Our highly experienced and knowledgeable team of advisers understand how complex business can be.
There are a range of funding schemes available that businesses may be eligible for.
The Invest East Yorkshire team offers workshops, events and networking opportunities.
The Business Support Services team manages The Supply Chain Network Supplier Directory.
Search for business opportunities across the region and beyond.
A variety of useful information, articles, videos, tools, and templates on an array of subjects
Understanding the wider business support landscape.
The team offer a variety of expertise against many business disciplines and sectors.
Beck View Road, Beverley, HU17 0JT
Enterprise Way, Bridlington YO16 4SF
Baffin Way, Brough HU15 1YU
Carlisle Street, Goole, DN14 5DS
Scotchburn Garth, Skerne Road, Driffield YO25 6EF
Bridgehead Business Park, Meadow Road, Hessle, HU13 0GD
Becklands Park, York Road, Market Weighton YO43 3GL
Tom Pudding Way, Goole, DN14 6BS
The Inward Investment Team provides a free and confidential package of services tailored to individual business needs
Encouraging new and growing businesses within East Yorkshire
Humber Freeport Tax sites at Goole and Hull East offer a range of benefits
Meet the Invest East Yorkshire Inward Investment Team
Our planning team can help you identify and resolve issues prior to submission
The Invest Goole team is dedicated to supporting economic growth
A comprehensive range of employment and skills support to inward investors
Commit to considering local and regional suppliers
Take a look at some of our recent Case Studies
Company Overview:
Baron Hartley Wines is located in sensitively renovated premises in Hornsea’s historic Market Place and opened for business in November, just in time for the festive season.
Its owner, Lee Hartley, worked with the Business Support Services team in the months leading up to the launch of his new business after contacting them through the Invest East Yorkshire website. Although he’d initially enquired about funding opportunities and support for another of his businesses, Lee mentioned the idea of taking over the wine business during a meeting with one of the team’s knowledgeable and experienced Business Advisers. At that point, it was merely a start-up idea; he had not yet registered his new business with Companies House or identified suitable premises in which to locate it.
Business Adviser Chris Page advised Lee on the many different things that he would need to consider to progress his idea of opening a wine shop, from securing an alcohol licence to recruiting staff. The team also helped to identify grant funding that Lee was able to access to help cover the cost of renovating the empty shop and bringing it back into use as the headquarters for his fledgling business.
Chris said: “I also introduced Lee to the Hornsea Collective group of business owners. This helped him to forge useful contacts within the local business community and gave him a platform through which he could start promoting the forthcoming launch of Baron Hartley Wines.”
Baron Wines was previously an established online business, which Lee decided to take over when its owner, one of his close friends, opted to semi-retire. Lee, who lives in Hornsea, saw an opportunity to take the business in a completely new direction by establishing retail premises in his hometown, offering wines to the public and local businesses, as well as wine tasting events and local delivery. However, he also continues to offer online sales through the website.
The new venture, which opened for business ahead of Hornsea’s annual Christmas lights switch-on, has already created one full-time job and there’s potential for one or two more part-time posts to become available soon. It’s a welcome addition to the local shopping experience and has helped to enhance the visual appearance of the Market Place by restoring vacant shop premises and bringing them back into use.
Lee Hartley, Director of Baron Hartley Wines, said: “To have the support of an adviser like Chris helping me focus on an action plan, from conception to completion, gave me a lot of encouragement to pursue personal and premises license applications, as well as the grant funding contribution. On top of all this, local business-friendly contacts came forward from the Hornsea Collective to put Baron Hartley Wines on the map via competitions and sponsorship, which helps to keep the seaside town alive and kicking.”
Invest East Yorkshire’s Business Support Services team is able to help eligible local businesses access grants through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF). Advisers work closely with business owners to help them identify projects that will help their business grow and evolve, as well as identifying any sources of grant funding that may be available to help them cover the costs.
If you are looking for support like Lee has been able to obtain, go to www.investeastyorkshire.co.uk/business-support for more information.
It’s time for our next networking event, and this time we’re adding some sparkle! We usually leave you to lead the conversation over breakfast (and there will be plenty of opportunity for this) but we’ll be celebrating all things awards and giving some award winners the chance to offer their insight on how this has helped their business thrive.
Hosted by the University of Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire Council, we will be celebrating business success and offering you the chance to network, grab a glass of fizz and some nibbles, and find out how you can get support for your business.
