Support for Basildon Borough Based Businesses

Basildon Borough, located in Essex, is a dynamic hub of economic activity with a diverse and thriving business community. Known for its strategic location near London and accessible transportation links, the borough attracts a wide array of enterprises across various sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, technology, and retail.

The business environment in Basildon is marked by innovation and entrepreneurship, with a supportive ecosystem of business networks, advisory services, and local chambers of commerce. The borough's focus on sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives has paved the way for the growth of green businesses, aligning with global environmental trends.

Whether you're a startup seeking opportunities or an established company looking to expand, Basildon Borough offers a conducive and collaborative atmosphere for businesses to prosper, making it a key contributor to Essex's economic vitality.

Business Support and Resources

We understand that starting and running a business comes with its challenges. That's why Basildon Borough offers a range of resources and support to help your business thrive.

Details of support programmes and free events that we deliver to help your business grow can be found below. Click the image to find out more or get in touch via the form below and we can help find the right programme for you.

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Investment in Essex

“Investment is traditionally defined as the ‘commitment of resources to achieve later benefits’”. Over the last few years, Essex has received a ton of investment to support both businesses and the wider community to thrive.

Multiply: Free Financial Literacy support available for employees of Essex businesses through the Multiply scheme from Essex County Council

The Multiply programme, a countywide campaign launched by Essex County Council, is part of the UK Government’s Levelling Up strategy, and aims to improve adult numeracy and create ‘Skills for Life’ for residents in the county – improving wellbeing, boosting career prospects, and managing finances.

Backing Essex Business

Fully funded by Essex County Council, Backing Essex Business is here to provide help for your business to grow, It offers:

12 Hours of Free Business Advice

Support to access business finance
Free Workshops and Training

Group2Grow - The Essex Peer Network Programme

Group2Grow peer groups bring together cohorts of business professionals to learn, grow, and solve common problems using each other’s knowledge and experience, with the support, guidance, and mentoring of a Business Coach.

Over 8 x 2 hr group sessions and 3 hours of individual 1:1 sessions with an expert mentor we will through discussion and discovery, uncover the challenges faced by your business and work together to find logical and practical solutions.

Contact Us

Contact us to learn more about the support and resources available and find the right one for you. We're here to help you turn your business aspirations into reality.

Businesses we have supported in Basildon Borough

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MAD Promotions

PR Professional Karin Ridgers from boutique Vegan PR agency Mad Promotions, Billericay discusses the importance of making the right connections with and for her clients, and how support from business support programme Backing Essex Business has helped her align her plans, giving her increased confidence to see them through.