Business Surrey

What is Business Surrey? Well, in short, we are a Surrey County Council service offering free and accessible support to all businesses across the county. From start-ups to longstanding SMEs, companies of all sizes, sectors and stages of their business journey can access expert support for no cost. Don't just take our word for it. Watch the below clip from our launch event in May, featuring the then Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt MP. 📽 View the full video on our website - https://lnkd.in/ev4TN5gw ❓ Contact the team - https://lnkd.in/espgqrTz 🌱 Get FREE support to grow - https://lnkd.in/gFQZPyKH #Business #GrowYourBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #Surrey #UKeconomy

We sent out our regular email newsletter yesterday, including information on how to download our free marketing toolkit, an update on Local Government Reorganisation and what it means for business, plus an early heads up on a range of new funding and support programmes that are launching in Surrey Very Soon. If you missed out, make sure you register now, so you receive the next one direct to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/eRtJcwEu And in the meantime, you can find all the information we shared in the news section of our website: https://lnkd.in/ezkWWi-F Or, go straight to download your free copy of the marketing toolkit here: https://lnkd.in/eqbF9ni3 Surrey County Council, #BusinessSupport #MarketingTips #SurreyBusiness

One of the most frequent requests our team receive is for marketing support. 📣 So we're very pleased to be able to share our new marketing toolkit to help Surrey businesses start, grow and thrive. 🪴 The toolkit is in the form of a series of online training videos that will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating a bespoke marketing plan for your own business - so you can grow your customer base and increase sales. 📈 The four videos in the toolkit cover a range of topics on a “learn as you go” basis. Each one comes with a DIY worksheet document that you can download, complete, and keep for later. 🛡️ The videos are designed to be watched as a series and cover: 📣 Marketing Strategy 📣 Understanding Your Customer 📣 Marketing Technologies 📣 Your Marketing Action Plan Read more about the toolkit: https://lnkd.in/eM2zJVaB And download your own copy here: https://lnkd.in/eqbF9ni3 Our thanks to Daniel Chidley and Lamplight Media for working with the Business Surrey Growth Hub team to create this kit. Surrey County Council, #BusinessSupport #SMEMarketing #MarketingTips

Interested in exporting but not sure where, or how, to get started? Or maybe your business is already successfully exporting, but would like to ramp up your exporting activity? Whether you need help navigating trade regulations or finding overseas buyers, our team can connect you with the right partners and tools to ensure your international success. One resource that's a great place to get started is The Department for Business & Trade export dashboard. It includes hundreds of ready-to-go exporting opportunities, including the facility to set up email alerts tailored to your specific criteria so you never miss an opportunity. Check it out today: https://lnkd.in/eTWaVGTg Surrey County Council, Department for Business and Trade, #SurreyBusiness #Exporting #BusinessSupport

Looking to build sustainable business growth and win more customers? Don't miss our free workshop on 3 April. 📈     Back by popular demand, this is a repeat of our previous highly popular event so book early to avoid disappointment.     Business Surrey is holding this event in partnership with Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council. This interactive, in-person workshop runs from 9-11.30am so you can join us to pick up a host of actionable tips and expert guidance from workshop leader Roya Croudace, and still have the afternoon to get things done.     Roya C. is a skilled Commercial Director, Founder, and Non-Executive Director with over 25 years of expertise in driving business growth, especially for SMEs.     Join us for actionable tips on:  * Understanding your market  * Creating a compelling value proposition (and what a value proposition actually is!)  * Building strong customer relationships  * Closing techniques and negotiation skills    When and Where: 📅   3 April, 9am – 11.30am  The Guildford Pavilion, GU1 4RP    Places are free, but must be booked in advance, so register now to save your space:  https://lnkd.in/ecMRXRqu    Why not bring a colleague along too - there’s no limit on the number of attendees from a single organisation.  🙋♂️ 🙋♀️     Surrey County Council #BusinessGrowth #SurreyBusiness #SMEAdvice  #GrowthAdvice  

🚨 Local government reorganisation (LGR) in Surrey update 🚨 Leaders of all 12 Surrey councils have agreed on the key points of an interim proposal for the county. Ministers say streamlining local government could lead to greater efficiencies, improved service delivery, and economic growth for businesses in the area. So, in February, government asked Surrey to move forward quickly with plans - starting with LGR and how councils operate first, and then looking at further devolution. All Surrey council leaders have worked together in recent weeks to agree key areas of collaboration and principles for reorganisation and devolution. Surrey County Council’s Cabinet are meeting next week (March 18) to agree and submit its interim proposals ahead of the government’s March 21 deadline. District and borough councils in Surrey are also discussing options for reorganisation and will publish their recommendations in due course. But what it will mean for you as a Surrey business? Well, any change is unlikely to come into force for a while - with ministers not making a decision until the autumn and any new unitary councils not coming into being until April 2027. But, if and when that happens, business rates, commercial waste, planning, licensing, environmental health and trading standards could move to newly-created authorities. Devolution could have an even greater impact. Evidence from areas like Greater Manchester and West Midlands shows that handing greater powers to regional leaders can drive growth and strengthen local economies. We'll continue to provide updates as and when they come forward. 🗞️ Read more at the latest piece on our website - https://lnkd.in/e_AiqT3v ❓ View the FAQs on the Surrey County Council website - https://lnkd.in/ebRASJYE #localgov #business #regionaleconomy

