News / By Fire Up / 23rd December 2024
Fire Up Business Clinics
Fire Up are holding a series of Drop in clinics with the GM Business Growth Hub specialist advisors covering Finance, Technology, Sustainability, Innovation, Manufacturing, Workforce Development, Growth, Social Value and EnterprisingYou. These clinics are designed to provide valuable insights and personalised guidance to help businesses navigate the ever-evolving landscape.
Participants will have the chance to engage with advisors one-on-one, gain practical advice, and explore strategies tailored to their specific needs. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with industry experts and take your business to the next level. No need to book simply show up on the day and ask reception to speak to a advisor.
Access 2 Finance (A2F) - 15th January | 19th February | 19th March
Are you looking for funding to support your business but not sure where to start? From investment options to loans and grants, we make business finance easy to understand and can direct you towards the right support to help you achieve your goals. And, when you’re ready, we’ll give you the tools and guidance needed to secure the funding. Our dedicated finance specialists have in-depth knowledge of a wide range of public and private sector funding opportunities.
DCT (Digital, Creative and Tech) - 22nd January | 19th February | 19th March
We know that setting up, growing and finding the right kind of funding for this sector can be as it can be as exhilarating as it is overwhelming. At times, it can feel impossible to find the space you need to really focus on your goals or come up with a strategy to face the unique set of challenges this sector brings.
Decarbonisation - 14th January | 11th February | 11th March
If you're looking to improve your environmental performance, we'll guide you towards achieving meaningful change. Our team of sustainability, net zero and carbon foot printing advisors will review your internal operations and supply chain and helping you to develop and implement carbon reduction plans that meet your commercial, environmental and financial objectives.
Innovation - 16th January | 20th February | 20th March
Our mission is to support your business to overcome the challenges, think differently, and find a clear pathway to new commercial opportunities. We’ll help you establish what innovation could mean for your business, discover the art of the possible, and make often simple changes that add value. We’ll work with you to explore new ideas and connect you with the right people to help you on your journey.
Manufacturing - 7th January | 4th February | 4th March
Manufacturing is quite special in that you create tangible products people will buy and use. But sometimes we get bogged down in the day-to-day of running the company – and, in this era of disruption to business-as-usual, dealing with the economic, operational and regulatory challenges that come thick and fast can feel overwhelming.
EnterprisingYou - Ongoing
Are you considering turning your passion into a business? Or have you already taken that leap? Are you self-employed or running your own business and keen to accelerate your growth? EnterprisingYou is tailored to help those with a budding business idea or established self-employed individuals, sole traders, freelancers and gig economy workers in Greater Manchester.