Get Set GROW – Voucher & Programme Launch Event

Wednesday 2 December 2026 | York Hospitium | 10:00 – 15:30
Arrival, networking and refreshments from 09:30

As businesses grow, the challenges often change. Winning customers is only part of the picture. Sustainable growth depends on having the right systems, skills, processes and expertise in place. Whether you’re looking to improve productivity, strengthen your sales approach, make better use of digital tools or plan for the future, the right support can help you move forward with confidence.

Get Set GROW is a free event from the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub designed to help businesses understand and explore the practical steps they can take to become more scalable, sustainable and resilient.

Join us to:

• Meet specialist providers offering support across six key business growth areas
• Learn about the new GROW Voucher Programme
• Learn about other funded programmes from the Growth Hub and Combined Authority
• Hear practical insights from businesses and experts
• Explore ways to improve productivity, resilience and growth
• Connect with other ambitious businesses from across York and North Yorkshire

By the end of the day, you’ll be better equipped to Get the support you need, Set your business up for success, and Grow sustainably.

What to expect

This event will bring together businesses, specialist support providers and partner organisations from across York and North Yorkshire to explore the opportunities available through the new GROW Voucher Programme and wider Growth Hub support.

Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to meet the organisations delivering support through the programme and learn more about the funded one-to-one support available to help businesses improve productivity, strengthen resilience and support sustainable growth.

Support will be available across six key areas:

• AI Practical Implementation
• Digital Tooling for Sales
• Website Development
• HR
• Data Protection & Cyber Resilience
• Financial Management

Applications for the GROW Voucher Programme will open shortly after the event, giving attendees an early opportunity to understand the available support before deciding whether to apply. You’ll be able to speak directly with specialist providers, discuss your business’s ambitions and challenges, and gain a better understanding of which support offer may be the best fit for your needs before applications go live.

You’ll also hear practical insights from businesses and experts during a panel discussion exploring growth, productivity and resilience, with the opportunity to learn from real experiences and ask questions.

Alongside the main programme, you’ll be able to discover wider support available through the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, connect with partner organisations from across the region and network with fellow business owners.

By the end of the event, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the support available through the GROW Voucher Programme, the wider business support landscape in York and North Yorkshire, and the practical next steps available to help your business move forward.

Expert Panel Discussion

Join a discussion exploring:

What makes a business ready to grow?

The panel will share practical insights into the systems, processes and capabilities that support sustainable growth and resilience, alongside lessons learned from working with businesses across York and North Yorkshire.

Wider Growth Hub Support

Get Set GROW isn’t just about the GROW Voucher Programme.

The event will also provide an opportunity to learn more about wider support available through the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, including sustainability support, Carbon Literacy training, specialist adviser support, workshops, webinars and upcoming business support programmes.

Whether or not a GROW Voucher is the right next step for your business, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the support available and where to go next.

Who should attend?

This event is designed for businesses across York and North Yorkshire that are looking to grow, strengthen their foundations or build greater resilience for the future.

Whether you’re planning your next stage of growth, exploring a particular challenge within your business or simply wanting to understand what support is available, Get Set GROW will provide practical insight, expert advice and opportunities to connect with specialists who can help.

It is also an opportunity to learn more about the GROW Voucher Programme, understand the six available support offers and decide whether an application could benefit your business.

Where and when

Date: Wednesday 2 December 2026
Time: 10:00 – 15:30
Arrival, networking and refreshments from 09:30

Venue: York Hospitium, Museum Gardens, York

The Hospitium is a historic Grade II listed building located within York Museum Gardens and is easily accessible from York city centre and York railway station.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Places are free but must be booked in advance. Numbers are limited and early booking is recommended.