Local Business News from your Development Manager 19 April 2024 | Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight

Local News 19 Apr 2024

A round up of recent business news for Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight

Watch a quick summary of this week's news from Nicky here:
The Gosport Imagination Refinery

The Gosport Imagination Refinery provides vibrant easily accessible work spaces, maker spaces, training and business incubator spaces on Gosport High Street at no cost – other than the price of a coffee!

 

Two great events coming up to inspire you…

FSB Talks:  Southampton - 1st May 4pm to 6pm, Eagle Labs

Southampton 1st May – themes are podcasting for business, raising your profile in the media and the importance of numbers in your business.

Talks and Networking at The Foundry, Poole – 8th May

Poole 8th May – themes are The four common sales challenges and why it’s so important to be in business doing something you’re passionate about.

 

UKSPF and Rural Prosperity Grant schemes

Check your local council’s website or sign up for their business newsletter to find out about schemes in your area.

New schemes include:

Isle of Wight Council – Rural Prosperity Fund

Dorset Council (will be launching in the next few days)


What's happening in your local area?

Visit our regional pages to find your local FSB staff and volunteers, as well as upcoming events and what's happening where you live.

Find out more

 

Meet the author

Nicola Kildunne

Nicola Kildunne

Development Manager: Dorset • Hampshire & IOW