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Read the latest business news, top tips, support and funding announcements, and success stories from across the region.

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  • News

18 December 2024

Support forum for businesses with a clear social or environmental purpose

The Social Economy FORUM is a knowledge exchange network for and to, directly benefit social economy organisations. 

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  • Case study
  • Funding

12 December 2024

Birmingham fashion brand HADES secures funding to help take American market by storm

HADES, famed for its celeb-loved knitwear, secures funding to expand into the US, boosting local craftsmanship and exports.

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  • Marketing
  • Tips

12 December 2024

How to use marketing analytics to grow your business

Marketing analytics might seem complicated, but they don’t have to be. By looking at the right numbers and tools, you can make smarter decisions, attract more customers, and grow your business. Here are some simple steps to get started.

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  • News

02 December 2024

Celebrating a year of supporting local businesses through Business Growth West Midlands in Dudley

This past year has been filled with remarkable achievements, with the BGWM in Dudley Programme delivering one-to-one tailored support to 440 companies, solidifying its role in boosting local business development

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  • Sales
  • Tips

21 November 2024

Unlocking sales success

Highlights from our webinar - Unlocking Sales Success - for you to take away and apply to your own business.

Richard Parker on a large stage announcing the West Midlands Business Festival, 3-14 March 2025
  • News

21 November 2024

Businesses back first region-wide trade festival

The first West Midlands Business Festival will take place in March next year and bring together small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and the wider business community for a fortnight of inspiration, innovation, learning, showcasing, and networking.

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  • Case study
  • Sustainability

20 November 2024

Fast-growing brewery among hundreds of businesses getting help to be more energy efficient

Attic Brew is reducing carbon emissions and saving £30K/year with WMCA-backed energy grants.

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  • Marketing
  • Tips

20 November 2024

Top tips for using LinkedIn to grow your business

If you’re new to LinkedIn or want to refine your approach, here are some practical tips to make the most of the platform.