The latest Marches Growth Hub Newsletter is now available :
- Innovate UK Smart Grants September 2023: UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £25 million for game-changing and commercially viable R&D innovations that can significantly impact the UK economy
- Minerva Birmingham Pitch Up: The West Midlands’ premier pitching competition is open for applications.
- New help for Shropshire’s Agri-tech and food and drink sectors: A new project is being launched this month to help Shropshire’s flourishing agri-tech and food and drink sectors develop pioneering new ideas and boost sustainability
- Beyond the Hype: Making AI Work for Business Productivity: explores some of the biggest questions about the opportunities and risks of embracing artificial intelligence
- Veolia EnviroGrant Shropshire scheme for 2023 is now open: Veolia, the UK’s leading resource management company and Shropshire Council have teamed up to offer £15,000 in funding to the county’s local community groups and clubs
- Get support to create woodland using the England Woodland Creation Offer. Landowners and farmers will be offered greater financial incentives to plant and mange trees through the new England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO).
- How to create brand guidelines for your small business: Learn how you can create consistency in your business with brand guidelines
To find out more about the topics above and to book please see this week’s newsletter here

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