With so much happening in the business world it is difficult to keep up. Part of my role,

 which I enjoy so much, is to ensure our members are kept up to date and represented regarding the economic regeneration and developments in our area by working with strategic groups and agencies. Recently I’ve met with: Coast to Capital, Adur and Worthing Business Partnership, Adur & Worthing Council, Worthing Town Centre Initiative and th

Recently there has been a release of a new round of Growth Grants from Coast to Capital which we have circulated to our members. I have requested some information and examples of the best opportunities to achieve these along with information on the anticipated types of grant applications expected to succeed. Also I have requested information on whether there will be any support to develop the bids. Watch this space.e A27 Forum

Good news also comes in the form of our potential renewed involvement with the Business Navigator which will mean we are again first to hear of new initiatives and funding available for our businesses.

On the home front we are expanding the team!

Amelia joined us last year and worked on building our social media and will continue for another year doing a level 3 apprenticeship in Social Media and Digital Marketing to keep us at the forefront.

Just like any business we need to plan our growth and as membership is our priority we have introduced Sara Hopkins to our team to keep in-touch with our current members and support our membership growth plans. She is keen to get to know our members and find ways to improve our offer.