The Heart of the South West LEP has launched a Peer Network programme, giving small businesses the opportunity to learn from successful businesses, to help to boost productivity and resilience.
The Peer Networks will be led by an experienced facilitator, with each network consisting of a minimum of 11 owners or managers from the business community across Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay.
Participants will receive 18 hours of action learning through their network, with additional 1:1 support to receive tailored support.
The programme aims to improve the business resilience, capacity to adapt business models for future success and ability to drive longer-term productivity gains.
Active involvement in the Peer Network will enhance the leadership capabilities, knowledge and confidence of business owners and entrepreneurs within a local region and help build local connectivity and strength within the small business community.
Funding for the scheme has been committed for 2023/24, and will build on the success of the Peer Network Programme delivered across England through the Local Enterprise Partnership network since 2020.
The programme currently has six delivery partners, including Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce, University of Exeter, Somerset Chamber of Commerce, School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) and SWMAS, all of which will be recruiting participants over the next few months. Watch out for more information coming soon.
