Whether you are already running a business, looking to grow or just starting out, Business Link is the place to go. Business Link understands your problems, challenges and goals and provides information and advice to help you make the most of your business opportunities. Its support is independent and impartial, and most Business Link services are provided free of charge.
EEI is the international business support organisation for the East of England. EEI works with companiesin the region seeking to grow their businesses through export of services or products. It also assist overseas-owned companies setting up in the region or already here.
Essex Chambers of Commerce and Industry is an independent organisation serving and representing the business interests of approximately 2500 small to large companies from all sectors in Essex. The Chamber strives to create a forward-thinking, dynamic support service by continually evolving to meet the requirements of a strong membership. Its aims to provide a blend of business advice and support services with creative initiatives aimed at increasing the prosperity of Essex and its business community.
The Essex Development & Regeneration Agency (ExDRA) works with a range of partners in the county and the East of England. It leads on, and contributes to, a variety of unique economic and social projects that will have far reaching benefits to residents, businesses and visitors in Essex. ExDRA’s range of work is diverse and includes the encouragement of inward investment, developing trade links overseas, and delivering the Essex Innovation Network.
The FSB is the largest campaigning pressure group promoting and protecting the interests of the self-employed and small and medium-sized businesses in the UK. Formed in 1974, it now has over 210,000 members across 33 regions and 230 branches. The FSB is non-profit making and non-party political.
The Procurement Agency for Essex (PAE) represents 14 member local authorities and the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (plus two associate members) in the county of Essex. It works to promote and facilitate collaborative procurement across Essex. The PAE portal brings buyers into direct contact with suppliers for all the products and services purchased by the public sector across Essex.
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