Ride the Wave is back. And it means business…

The City’s biggest business support programme is returning to Brighton and Hove. This year, Ride the Wave has been designed to help organisations find firmer footing and take bigger steps forward: to a place where they’re resilient in the face of economic uncertainty and geared for growth. Ride the Wave is about helping you to build your business from a position of strength: financially, creatively and for the future.

Supporting more businesses

We’re supporting a wider range of entrepreneurs than ever, from those who are competing in fast-growing sectors like environmental technology, to those who want to be first in the third sector, to helping retailers thrive in one of the country’s most diverse shopping cities.

Delivering more content

The support programme is varied and comprehensive too. Ride the Wave will help you pitch better for bigger projects, show creative businesses how to make money that supports their art, not compromises it, how to get to grips with exporting, and how to employ staff and grow, plus lots of other invaluable support.

What’s more, it’s all completely free.

Backed by big hitters

Funded and led by Brighton & Hove City Council, delivered by the Brighton & Hove Chamber, and backed by the Business Support Partnership, Ride The Wave is a big initiative with a packed programme of practical, business-building support for every size and type of organisation. Between us, we’re serious about investing in business and innovation within our city. Ride the Wave is our commitment in action.

SUPPORT FOR START-UPS AND NEW IDEAS

Preparing for lift-off
You’ve got an idea for a business, but where do you start with making it happen? Right here. This workshop is perfect for people who want to become self-employed, start a business or launch a social enterprise. With expert guidance, you’ll get a chance to explore your ideas, refine them and confidently understand what to do next to get your business off the ground.
Date: 22nd January
Venue: BMECP
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All systems go
This one-day workshop is for new businesses a year or so into their existence who want to further develop their essential systems for success. We look at what you hoped for when you started, and where you are now. We focus on the main business activities – from marketing to pricing – that will guide you in the near future towards growth and greater achievement.
Date: 30th January
Venue: BMECP
More info and book online