BEST Growth Hub
The BEST Growth Hub provides businesses in Essex with a single point of access to a wide range of local, regional and national support.
Guiding and nurturing businesses – from start up to scale-up - their friendly and experienced team offer FREE and impartial signposting on funding and finance options, 1-2-1 business advice, skills and training and much more in order to help you find the right support for your business.
North Essex Economic Board (NEEB)
A partnership of Councils across Mid and North Essex, including Maldon District Council, we are working together to make the area more prosperous for all. Offering fully funded business support and initiatives .
Colbea
Colbea is a not-for profit enterprise and business support agency that helps new businesses get off the ground and supports businesses to develop into successful ventures.
01206 848 420
Backing Essex Business
Backing Essex Business is run by Let's Do Business (LDB Group), a leading provider of business support and finance, helping create jobs in communities and grow the local economy.
0800 970 8981
‘Find a Grant’ digital service
The Cabinet Office has launched a ‘Find a Grant’ digital service, a single place for eligible individuals and organisations to find and apply for government grants and gain access to financial support.
Essex Chamber of Commerce
Assisting businesses right across the county from SME’s through to national and international companies offering business support, training and help with international trade services.
01702 560 100
Essex Opportunities
Essex Opportunities is a one stop shop for information and advice on jobs, careers, skills and training. Funded by Essex County Council and Southend Borough Council this portal has everything you need to help build a career.
Ambitious Women in Essex
Supporting all things related to renewal, ambition and equality of the Essex economy for local women in business.
Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)
As experts in business, the Federation of Small Businesses offers its members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support, and a powerful voice in government.
0808 20 20 888
Innovate UK
Innovate UK is the UK’s national innovation agency. Supporting business-led innovation in all sectors, technologies and UK regions. They help businesses grow through the development and commercialisation of new products, processes, and services, supported by an outstanding innovation ecosystem that is agile, inclusive, and easy to navigate.
