Stone businesses looking to grow are being invited to apply for a new support programme launched by Staffordshire County Council.
Build and Scale is aimed at Staffordshire businesses that have been established for between two and five years and want help to accelerate their growth.
The programme will focus on businesses in sectors including property development and construction, trades such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry and subcontracting, and professional services including legal, accountancy, architecture, surveying and consulting.
Successful applicants will work with Growth Consultant Bethan Miles, from Simplify and Scale, to look at barriers to growth and develop a clearer route towards expansion.
Staffordshire County Council says the programme is intended to support sustainable business growth, with the aim of improving productivity, job creation, turnover, profit and Gross Value Added.
To qualify, businesses must be based in Staffordshire, excluding Stoke-on-Trent, and have been operating for between two and five years.
Robin Hall, Staffordshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills, said
“We know there are ambitious businesses across Staffordshire with the potential to grow, create jobs and contribute even more to our local economy.
“The Build and Scale programme is about giving those businesses access to the expertise, support and challenge they need to take the next step.
“If we want higher productivity, better-paid jobs and stronger local communities, we need successful businesses. That means backing entrepreneurs, supporting innovation and helping companies turn ambition into growth.
“This programme is another practical step towards building a stronger Staffordshire economy.”
Businesses can register an expression of interest through the Build and Scale page on Staffordshire County Council’s website.
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