Supporting Organisations for Business
| Organisation | Details | Contact Number | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| |Business Link | Business Link Surrey provides information, advice and skills for small and medium-sized organisations in Surrey. Part of a national network, funded by Government, with an aim to help Surrey businesses become more successful. Business Links provides new and existing businesses with access to practical information and advice across the complete spectrum of business issues. | 0845 749 4949 | |success@businesslinksurrey.co.uk |
| |Elmbridge Business Network | The Business Network aims to bring together business representatives from across the borough to work on projects and initiatives which will help ensure that Elmbridge retains its vibrant local economy. It has a fund to give small grants to groups of local businesses to help set up innovative projects and initiatives. | 01372 474377 | |Policy Manager (Partnerships) |
| |South East England Development Agency | The South East England Development Agency (SEEDA), as the Regional Development Agency for the South East, is responsible for the sustainable economic development and regeneration of the South East of England - the driving force of the UK's economy. | 01483 484200 | |
| |Surrey Chambers of Commerce | Surrey Chambers of Commerce is the ultimate business network and it sits at the heart of the business community. The Chambers offers a wide range of services to businesses including regular networking events, policy and representation, export documentation, discounted services and much more. | 01784 444204 | |sarah.edwards@surrey-chambers.co.uk |
| Cobham Chamber of Commerce | Cobham Chamber of Commerce represents the commercial interests of Cobham, whilst recognising the importance of our relationship within the wider community. We work to develop Cobham as a vibrant place to do business. | 01932 860009 | |alistair.mann@cobhamvillage.co.uk |
| |Esher Business Guild | The Guild represents local businesses in Esher. We are the Farmers' Market, the Christmas lights, and the silent voice behind the revitalisation of Esher High Street. | 07899 846483 | |martha.jessop@googlemail.com |
| Molesey Traders and Business Association | The Molesey Business Association (MBA) exists to promote and create revenue generation opportunities for members throughout Molesey and to work towards the removal of any barriers that may unfairly hinder trade within the town. | 07768 686569 | |dave@quantum-analysis.co.uk |
| |Walton Business Group | The Walton Business Group is run by local businesses for local businesses to promote members' goods and services, be a collective voice on business issues and provide business support to members. | 01932 221895 | |info@waltonbusinessgroup.co.uk |
|The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)
| Branches in Surrey host local meetings and events including seminars on topical issues and business-to-business socials. Members receive magazines and newsletters, which contain a mix of FSB news and articles of small business relevance. | Surrey & West Sussex Office 01403 734257 Head Office 01253 336000 | |fsbr150@fsb.org.uk |
| The Prince's Trust helps young people aged 18-30 who are unemployed or under-employed and unable to get finance elsewhere to set up and run their own business. The Trust provides low interest loans, together with advice from a Business Mentor to help prepare a business plan and to provide ongoing support. | 020 7543 1234 | |
| |Enterprise First | Enterprise First is a not for profit company with sponsorship from the public and private sectors, and offers either free support or help at a nominal cost. Free, confidential, and independent advice is provided from a team of experienced, accredited business advisers. Enterprise First's training programme includes a free introductory workshop which covers issues you should be aware of in starting a business, as well as various workshops to support specific business needs, such as book-keeping and marketing all held by leaders who are accredited to national standards. | 0845 4587535 | |info@enterprisefirst.co.uk |
|Surrey Economic Partnership (SEP)
| SEP aims to maintain Surrey's leading position at the heart of the regional economy in an international context, through sustainable economic development measures that have the support of the business community. The partnership brings together the principal organisations in economic development to exchange views and progress in addressing the issues facing the Surrey economy. | 01483 685230 | |mark@surreyeconomicpartnership.org |
| |Surrey County Council | Surrey County Council offers a range of advice including fire safety, business waste and animal health. | 03456 009 009 |
