Solent businesses can sign up for free support to accelerate growth

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Portsmouth City Council

Local businesses based in the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, or Southampton looking to scale up can take advantage of support delivered by Solent Partners

Take a look at this fantastic, free support package for businesses – the Solent Growth Hub's new business accelerator programme . If you are based on the Isle of Wight, or in Portsmouth and Southampton you can receive free expert strategic support in a range of areas, designed to strengthen all aspects for your business that wants to grow.

The Solent Business Accelerator

Businesses participating in the Solent Business Accelerator programme will be able to scale up their operations, speak to business experts, take part in workshops and benefit from networking with other business owners in a similar position, completely free of charge.

Rachael Randall, Chair of the Solent Growth Partnership's Business Board, said: “The Solent Business Accelerator programme is a really great opportunity for local business owners to achieve their growth ambitions in the Solent region. It has been designed to foster business growth and offers exceptional support to businesses aiming to increase turnover, secure external investment, or diversify into new markets.

“The programme will provide the resources and support needed to thrive in today's competitive market – anybody interested should sign up straight away as there are just 60 places available either on the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, or Southampton.”

The Solent Business Accelerator is part of the Solent Growth Hub Services, delivered by Solent Partners on behalf of the Solent Growth Partnership. It offers free expert mentorship, tailored business strategies, and access to a robust network of industry leaders and investors. The programme will address the unique challenges faced by businesses in the region, providing them with the tools and knowledge required to accelerate their growth.

Solent Partners

Key features of the Solent Business Accelerator

Mentorship and Coaching

Networking opportunities

Customised business strategies

Workshops and Training  

Access to funding

Interested businesses can learn more about the application process and programme details on the Solent Partners website here.

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Portsmouth City Council

Digital Focus on Gosport

In addition to that, there is a fully-funded programme for new and existing small businesses in the Gosport area, which would suit any business wanting to make more of digital technology and explore the opportunities of Artificial Intelligence.

Commissioned by Gosport Borough Council and delivered by Solent Partners this scheme is designed to help smaller enterprises to grow and increase productivity through new technologies as well as making the most of AI.

Gosport-based businesses can learn more about the application process and programme details on the Solent Partners website here.

To find out more about both programmes and all the work of Solent Partners go to www.solentpartners.com

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