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Sandwell businesses are aiming for GOLD

Over four years, a funding programme has helped 92 businesses in Sandwell with face-to-face support and, in many cases, grant funding.

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BCCC Start-Up Club: Press and PR workshop

The Black Country Chamber of Commerce (BCCC) Start-Up Business Club offers its members ongoing business support including specially-designed masterclasses tailored to addressing the specific needs of start-ups.

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A gem of a venue #MadeInSandwell: relaunch of Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre

This #MadeInSandwell Monday we’re celebrating the relaunch of the Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre (formerly Sandwell Park Farm) and Forge Mill Farm.

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Turnover is sky high at Sandwell scaffolding supplier

Congratulations to Sandwell scaffolding supplier Generation (UK) for an increase in turnover in the last financial year. Its pre-tax profits also climbed, going from £6.6m to £13.3m over the same period.

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Electric vehicle charging innovation showcase event

Innovate UK KTN is holding an event showcasing innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions to help address the challenges faced in rolling out infrastructure, particularly in congested urban areas, as well as providing information on future market opportunities in the EV infrastructure space.

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West Midlands Ambulance Station project brings social value to our borough

The new West Midlands Ambulance Station development is well underway in Oldbury. Not only will this be the largest ambulance hub of its kind in the country, its build has brought social value to our region.

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Funding to help Sandwell SMEs reach international markets

Funding is available to Sandwell SMEs looking to increase their sales in international markets. The Midlands Internationalisation Fund is available to small businesses with high international growth potential and those with a product or service suitable for export.

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Sandwell security specialist celebrates prestigious double Express & Star award wins

Congratulations to Tividale-based security specialist GMS Group for winning the top marketing and apprentice of the year awards earlier this month from leading news title Express & Star.

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Black Country Chamber launches new campaign to drive region’s growth

The Black Country Chamber of Commerce has launched a new campaign to drive the region’s growth by helping local businesses to tackle the barriers limiting productivity. Its next event exploring the skills the region needs takes place on Wednesday 29 June.

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2022 National TOMs walkthrough webinar

Social Value Portal is holding a free webinar on Thursday 23 June to run through all the new updates to the National TOMs (themes, outcomes and measures) framework. Register your place to find out what’s been enhanced on the platform this year.

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