Visit Devon Industry blog
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Kick Off in Business is a free, fully funded, short online business start-up and self-employment programme that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. The courses are designed to give you an insight and understanding of business start-up and self-employment to provide you with the…
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Torbay businesses can access a wide range of support available for start-ups, growing innovative businesses and businesses looking towards net zero: 'Start-Up Torbay' provides continued support to Torbay’s entrepreneurial spirit and give people the confidence, skills, and practical advice they need…
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Do you know a woman who’s making a remarkable difference in the West Country? Help them get the recognition they deserve and nominate them for one of these prestigious awards. There are 16 categories to choose from, from 'Small Business of the Year' to 'Women in Tech' and more. The West Country…
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Looking to improve your digital presence but don't know where to start? If you’re a business in Devon, Somerset, Plymouth or Torbay, you can access free dedicated time with our 'in-house' Digital Business Advisers. Starting with a Digital Business Review, our advisers will offer guidance in various…
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The British Business Bank's South West Investment Fund (SWIF) will provide much-needed funding to SMEs across the whole South West region, covering Bristol, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. The fund will increase the supply and diversity of…
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We're working with Tomorrow’s Tourism on a groundbreaking piece of work to develop a business plan for Local Visitor Economy Partnerships (LVEPs) in Somerset and Devon. The LVEP Programme, has been developed by VisitEngland. The partnership aims to create vibrant and sustainable visitor economies…
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Enterprise Nation and Adobe Express are giving away £250 cash grants to help small businesses grow and enhance their brands. You'll also get free branding and marketing support for your small business. Enter your business into the draw and take advantage of this exciting opportunity: Brand Builder…
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Young people in Devon can now apply for personal grants up to £500 and business grants worth up to £2,000, helping them get into training and employment, or set up their own business. There are two funding opportunities: Training & Employment Support Grant Up to £500 for any young person (16 to 30)…
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Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of eight weeks, delivered in a blend of online & in-person. They are designed to help teach and strengthen skills for anyone who wants to increase their business activity or up-skill in their current role. Learners from Devon, Plymouth and Torbay are…
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North Devon+ have just announced the latest round of business support packages. The programme is the second phase of their successful Business BOOST programme, which has already supported 128 businesses across a variety of different business sectors. The Business BOOST programme will be funded by…
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