Locate East Sussex Services

Whatever business you're in, our team will support you to get your new venture off the ground. Contact us now and let's start the conversation.

Our team works in partnership with other organisations involved in helping to grow the local economy. We'll put together a package that includes and not limited to:

• A dedicated business manager and assistance to develop a business plan
• Specialist industry support
• Help to identify your goals and challenges and a strategy to meet them
• Help to access funding, including a start-up loan
• Assistance to find the right location and workspace, however large or small
• Access to training and events including financial planning for creative entrepreneurs
• Valuable introductions and connections to local authority planning teams, and much more

One of our business managers will meet with you and start to help develop an action plan. Contact us to start the conversation.

Our tailored business growth package includes, but is and not limited to:

• Assistance to identify and prioritise your business aspirations
• Discussions on areas of focus or concern you need support with
• Practical advice on how to manage risks and protect your business
• Exploration of a range of options to best suit your needs
• Discussion on the best way we can help and support you and your business in the future
• Help to access grants and loans and to get investor ready
• Business coaching, events and training

Every company can be innovative with the right techniques and resources. We can help companies to enhance their existing offer or to develop new products and services by accessing funding to bring ideas to market.

We help provide access to creative networks and support R&D in all industries to help companies achieve their aims and gain a competitive advantage. Our aim is to help local companies develop and grow to their maximum potential and will work with you to identify any needs that specialist expertise might address and then connect you with our local and national partners including our two world-renowned universities.

Whether you are a business based in East Sussex looking to expand or a business looking to relocate into the county, our dedicated team can work with you from the outset, discussing your plans and helping you find the information you need to drive your business forward.

No one understands East Sussex better than our highly experienced team and partners. Using our knowledge and networks, we are able to assist your relocation. You'll have your own business manager to draw together the expertise you need to help with planning, property and funding advice. We aim to make your move as seamless as possible, providing ongoing support prior to and once you've moved to the area.

Why East Sussex?  - Discover the many reasons why East Sussex is an ideal location for your business. With companies finding success in a multitude of industries, discover how you could to. 

Manufacturing & Engineering
Creative & Digital
Food & Drink
Health & Life Sciences
Retail & Logistics
Leisure & Lifestyle  

A social enterprise re-invests its profits in supporting a particular community or cause through a sustainable business model.

Social entrepreneurs and enterprises make a major contribution to the south-east economy. If you have a business idea that has a social purpose and at least 50% of your income is generated through trading, we can provide 12 hours of free business support.

We can also help you to find the right workspace and provide valuable links and connections to potential funders, research partners, supply chains and other contacts.