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Read the latest edition of our Torbay Business Newsletter where we share the latest news, events and opportunities for Torbay businesses. You’ll gain valuable insight into what’s happening across Torbay and how your business can benefit, all brought to you by the TDA Economic Development Team. Read here👉https://lnkd.in/gA5zWyaX #torbaynews #torbaybusiness

One year on, it's great to see how #UKSPF funding is a making a real difference to people living in the Bay! A huge thank you to our delivery partners for helping to make all this great work possible: SWMAS LTD Studio Zao Local Spark - Torbay Community Supported Enterprise CIC Meet Devon South West England Limited Exeter Community Energy Groundwork To find out more about UKSPF funded projects and how you can get involved visit https://lnkd.in/e3PU3W2A

Are you a business owner and wish to find out more about exporting your products or services overseas? Torbay business owners are being encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to participate in free online export training sessions provided by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Export Academy throughout March, April and May.    The UK Export Academy can support your business to grow by giving you the confidence and know-how to land your first, or next overseas deal.    There is no limit to the number of sessions businesses can sign up to, but each individual will need to sign up and register for their own free of charge account to participate, and access on-demand recordings of these sessions. Sign up> https://lnkd.in/gUwgMiMj

The deadline of April 1st is fast approaching to get your application in for the Devon Create Growth Programme. The Devon Create Growth Programme is a FREE business support programme for the creative businesses, funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and delivered in partnership with Torbay Council and Creative UK The programme is open to any CIC, Charity or Ltd Company in Devon with creativity at its heart and a strong ambition to grow. Come along and chat with Sam Spake at one of the upcoming drop-in sessions to find out more about the Stage1 (6-month) Devon Create Growth programme and how your business could benefit from the free support.   Register your place at the drop-in session here> https://lnkd.in/eTQeCAFv or email sam.spake@wearecreative.uk   #creativeindustries #torbaybusinesses #creativegrowth #torbay 

Today we’re celebrating #IWD2024 by hosting our International Women’s Day Event at the Hampton by Hilton, where the focus of conversations is all about inspiration, positivity and empowerment.     Over 70 Torbay women in business, from diverse backgrounds, have come together to share their stories and experiences, and to celebrate the power, achievements, and resilience of women in Torbay. A full itinerary is planned, packed with engaging discussions and thought-provoking talks from a panel of influential speakers.    Thank you to our incredible event sponsors; South Devon College, EmmersonWills ISO consultants, Poppy Jakes, Devon Women in Business and for those who donated raffle prizes to raise funds for Ladies Lounge Torbay.     Happy International Women’s Day!    #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion #Torbay #UKSPF  

There's less than a week left to get your application in for the Devon Create Growth Programme! The Devon Create Growth Programme is a FREE business support programme for the creative businesses, funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and delivered in partnership with Torbay Council and Creative UK. The programme is open to any CIC, Charity or Ltd Company in Devon with creativity at its heart and a strong ambition to grow. Creative businesses include those in Advertising and Marketing; Architecture; Computing including Gaming and Software; Design & Designer Fashion; Performing Arts; Music, Film, TV; and Publishing. There are two support programmes available: a six-month programme aimed at supporting creatives with a new or emerging business; and a nine-month programme for businesses who are ambitious about commercial models, growth and investment. Both programmes are completely free for participating businesses and focus on helping creative businesses to build sustainably. Applications close on 4th March (9-month programme) and 1st April (6-month programme). Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/egj7EXmF #creativeindustries #torbaybusinesses #creativegrowth #torbay

Delivery partners of Torbay’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund gathered yesterday at EPIC Centre in Paignton to share ideas, success and feedback from what has been a very successful year for the projects. From energy-saving support schemes to help residents with energy bills to business support schemes that have helped local enterprises to thrive, it was inspiring to hear how #UKSPF funding is making a real difference to people’s lives in the Bay. Thank you to all our partners who came along Meet Devon South West England Limited Exeter Community Energy Studio Zao SWMAS LTD Local Spark - Torbay Community Supported Enterprise CIC English Riviera BID Company Ltd To find out more about the projects and how you or your business could benefit visit https://lnkd.in/ecFxGw5K Torbay has been allocated £1.76 million to spend on local investment through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. We’re using our portion to support local businesses, boost opportunities for local people and create spaces for communities to enjoy. With this funding, we’re working hard to increase people’s life chances and create a Torbay where people are proud to live, work and visit.

Read the latest edition of our Torbay Business Newsletter where we share the latest news, events and opportunities for Torbay businesses. You’ll gain valuable insight into what’s happening across Torbay and how your business can benefit, all brought to you by the TDA Economic Development Team. Read now👉https://lnkd.in/eb7H3BtB #torbaynews #torbaybusiness

**Industrial units available in new Lymington Enterprise Centre** Don’t miss out on the chance to secure space in the newly built, highly anticipated Lymington Enterprise Centre in Torquay. Construction is due to finish in the coming weeks and there are still industrial units available for let which are suitable for Class E(c) and (g) uses. This is a great opportunity to base your business in a high-quality new build with excellent facilities and in a fantastic location. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eCq8jggv