BlogBusiness boost for Trafford with appointment of new start-up advisor

Business boost for Trafford with appointment of new start-up advisor

Greater Manchester’s Business Growth Hub has partnered with Trafford Council to provide more dedicated support for people wanting to start a new business within the borough.

Suzanne Bradbury will use her wealth of experience to help new and recently established small businesses to grow.

Suzanne draws on over 25 years’ experience working in professional services and management consultancy. She also set up her own international business supplying lighting and audio equipment, and holds both a law degree and MBA.

Working alongside existing advisor Tony Ward, and the Council’s Strategic Growth Team, Suzanne will also be able to provide access to the wide range of business support services provided by Business Growth Hub, including:

  • Business planning
  • Marketing
  • Access to finance
  • Executive development
  • Digital transformation

Executive Member for Housing and Strategic Planning, Cllr David Hopps, said: “It’s great news that small businesses in Trafford now have two expert advisors to help them grow and add to the economic prosperity of the borough.

“The Growth Hub is an excellent initiative and the Council is working closely with it to ensure our entrepreneurs get the best support.”

Richard Jeffery, Director of Business Growth Hub added“Suzanne will add a new dimension to business support in Trafford, helping young businesses to grow and establish themselves in Greater Manchester’s business network.

“Anyone who has recently started a business, or is thinking about starting one, should get in touch with Suzanne to find out how the Hub can help.”

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