Ideal for small or large companies in any sector, these quarterly events will give you the chance to explore new opportunities and connections for your business.
Date7 December 2023, 4.00pm-6.00pm
LocationAura Innovation Centre, Hessle, East Riding Of Yorkshire, HU13 0GD
Event LinkVisit Event Website
Join us for a FREE session focused on the nuances of pro-active performance management delivered by Humber HR and its role in fostering employee wellbeing, aimed at growing businesses.
Key Highlights:
Reserve your place and focus on improved performance management and employee wellbeing!
Date: Tuesday 5th December
Location: ergo Business Centre, Bridgehead Business Park, Hessle, HU13 0GD
Time: 2:00pm – 4:30pm
Don’t miss our expert-led FREE workshop led by Humber HR, designed for growing businesses facing the challenges of an expanding team.
What You’ll Learn:
Join us for this workshop and redefine your approach to team management and organisational effectiveness!
Location: ergo Business Centre, Bridgehead Business Park, Hessle HU13 0GD
Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
We are delighted to announce two FREE vital half-day sessions delivered by Humber HR, for growing businesses, aimed at supporting performance management and enhancing employee wellbeing in today’s dynamic business environment.
Managing Your Expanding Team within an HR Framework
Our expert-led workshop is tailored for small businesses navigating the challenges of managing a growing team. The session covers:
Pro-Active Performance Management and Employee Wellbeing Session
This focused session will delve into the intricacies of pro-active performance management.
Key highlights include:
Join us in these informative sessions to enhance your workplace dynamics and set a new standard in employee engagement and organisational effectiveness.
Click on the link below to book your places.
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Invest East Yorkshire and Invest Hull are delighted to offer a series of FREE workshops encompassing all facets of social media for businesses.
These workshops are available both online and in-person, carefully designed to cater to all levels from beginners to individuals aiming to elevate their social media marketing efforts.
Our workshops will delve into various vital topics, including:
Don’t miss out on these invaluable, fully funded workshops delivered by Electrify.
Click here to discover more and secure your place!
Join us for an engaging and exciting FREE workshop where you’ll gain fresh insights into planning and managing your business’s social media accounts on a week-to-week basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to reflect on what constitutes a successful week of content on your social media channels, making it both achievable and enjoyable, rather than overwhelming.
We’ll also introduce you to various publishing platforms to streamline your social media strategy.
Don’t miss this chance to refine your social media game and connect with your audience effectively.
Who is this workshop for:
Business owners wanting more information on how to get the most out of social media for marketing
Employees working in a business looking for ideas on how to market their business through social media.
Business owners with some knowledge of social media looking to optimise their social media
Ideally you will have attended the “The ABCs of social media” and “How to set up your Social Media Accounts ” workshops prior – but this is not a requirement.
Secure your place now!
Date29 February 2024, 9.30am-12.30pm
LocationOnline
Event LinkVisit event website
Are you ready to take the plunge and set up your business social media accounts?
Join our FREE workshop where we’ll guide you through the process of creating your first Facebook and Instagram profiles, along with an expert tour of X (formerly Twitter).
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have your Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) accounts set up and ready to go!
Don’t miss this opportunity to establish your online business presence.
Who is this workshop for?
Register now to secure your place!
Date22 February 2024, 9.30am-12.30pm
Not sure where to start when using social media to promote your business? This FREE workshop is a beginner’s introduction to how to make the most of social media. We’ll take you through each of the key platforms you’re likely to make use of, with fast facts and top tricks to help kick-off your social media journey.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a good overview of social media, including the main channels to consider and which platform/s to focus your business efforts on.
Business owners looking to add social media to their marketing activity.
Social media beginners working in a business looking to gain knowledge.
People working in small businesses who are responsible for social media and marketing.
Date21 February 2024, 09.30am-12.30pm
TikTok isn’t for everyone, because it’s extremely time consuming and can be expensive. So rather than just setting one up, why not come and explore the platform first to explore if it’s the right approach for your organisation? It might just be a couple of hours you thank us for later!
During this FREE session, we’ll demystify TikTok, delve into its unique “trends,” and help you determine whether it’s the right time for your business to embrace this powerful platform.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make an informed decision about TikTok’s potential for your business.
Date30 January 2024, 09.30am-11.30am
