthorne Business
Made Smarter South East is a government-funded programme created to drive growth amongst the South East’s manufacturing SMEs and makers. The Made Smarter team will provide advice and support to manufacturers and makers to: help them switch to advanced and automated...
by Karen Porter | J Mar, 2026 | Business Surrey, Business Trends, Developments, Economy Growth, Local Business, Skills & Employment, Start up support, Surrey Business News
This 6 week programme for sole traders and micro businesses, concludes with a plan to support the next year of business growth. It will be delivered entirely online. What does the course include? Inclusion in an exclusive, supportive...
by Karen Porter | J Jan, 2026 | Business Surrey, Economy Growth, Funding, Grants, Health and Wellbeing, Local Business, Spelthorne Business, Travel & Transport
Boost productivity, cut congestion, and relieve workplace parking pressure by applying for a Smarter Travel to Work grant from Active Surrey by 13th February 2026. The Smarter Travel to Work grant scheme supports employers fulfil their travel plans and...
by Tracey Carter | J Oct, 2025 | Funding, Funding, Grants, Spelthorne Business, Start up support, Technology
Enter the Aurora Open Call 2026 and bring your vision to the global stage Applications are open for the 2025 Aurora Tech Award, which provides financial prizes to women-led startups in the information technology sector. The award aims to recognise and support women...
by Tracey Carter | J Oct, 2025 | Enterprise Nation, Grants, Local Business, Retail, Spelthorne Business, Start up support
Behind every small business is a big dream – and the right support can make all the difference. Enterprise Nation and VistaPrint are teaming up once again to champion the UK’s small business community. This year, six inspiring independent retail businesses will...
