Keen to launch your own business?

Published Tuesday, 19th June 2018

A DROP-IN event is to be held in Hartlepool to help people realise their dreams of launching their own business.

The Start Up in Business event will take place at Hartlepool Enterprise Centre in Brougham Terrace from 5-7pm on Wednesday June 27th

It is being organised by Hartlepool Borough Council’s Economic Regeneration Team in partnership with Business Compass, the Tees Valley’s Business Support Service.

Representatives from a range of organisations will be present to provide budding entrepreneurs with advice and information on matters such as developing a business idea, formulating a business plan and securing funding.

Hartlepool Enterprise Centre

Hartlepool Enterprise Centre

Councillor Kevin Cranney, Chair of the Council’s Regeneration Services Committee, said: “The aim is to encourage people who are interested in launching their own businesses to come along and find out more in a welcoming and informal setting.

“Promoting the formation of new small businesses is a key part of our strategy for developing the local economy and we are particularly keen to encourage a spirit of entrepreneurship.”

Further information about the event is available by calling Hartlepool Enterprise Centre on (01429) 867677.