Calling all South East-based manufacturers and makers - the Made Smarter Adoption programme is coming to the South East soon with the launch of Made Smarter South East.     This innovative programme looks set to transform the manufacturing landscape in the South East of England. Don't miss the opportunity to access expert support, guidance and funding to improve your business through technology adoption. 💪    Made Smarter South East will launch in April and is targeted at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have a manufacturing element to their business. 🏭⚙️   The Made Smarter programme aims to provide SME manufacturers with the tools and support they need to embrace digital technologies, so they can improve productivity, boost their bottom line and achieve long term sustainable growth. 📈    Applicants can access a range of personalised support, including technology advice, training and match funding to help them make everyday improvements to their operations and improve their competitiveness. 🏃♂️➡️    Surrey County Council is acting as the regional lead and coordinator for the South East programme, which covers: Berkshire, Brighton & Hove, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, Kent, Medway, Oxfordshire, Solent, and Surrey.     Read more, and register your interest in readiness for the April launch: https://lnkd.in/eWVXsdxp   #MadeSmarter #DigitalTransformation #Manufacturing  Made Smarter UK, Made Smarter South East, Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) OxLEP Business, Kent And Medway Growth Hub, Medway Council, East Sussex County Council, West Sussex County Council, Kent County Council, Hampshire County Council, Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership, Buckinghamshire Business First, Buckinghamshire Council, Brighton & Hove City Council, Solent Growth Partnership,

As your business grows, so do the challenges of managing your team and ensuring their wellbeing. With everything going on such as economic pressure, staff shortages, and increasing demands, stress is quickly becoming one of the biggest hurdles for businesses with 10+ employees. If you're a Surrey business, Surrey County Council's ‘How Are You?’ Framework is here to help, and best of all, it’s free. This evidence-based tool uses six key pillars of workforce wellbeing to help you: ✅ Assess what’s working (and what’s not) ✅ Identify stress-related risks ✅ Create actionable Wellbeing Plans tailored to your team’s needs Addressing stress isn’t just good for your team—it’s good for business too. A healthier, more resilient team means better morale, higher productivity, and improved staff retention. Find out more - https://lnkd.in/e8AaPmBR #HowAreYou #SurreyBusinessSupport #WorkplaceWellbeing #HealthySurrey Surrey County Council

Business leaders - would you like to be kept up-to-date with the latest information on: 💷 business funding and grants 🗓️ local business events and networking opportunities 📢 advice on marketing 👩🎓 workforce and skills 👩💻 updates on innovation, and more? 🙋♂️ 🙋♀️ Our website is the place to find all of this 👆 plus a whole range of information and resources to help start-ups, those looking to grow their exports, help with relocation and much more. It's a lot of information, so to help you keep on top of it, we round up all the best bits every month into a short, but fully-loaded e-newsletter. 💪 Make sure you receive your own copy by registering at: https://lnkd.in/eRtJcwEu The next issue is going out soon, so register today to make sure you don't miss it. ⏰ (And of course - you can unsubscribe at any time). #SurreyBusiness #BusinessSupport #BusinessAdvice #SMESupport Surrey County Council

As National Careers Week comes to an end, we celebrate the incredible impact business professionals have on shaping the talent of tomorrow. Here are just some of the faces of our Enterprise Advisers - VPs, MDs, Directors and Managers that are helping shape the careers pathways of some of the 90+ schools, colleges and special schools across Surrey. Your dedication to providing real-world experience, skill development, and guidance is invaluable. By engaging with schools and colleges, you help: ·      build a strong talent pipeline ·      foster community ties, and ·      drive innovation with fresh perspectives. Surrey Careers Hub, part of Surrey County Council, collaborates with educators and employers to equip young people with essential skills. Become an Enterprise Adviser and make a difference today. It's not too late to register and be part of the national network (part of The Careers & Enterprise Company) – a great way to grow your connections and share knowledge. To find out more, visit https://lnkd.in/gf8vhvgG Together, we can empower the next generation and build a dynamic workforce. Thank you for your continued support! #NCW2025 #EmpoweringFutures #SurreyCareersHub