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- Sustainability
14 November 2024
Alpha-Rowen cut costs and boost efficiency with BEAS
Learn how this business optimised furnace efficiency, saved money and reduced emissions.
- Case study
- Funding
11 November 2024
Retail business overcomes cash flow barriers in order to expand
Learn how this Birmingham business expanded its operations with free support from the Investment Readiness programme - achieving growth and creating local jobs.
- Case study
- Funding
30 October 2024
Investment Readiness programme delivers tax relief and improved pitch deck for Coventry-based Perubien founder
Perubien’s Luciana Gaspar Zamora is transforming the UK food industry with functional ingredients from Peruvian crops. Thanks to the Investment Readiness Programme, Luciana is now equipped to attract investors, refine her pitch, and scale her business for lasting impact.
- Case study
- Sustainability
04 October 2024
Green grant helps Solihull bowls club cut costs and modernise facilities
A thriving sports club in Solihull is set to save £20,000-a-year on energy costs after accessing a grant to transform their facility and boost their green credentials.
- Case study
- Sustainability
26 September 2024
Black Country business discovers £30,000 annual savings through energy efficiency advice
Brockhouse Group, a long-standing West Midlands based manufacturer, has achieved significant savings after implementing energy efficiency measures through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS) programme.
- Case study
- Start-up
20 August 2024
The scent of success: an innovative approach to fragrance
Ingrained Oil is making significant strides in the beauty industry with its unique approach to fragrance, catering specifically to individuals with fragrance sensitivities.
- Case study
- Sustainability
15 August 2024
Energym: Powering the future with innovative exercise solutions
Combining cutting-edge technology with a commitment to sustainability, Energym is revolutionising the way we approach fitness.
- Case study
- Employer resources
08 July 2024
Engineering firm achieves positive cultural shift
Learn how this West Midlands business made improvements for the benefit of their staff and the growth of the company.
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