Growing Your Business

Creating a business is an impressive achievement, but what’s next for your company? At Wakefield First we can offer you the support you need to grow your business. With the assistance of our dedicated Business Support Team, we can give you access to skills, programmes, funding and resources to take your business to the next level.

Growing Your Business

There are many ways we can help to boost your business, including reviewing your current plans, bespoke property searches, recruitment assistance, sustainable considerations and a whole lot more. 

  • Business Planning and Strategy: Our team are experienced in supporting SMEs with growth plans to achieve business aspirations. 

  • Access to Relevant Funding Streams and Grant Applications: We will identify appropriate grant and loan opportunities relevant to your business and will guide you step-by-step through the application process. 

  • Connecting to Educational Resources: We work closely with programmes run by local universities, and others academic specialists to resolve business challenges and provide businesses with the skills and knowledge through graduate placements. 

  • Signposting to Relevant Growth Programmes and Initiatives: We can signpost you to appropriate growth programmes to help you achieve your business goals. 

  • Targeted Property Searches: We provide a bespoke service for businesses looking to relocate and expand in the area. Whether you are looking for your first premises or considering a large-scale business relocation, our dedicated team is here to help. 
  • Recruitment and Training Support including Apprenticeships: We can assist you with issues related to recruitment and retention along with supporting you with wider topics such as people and culture.  

  • Support and Advice around Sustainability: We can direct you to tools to help improve your carbon footprint along with access to relevant funding streams and net zero initiatives. 

Funding Your Business

Funding Your Business

Find the right funding to boost your business.

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Local Membership Organisations

Local Membership Organisations

Become a member to access all the benefits.

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Commercial Land & Property

Commercial Land & Property

Find your next property for your business.

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Sustainability

Sustainability

Climate change action plans to put sustainability first.

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