Business support and networks

Local business support

Northampton University’s Business Support team (Based at Waterside Campus) offers a wide range of business support services to the Northamptonshire community with a team of experienced, accredited advisers with customer-focussed support staff - providing information, advice and guidance to entrepreneurs and businesses at all stages of their development.

South East Midlands Growth Hub provides free business advice and guidance to businesses and charities. They’re a multipurpose, multifunctional hub that supports all businesses, regardless of their size or industry with:

• business intelligence for all aspects of business operations, including finance, marketing, HR, and strategy
• funding and grants that are available to help businesses grow and innovate
• resource library serves including workshops, seminars and educational materials
• network and support partnerships including monthly events with other businesses

Business IP Centre Northamptonshire is leading a revolution by inspiring a thriving community of new and existing business owners. Whether you are just starting, need advice on protecting your intellectual property, or are ready to take the next step in your business journey.

The Federation of Small Businesses' mission is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions by offering its members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and a powerful voice heard in government.

Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce membership represents around 1,000 Northamptonshire businesses and is part of a worldwide network. It is one of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Accredited Chambers and has been specifically designed to enable small and medium-sized businesses to make the most of their potential.

NNBN is a new and exciting business membership for North Northamptonshire there to help businesses in the North Northants area recover, build, and grow for a brighter future. The membership is open to businesses, organisations, charities, and families who are based in or provide services to North Northamptonshire.

Last updated 19 April 2024