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Start, Build & Grow

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Start, Build & Grow is a free business support programme for pre-launch and early-stage businesses, social enterprises and nonprofits in Ipswich. It was launched in partnership between Ipswich Borough Council, the Business Growth Coaches Network, AMS Business Consultants and the University of Suffolk.

About

Empowering Ipswich's entrepreneurs to start, build and grow their business

Start, Build & Grow is a comprehensive support programme for aspiring and new entrepreneurs in Ipswich. Established through a partnership between Ipswich Borough Council, Business Growth Coaches Network, AMS Business Consultants and the University of Suffolk, the initiative provides essential resources to local businesses, charities, nonprofits and social enterprises at crucial stages of development.

Their mission

The programme serves individuals with business ideas seeking launch assistance, as well as recently established enterprises needing support to stabilise and grow. Start, Build & Grow offers completely free services to all Ipswich-based businesses, providing guidance from concept to successful operation.

What they offer

Participants in the Start, Build & Grow programme receive access to a versatile mix of support structures:

  • Personalised business assistance tailored to individual needs

  • One-to-one telephone induction and enrolment sessions

  • Practical resources including business plan templates and financial planning guides

  • Peer support networks with fellow entrepreneurs

  • Expert-led group workshops covering essential business topics

  • Individual mentoring and coaching sessions

  • Comprehensive start-up guidance

Funding and access

The programme is available at no cost to any business that is, or will be, based in Ipswich.

Getting started

Entrepreneurs interested in accessing these resources can apply directly through the Start, Build & Grow website or app (Apple / Google).

Whether you're working to transform an idea from notepad to reality or preparing to hire your first team member, Start, Build & Grow provides the expertise, guidance and support needed to navigate the entrepreneurial journey.