
Stockport start-up and pre-start businesses are invited to access support from business experts at the Stockport Business Support Hub at Merseyway Innovation Centre on Friday 28th February.
The programme offers a monthly opportunity for local businesses and individuals to access free business advice and support in a relaxed environment. Designed to benefit pre-starts, start-ups, the self-employed, and established businesses of all sizes, the Business Support Hub provides a platform for expert guidance and networking with key business support providers.
January’s event welcomed 12 start-ups, established businesses and future entrepreneurs access support from partner organisations, such as Stockport Council, Enterprising You, GM Business Growth Hub, GM Libraries Build a Business, Oxford Innovation, and Stockport College.
Walk-ins are welcome, but booking ensures you get dedicated one-on-one time with the Hub’s experts.
What’s on offer?
- Tailored guidance from your local business support network: Stockport Council, GM Business Growth Hub, Enterprising You, GM Libraries Build-A-Business and Stockport College.
- Advice on all your business growth needs: Self-employed, start-up, funding, business planning, training opportunities, innovation, recruitment and retention, sales and marketing, and more.
- Access to further fully funded support opportunities and programmes for business success.
- A welcoming space to connect with professionals who understand your challenges and goals.
- Spend the day: Join the community of like-minded professionals.Merseyway Innovation Centre is a hub of creativity and enterprise and drop-in coworking is available at £15 for the day.
How it works:
- Book a free one-hour session with business support advisors for personalised advice.
- Prefer flexibility? Just drop in and chat with the experts available.
Why attend?
- Access free, high-quality support from a network of trusted partners.
- Get practical advice tailored to your business needs.
- Build connections that can help you take your next steps with confidence.
Who’s it for?
- Startups and pre-start businesses
- Self-Employed and Sole Traders
- Established businesses of any size or sector
- Entrepreneurs with a good idea!
The next session is on Friday 28th February, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and places can be booked via Eventbrite.

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