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…and that’s a wrap on 2024! ✨ We’re signing off for a well-deserved festive break and wanted to wish our community all the best! We’ve had an incredible year and have been lucky enough to work with some amazing businesses and inspiring people. We’ll be back online on Monday 6th January where we’ll be sharing some exciting news about our upcoming 2025 programmes - there’s lots to look out for so make sure to stay tuned 👀 #GatherLCR 

Planning ahead for the new year and thinking about your business and your strategic goal setting for 2025? On Thursday 16th January, Liverpool City Council’s Business Support Service will be hosting its Business Growth Workshop, where attendees will be talked through: ✔️ Breaking down year end goals ✔️ Making each month count ✔️ Tracking and measuring non-negotiables ✔️ Staying in your lane and keeping business simple ✔️ Staying accountable and founding an accountability partner ✔️ Sharing success ✔️ Sharing vulnerabilities To find out more or reserve your free spot, visit https://lnkd.in/erSNkZx2 📅 Date: Thursday 16th January 2025 🕘 Time: 12pm-1pm  📍 Location: Old Hall 6th Floor, Cotton Exchange, Old Hall Street, Liverpool, L3 9LQ #BusinessSupport #2025Goals Liverpool City Council Liverpool Chamber

🚀 That’s a wrap for the last Accelerate Wirral workshop of 2024! Huge thanks to Hanna Läikko and George Pneumaticos for leading an inspiring growth sprint. Leaders walked away with: ✅ Actionable growth strategies ✅ Tools for scalability ✅ New connections and a day of collaboration ✨ More dates for 2025 have been released, and final spaces are now available! Don’t miss out—sign up today at https://lnkd.in/eM9iZeGX. #AccelerateWirral #Leadership #Growth #Networking #2025Opportunities Wirral Council

Are you: ✔️ A creator, founder or leader with your business HQ here in Liverpool? ✔️ Looking for external support to solve challenges, unpack ideas and create momentum? ✔️ Running a team of one or more? #Consult could be the support programme for you. Whether you’re facing specific challenges or need help unpacking ideas, we’re here to be a safe space and an external sounding board to provide clarity, explore strategies and help you pave the path for growth. Across 3 x 1-hour, online sessions you will work with one of our creative experts to gain holistic hands-on support. Apply ➡️ choose a date ➡️ start your journey ✅ Kick start your journey at https://lnkd.in/eHSJiHhD Consult is fully funded thanks to our partners. It has been commissioned by Liverpool City Council with course fees covered through their Business Support Service, which is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund with the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as the lead authority. #GatherLCR 

Got a great idea for a business but not sure where to start? Spark Wirral can help to get things off the ground 💥 Taking place on Saturday 18th January, the interactive one-day bootcamp will take you through the holistic journey of setting up your business. Led by brilliant industry experts, you'll be guided through the step-by-step process to build the foundations of a profitable, resilient new venture. If you’re: ✔️ an aspiring entrepreneur with a digital, creative, or tech-driven idea (and not yet a business!) ✔️ based on the Wirral ✔️ are committed to completing the full programme to shape your future …then we’d love to hear from you. Find out more or register now at https://lnkd.in/g_wZ76KV 📅 Date: Saturday 18th January 🕘 Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm 📍 Location: Wirral Spark Wirral is fully funded thanks to our partners. The support has been commissioned by Wirral Borough Council, and is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as the lead authority. #WirralBusiness #SparkWirral #WirralBusinessNews #WirralBusinessSupport Wirral Council Liverpool City Region Combined Authority Make CIC Future Yard CIC Wirral Chamber of Commerce Growth Platform

Exciting news - Baltic Ventures has announced their upcoming Accelerator 2024 Demo Day, where guests can expect an unrivalled showcase of talent, a celebration of Liverpool and a great time. Taking place on Thursday 16th January 2025, the event promises pitches and panel discussions alongside networking, food, drinks and music. To find out more or to confirm your attendance, visit https://lnkd.in/e-EsyFBW 📅 Date: Thursday 16 January 2025
 🕒 Time: 3:30pm - 9:00pm
 📍 Location: Camp and Furnace, 67 Greenland St, Liverpool L1 0BY #BalticVentures #BalticVentures2024DemoDay

With the year drawing to a close, it’s a great time to think about your 2025 goals - whether they’re to bring in new strategies, grow your business or even to connect with other like-minded leaders. We can help ⭐ Accelerate Wirral is the programme that’s set to help you build a blueprint for sustainable growth - all without leaving the Wirral. Through three expert-led workshops, one-on-one tailored coaching and the chance to connect with a community of local business leaders, you’ll learn more about unlocking resilience, growth and tapping in to new markets. We all know how busy leaders can be, which is why Accelerate Wirral is built with flexibility in mind - allowing you to shape the programme around your schedule and maximise the impact for you and your business. To find out more or to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/eqVii7nD Accelerate Wirral is fully funded thanks to our partners. It has been commissioned by Wirral Borough Council with course fees covered through their Business Support Service, which is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund with the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as the lead authority. #AccelerateWirral #BusinessGrowth #Resilience #Leadership #Innovation #Networking #WirralBusiness #CreativeLeadership #TechLeaders Wirral Council Liverpool City Region Combined Authority Make CIC Future Yard CIC Wirral Chamber of Commerce Growth Platform

Last week, we hosted our very first workshop for the Accelerate Wirral programme 🚀 We were lucky to have the incredible @Hanna Läikkö guide us through a session focused on building resilience in business. With nearly 25 years of experience in brand, design, and innovation, Hanna shared powerful tools and insights for sustainable growth and thriving in a changing world. 💡 From the session, attendees walked away with: - Practical strategies to strengthen their business resilience - Insights into fostering a resilient team culture - A clearer understanding of the key metrics that drive business success - New connections with local, like-minded business leaders So, are you a digital, creative, or tech business on the Wirral with 1+ staff? We'd love to have you join our programme! For more details, visit gatherlcr.com/accelerate Accelerate Wirral is fully funded thanks to our partners. The support has been commissioned by Wirral Borough Council, and is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as the lead authority. Wirral Council Liverpool City Region Combined Authority Make CIC Future Yard CIC Wirral Chamber of Commerce Growth Platform #AccelerateWirral #BusinessGrowth #Resilience #Leadership #Innovation #Networking #WirralBusiness #CreativeLeadership #TechLeaders

We've officially wrapped Junction! 🙌🏻🚀 Thank you to all of the incredible business leaders who joined us on the journey. We're looking forward to seeing you put your learnings into action over the next few months. Also, a big shout out to our wonderful consultants (Ben Davies, Dan Taylor-Watt and George Pneumaticos) and our brilliant funding partner for the programme Liverpool City Council - wouldn't have been possible without you! #GatherLCR #Junction

Not long to go until the Creatives Wirral Christmas Social Meet Up! 🎄 Taking place this Thursday 5th December at Arthur’s of Hoylake, the event will provide an opportunity for creatives, freelancers, entrepreneurs and business owners to get in to the festive spirit and mingle. No joining or entry fee, no talks or presentations, no selling pitches, business cards or portfolios. 📆 Thursday 5th December 📍 Arthurs of Hoylake 🕛 12pm-2/3pm 💷 Free entry #WirralNews #WirralBusiness