News

Double celebration for the Women's Business Development Agency

Some of the West Midlands' best performing business advisers were recognised yesterday when teh reion's first ever Business Support Professional Awards came to a finale in Birmingham...

Women entrepreneurs use smart thinking to fight recession

New research suggests that women entrepreneurs are facing the recession more positively than male counterparts, thanks to their use of innovative and flexible ways to avoid debt and reduce overheads. 

Women taking over at the top !

The days when men dominated the world of business are disappearing fast. But for many the journey to the top has not been easy and this month businesswomen in Coventry and Warwickshire are being recognised. Business reporter Jenny Waddington spoke to several female go-getters who are leading the way.

West Midlands Taskforce - Economic Update Report

The West Midlands Taskforce works with stakeholders across the region to produce a monthly economic update. The report summarises key trends and issues in the national and regional economy.

Going back to his roots: Reggae Reggae Sauce star Levi Roots joins Barclays in "Family Affair" search

Dragon’s Den winner and Reggae Reggae Sauce entrepreneur, Levi Roots, has teamed up with Barclays Local Business to hunt for the Midland’s leading family businesses. With all the zest of his marinades, Levi will lead a panel of Barclays experts in deciding who will win the title of the region’s most dynamic and enterprising group of relatives.

New website developed by Advantage West Midlands

In the interests of delivering effective and efficient support to our businesses and our communities during the current economic downturn, Government has asked that each region centralise all support initiatives. Our region's response is being coordinated by the West Midlands Taskforce, led by the Regional Minister Ian Austin.

New support initiatives for land-based businesses...

As land based businesses across the West Midlands face growing commercial challenges, Business Link are driving forward a whole series of programmes to make sure they get the support they need to thrive.

Helping businesses go for 2012 Gold

With up to 7,000 contracts available and around 75,000 contractors needed, the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games offer huge commercial potential. And now, for the first time, a web-based initiative brings businesses unique access to these exciting procurement opportunities.

Government to launch £25 million fund for Women's Enterprise

The Government has just launch the Aspire Fund - a £25 million investment fund for women-led businesses - to be jointly funded by the Government and private sector...

How female bosses are getting ahead in tough times...

Lower debt levels and better networking abilities mean female-run businesses are better able to withstand a recession according to the head of a regional body promoting women’s enterprise.