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Kent businesses are more likely
to succeed if they seek and act upon the advice
of a professional business adviser. This page is
designed to point you in the right direction.
Local
Business Support: Ideal if you run
a Kent business or are thinking of starting a new
business in the area. See list below.
Free
advice: If you would like some help
with any aspect of your business, please complete
and submit the form below and we will arrange for
a business adviser to contact you.
We assure you that your details
will not be used for any other purpose. We hate
spam and will not share your details with any other
third party or bombard you with unwanted correspondence.
Thinking of starting
a business?
Running an existing business and
need help?
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Enterprise First offers confidential,
impartial advice and support to start-up,
new, and existing small businesses.
We have an experienced team of business advisers
and workshop leaders who are accredited to
national standards.
Funding from local authorities and sponsors
enables us to offer free support and the guidance
you need to turn your thoughts in to reality.
Already in business?
Let us help you plan to succeed with free
one-to-one advice sessions and workshops.
You can also enjoy the benefits of joining
our Business Network – promote your
services and make new business connections.
Visit our website for information about our
services at www.enterprisefirst.co.uk
To book a one-to-one session, please complete
the form above, call us on 0845 4587535, or
email us at info@enterprisefirst.co.uk
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KENT
BUSINESS ADVICE & SUPPORT |
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Armchair Advice
Advice and information regarding redundancy and job loss. Armchair Advice.
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http://www.armchairadvice.co.uk |
See website for more details |
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Business in the Community
Business in the Community mobilises business for good. Its members commit to improve the way in which they manage their resources, be that their people or the planet. Its power is the unique platform this creates for collaborative action.
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http://www.bitc.org.uk |
020 7566 8650 |
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Enterprise Agency of West Kent Ltd
Unit 4 The Courtyard 7a Manor Road, Gravesend DA12 1AA
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01732 360133 |
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Enterprise First.
Whether you have a new idea and want to know how to take this forward or have already made plans, we can provide you with the help that you need
In order to ensure the survival of your business, you need to do an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Contact us to book a free one-to-one with a Business Adviser take a look at our workshop programme that provides great networking opportunities and a way of sharing ideas with like-minded people.
info@enterprisefirst.co.uk |
http://www.enterprisefirst.co.uk |
0845 458 7535 |
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Ian S Johnson
In the current economic climate it is vital to get the most practical and effective business advice available. All our business planning services are designed to give you peace of mind and knowledge that you are in the best possible business health. Why not take advantage of our free business health check at a time and place to suit you? Ian S Johnson has many years business planning experience and has worked with a variety of different companies.
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http://www.kentmentor.info |
01227 833824 |
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NFEA (National Federation of Enterprise Agencies).
NFEA is the national enterprise network. Members are drawn from local enterprise agencies and a wider range of enterprise support organisations and provide an array of services to new and emerging businesses, including independent and impartial advice, training and mentoring. Search facility allows you to for your nearest member.
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http://www.nfea.com |
01234 831623 |
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PRIME
The PRIME Initiative provides free information, events and training to help older people get back into work by starting their own business - also known as “becoming self-employed”. The charity’s activities are needed because the over-50s face huge problems of unemployment and age discrimination in the conventional job market.
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http://www.primeinitiative.co.uk |
0800 783 1904 |
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Prowess.
Prowess is the UK association of organisations and individuals who support the growth of women's business ownership. Our work encompasses raising awareness, sharing of best practice, advocacy and information. Prowess has over 300 members who support 100,000 women each year to start 10,000 new businesses which contribute an additional £1.5 billion to the economy. You can use this site to find out more about our work or to find business support in your area.
admin@prowess.org.uk |
http://www.prowess.org.uk |
01603 762355 |
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Romney Enterprise Gateway
12a Mountfield Rd, New Romney, Kent TN28 8LH
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01797 369336 |
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School For Start Ups.
The inspiration of serial entrepreneur and angel investor Doug Richard, School for Startups is the UKs leading provider of business training for entrepreneurs. We provide expert tuition on the critical issues entrepreneurs need to understand, including how to start a business, finance and investment, product management, managing successful teams and entrepreneurial marketing.
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http://www.schoolforstartups.co.uk |
07702 313 226. |
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Shaw Trust.
Shaw Trust is a national charity which supports disabled and disadvantaged people to prepare for work, find jobs and live more independently.
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http://www.shaw-trust.org.uk |
01225 716 300 |
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Shell Livewire.
The UK's biggest online community for young entrepreneurs (aged 16-30) who are starting or running their own business. Register for your FREE Shell LiveWIRE account so you can;Apply for business funding including our monthly £1,000 Shell LiveWIRE Grand Ideas Awards; Ask other members for free business help and advice in our popular Discussion Forum; Promote your business and connect with other young entrepreneurs through our Social Network; Read peer-reviewed articles and guides on starting your own business in our Business Library; Watch elevator pitches, video interviews and webcasts in our Video Lounge.
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http://www.shell-livewire.org |
0191 423 6229 |
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South East Business Innovation & Growth.
South East Business Innovation and Growth provides focused support which is designed to have a tangible and positive impact on companies in the South East of England which have the potential to innovate and grow significantly. Kent & Medway. Contact Paul Walsh. 34 Tower View Kings Hill, West Malling Kent, ME19 4UY
kentmedway@innovationgrowth.co.uk |
http://www.innovationgrowth.co.uk |
01732 878 074 |
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Technology Enterprise Kent.
Technology Enterprise Kent (TEK) is a non-profit making organisation, offering impartial information and advice to support individual entrepreneurs, innovators, new business start ups and established businesses in Kent and South East England. In pursuing this goal, TEK works closely with individuals, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), regional development agencies, local government, universities, research institutes, technology providers and innovation supply chain practitioners.
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http://www.technologyenterprise.co.uk |
01304 822 351 |
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The Prince's Trust
Advice and support for young people. The Business Programme helps people to explore and test their business ideas, write business plans and start their own businesses or achieve alternative goals in education, training or work.
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http://www.princes-trust.org.uk |
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Venture Navigator.
VentureNavigator is a free and impartial online business support service for start ups, small businesses and entrepreneurs. If you have a new idea or an existing company ready for growth, VentureNavigator can help you steer a course to success!
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http://www.venturenavigator.co.uk |
See site for more details |
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Women's Business Development Agency
Help you take control of your life by providing the specific support and advice you need to start and sustain your own business. Our website tells you all about us and the free advice and training services that we offer both face-to-face and online.
admin@wbda.co.uk |
http://www.wbda.co.uk |
02476 236111 |
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Women's Business Development Agency.
The Women's Business Development Agency can give you that helping hand along the road to success whatever stage you are at.We’re here to help you take control of your life by providing the specific support and advice you need to start and sustain your own business. Our website tells you all about us and the free advice and training services that we offer both face-to-face and online.
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http://www.wbda.co.uk |
024 7623 6111 |
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Young Enterprise.
With more than 40 years’ experience, Young Enterprise is the UK’s leading business and enterprise education charity. The businesses and volunteers that support Young Enterprise take an active role in building a better-motivated, educated and enterprising workforce, at the same time making a real difference to the existing lives and future potential of young people who live and attend school in their area.
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http://www.young-enterprise.org.uk |
01865 776845 |
If you offer a product or
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