Business support and advice

The Akcela incubator is a vibrant community of some of Norwich and Norfolk's most promising start-ups, supports business with office space, expert consultancy and a community of founders to drive innovation and growth.

Almost £5 billion of funding is available to help UK businesses become greener as part of the government’s commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

A 12-week programme, delivered by the Norwich Business School at UEA, aimed to support managers and leaders of local small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) to learn new skills, boost profits and improve business performance, resilience, and long-term growth. It is 90% funded, leaving £750 to contribute by the company.

Jobcentre Plus helps employers to fill their vacancies.

MENTA provides free, impartial business advice meetings at Norwich Library suitable for both established businesses ambitious to grow and start-ups.

Access free advice and support about any aspect of business growth your business is grappling with.

The space has been designed to offer a convenient, comfortable and collaborative work environment.

NWES provides professional advice and training to existing business and individuals wanting to set up in business. It can provide bursaries and loans as well as managed workspace in Norwich and across the county.

Open to Export is the Government supported free, online community for UK companies looking to grow internationally.

The Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Norfolk offers free support to help start or grow a business. This includes one-to-one advice, workshops and networking events as well as resources, access to databases and help to protect your ideas.