DORSET LEP FUNDED BUSINESS GROWTH PROGRAMMES 

Dorset LEP provides a fully funded, specialist bid writing support service to help more Dorset entrepreneurs, SME’s and projects access government funds to power their business growth, increase collaborations and drive innovation.   

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Dorset LEP provides a fully funded, horizon scanning service to help more Dorset entrepreneurs, SME’s and projects to identify government funds to power their business growth, increase collaborations and drive innovation.  

Find out more about our horizon scanning service

Dorset LEP is funding two-thirds of the cost for eligible Dorset based businesses to join Focused For Business' renowned Funding Accelerator programme. This means more Dorset companies can access excellent advice and support in preparing for investment, finding the right investors and negotiating and securing investment for their business. To find out more about the programme click here. 

The Digital Skills Hub is an inclusive centre for residents and business owners in the Boscombe-Bournemouth area. Funded by BCP Council and delivered by Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership, the Hub aims to boost economic growth and prosperity in the area by enabling residents and businesses to be more productive, successful and entrepreneurial. The Hub offers a wide-range of free events and workshops that cater to a number of needs, from basic computer skills, employment advice and wellbeing, to enhanced digital and business learning.

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Dorset LEP, in partnership with Silicon South and the Boscombe Digital Skills Hub has launched a series of free business masterclasses to give senior leaders and decision makers in local businesses the tools and knowledge to translate their initial ambition into a clear strategy for long-term success. The support is offered through 7 monthly morning sessions at the Digital Skills Hub in Boscombe starting on June 12th. To find out more and book a place click here.

Dorset LEP, in partnership with Evolve and the Boscombe Digital Skills Hub run a business accelerator programme which offers mentorship, development workshops, networking opportunities and funding support to those looking to develop digital, creative and technology businesses. The programme helps people develop their ideas and refine business plans, through specialist advice and a supportive environment.

We are accepting applications from both pre-start and trading businesses who are less than three years old and have an ambition for growth.

To find out more click here.