Growth Hub Support following your Skills Bootcamp
The York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub would like to offer all businesses involved in Skills Bootcamps further support to help them achieve their growth ambitions. Get in touch or register for our updates by filling in the form on this page.
Who are we?
The York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub, part of the York and North Combined Authority, are passionate about helping businesses of all sizes thrive in our dynamic region. Our team of experienced professionals can provide you with the support and resources you need to succeed. We work closely with our colleagues at City of York Council and North Yorkshire Council to bring you the best local business support has to offer. Learn more about us and meet the full team here.
How can Growth Hub support help?
We have online resources, events, support programmes and 1-1 specialised support in the following areas:
- Budgeting, Tax & Regulation, and funding – including the Made Smarter programme which supports manufacturers to increase their use of technology.
- Sales & Marketing
- Skills & Training
- Starting a business
- Sustainability
- Research and Innovation
Weekly Newsletter
Our weekly newsletter includes developments on all of the above, as well as news stories, changes to legislation, and more. Sign up using the form below.
Meet Adrian
I focus on helping North Yorkshire businesses build a skilled and engaged workforce through 1-1 support on email, over the phone and in person. From workforce development to recruitment and Leadership and Management training, I’m here to address your needs.
With my diverse background including teaching and working with disadvantaged groups, I understand a range of business needs. I’m committed to bridging skills gaps, providing effective solutions, and connecting you with the right training providers.
Together, let’s establish long-term skills development plans, steering clear of short-term fixes. Whether it’s navigating Apprenticeships or simplifying opportunities, I’m here to guide you.
Articles
Navigating the Latest Budget: A Survival Guide for Small to Medium Businesses
The Budget announced on October 30th will bring substantial changes for many organisations, resulting in increased costs. So, how can we navigate these changes and still maintain profitable businesses?
The Growth Hub is coming to town!
You better watch out for the Growth Hub team - coming to a town near you. We're on the road in 2025 with live business clinics, supporting real businesses with real business challenges from all other the region.
Growth Hub launches programme of support for North Yorkshire Social Enterprises
York and North Yorkshire Growth Hub are proud to launch a programme of support for Social Enterprises in North Yorkshire. Working with delivery partners Community First Yorkshire and Social Vision, January will see the start of a programme designed to help North Yorkshire’s social enterprises to start, grow and prosper.
Events
07th January 202510:00 am - 11:30 amFREE
Webinar: Navigating the Latest Budget: A Survival Guide for Small Businesses
The Budget announced on October 30th will bring substantial changes for many organisations, resulting in increased costs. So, how can we navigate our way through these changes and still have profitable businesses.
07th January 20259:30 am - 12:00 pmFREE
Unlock Business Benefits through Sustainability
Looking to enhance sustainability and reduce costs in your business? Join our Business Sustainability Peer Networks and connect with fellow local business leaders to drive real change.
08th January 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pmFREE
Strive Live Start-up Incubator
Looking for start up support in York & North Yorkshire? Join this award-winning programme designed to help entrepreneurs.
Resources
Webinar: Inclusion Training for Hospitality and Retail Businesses
Join us for an essential webinar to boost your business by embracing inclusivity. This session will cover key areas like disability awareness, inclusive communication, the impact of the Equality Act, and the potential of the “Purple Pound”—a market worth billions in untapped spending power. This session, delivered by Rachel Barber of Living 4 Moments, serves as an introduction to inclusivity topics and how they can be applied to customer-facing businesses – supporting your customers, staff, and bottom line.
Webinar Recording: Getting started on Facebook
As part of a six-part social media webinar series delivered by Caroline Wilson of Hot Toddi, this webinar looks at getting started on Facebook for your business.
Webinar Recording: Getting started on Instagram
As part of a six-part social media webinar series delivered by Caroline Wilson of Hot Toddi, this webinar looks at getting started on Instagram for your business.
