The Business Exchange Bath & Somerset Issue 22: Winter 2021 | Page 8

BUSINESS NEWS

Launch of free Saturday start-up clinic

During Covid-19 people have re-considered their careers and some have decided to follow their dreams and start their own business . The changed business landscape has created new openings and for many , now is a great time to start-up .
The Business Start-up programme , from the Bath & North East Somerset Support Service , provides free training and support to help local residents explore their business ideas to see if they are viable , and if so , give guidance on taking them forward .
This program , run by business support firm , Cool Ventures , offers the tools , information and practical advice needed by those considering starting up and launching a business . If you would like to explore whether running a business could be for you or if your ideas could work , book onto one of their regular free Starting in Business webinars .
Cool Ventures recognise that a lot of people are busy working in the week so this Saturday session will allow more people to take advantage of the service .
Sue Marchant , Director at Cool Ventures said , “ Enquiries about starting
“ Enquiries about starting a business or getting help with running a business have increased significantly during the pandemic "
a business or getting help with running a business have increased significantly during the pandemic . We are really proud to be delivering this free service to help start-up and trading businesses within Bath & North East Somerset ”.
For more information or to book a place , contact Cool Ventures directly on info @ coolventures . co . uk or call 08000 418293 . Further information can also be found at : www . coolventures . co . uk / fundedsupport / funded-support-banes /
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