IT and Digital Skills training
There is a wide range of training available in IT and digital skills both face-to-face and online, and it is extremely valuable for putting your business in a position to make the most of the opportunities offered by the digital economy. In this section, we highlight specific opportunities we have from the Digital Skills bootcamps available throughout York and North Yorkshire, and the Government’s Made Smarter support programme which offers grants and support to businesses for technology and digitisation.
Develop the IT and digital skills you need
Made Smarter support programme
Wherever you are on your digitalisation journey, you will be able to receive bespoke advice on anything from skills and leadership to innovation strategies.
Digital Skills training for York and North Yorkshire businesses
York & North Yorkshire LEP is investing significant funds from its current DfE Skills Bootcamp grant to support individuals and businesses develop higher level and specialised digital skills
Articles
UK Small Business Commissioner to launch York Business Festival 2025
York Business School at York St John University is delighted to announce a packed programme of events for York Business Festival 2025. Alongside invited expert speakers and hosts, the Festival is a showcase of the support that York Business School and the wider University offers to local businesses and social enterprises.
Export magic as York business nears 1 million sales milestone
A York-based business owner is set to export 1 million drinks to the US this year and wants more of the region’s businesses to follow in his footsteps. Phil Pinder from the Potions Cauldron will be one of the experts taking part in the export roadshows this month, organised by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. The team will visit venues across two weeks including Tadcaster, Harrogate, Scarborough, York, Catterick and Skipton.
Business Basics - Directors Loans and Dividends
Often business owners will inject cash into a business where they are a Director. This could be when the business is starting out, or to help with cash flow along the way. But how are these cash injections accounted for, and when can they be withdrawn?
Events
16th October 20259:30 am - 12:15 pmFREE
Export Roadshow: Scarborough
This roadshow is a great opportunity to network with other businesses looking to grow and ask questions of the experts. It will provide you with helpful advice, routes for support beyond the event, including the UK Export Academy, and information about other funding opportunities.
16th October 202510:00 am - 12:00 pmFREE
🟢 [FULL] Online Workshops: Digital Marketing Success Series (Beginner)
Join our Digital Marketing Success Series designed especially for small business owners who want to grow online, even if you don’t consider yourself “tech-savvy.”
16th October 202510:00 am - 4:30 pmFREE
The Courageous Females Programme (York)
The Courageous Females support programme is for Women in Business (owners or their teams) who want to reach their potential and enjoy higher levels of confidence and resilience. For Women in Business (owners or their teams) who want to reach their potential and enjoy higher levels of confidence and resilience.
Resources
Webinar Series: Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions
Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions, is a nine part online workshop series designed to help businesses at every stage of their data journey, from those just starting out to those ready to explore artificial intelligence and compliance. Each session is practical, jargon free and grounded in real business use cases, ensuring participants leave with tools and knowledge they can apply immediately.
Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions
We recommend bookmarking this page, as all recordings and resources will be added here after each webinar. Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions, is a nine part online workshop series designed to
Webinar Recording: A Grassroots Approach to Thriving Towns
This webinar, funded through the Mayor’s Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund, shares practical tools, inspiring stories, and proven strategies to activate your own high street on small budgets, from the ground up.