Support & Advice
Whether you would like to start your own business or grow an existing business there is a wealth of support and advice available in the region. Here are some useful links to guide you in the right direction.
Business Support
Birmingham City Council - Corporate Procurement Services Helpdesk Doing business with the council
Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership Business Support Programmes Find out more
Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Starting a Business and Growth
Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership Starting your business advice and information Find out more
Aston University
Go4GrowthEmployment & Skills
Birmingham City Council Employment Access Team: Support for Employers Find out more
Exporting
Department for International Trade Explore the potential of exporting, guidance, services and support Find out more
Environmental Support
Carbon Trust Speciailist support saving energy and cutting carbon emissions Find out more
Social Enterprise Support
Birmingham & Solihull Social Economy Consortium A network of agencies and enterprises that supports social enterprise in Birmingham and Solihull.
Social Enterprise UK The largest network of social enterprises in the UK