Business Sheffield, together with Launchpad and other business support services in the city, have helped a number of local start ups and scale ups succeed in their ambitions.
Click below to read some of our stories and see just how we helped.
How Business Sheffield and Launchpad helped The Kiln launch and grow in Sheffield
Discover how Rachael Wood turned her vision into reality with the support of Business Sheffield. From expert advice to a £1,000 grant for a shop sign, see how The Kiln became a thriving creative hub on Sheffield's high street.
How Business Sheffield Helped Olga and Asquith Diversify Their Product Range
Business Sheffield helped Olga & Asquith grow their brand by turning their Jamaican rum cake into a stout—through expert advice and a key introduction.
Sheffield Mencap & Gateway – Reducing Energy Costs and Carbon Footprint Through the Low Carbon Community and Culture Project
With the support of the Low Carbon Community and Culture Project, Sheffield Mencap & Gateway has made substantial strides in reducing its energy costs and carbon footprint. The charity serves over 500 individuals with learning disabilities and autism and their families from its base at Norfolk Lodge in Sheffield.
Boosting productivity: How the UKSPF Digital and Productivity Grant helped Bullion double chocolate production
Support from the UKSPF Digital and Productivity Grant enabled Bullion to double their output, helping them manage demand as their business expands.
Barkers Furniture Embraces Sustainable Energy Solutions through the UKSPF Low Carbon Project
With support from the UKSPF Low Carbon Project, Barkers Furniture received a £19,000 grant for solar panels and ceiling insulation to help regulate the showrooms temperature efficiently and to reduce their carbon footprint.
Rivelin Rail – Enhancing Railway Safety and Efficiency with Support from the UKSPF Digital and Productivity Grant
With support from Business Sheffield and funding from the Productivity and Digitisation Grants, Rivelin Rail were able to make significant software and hardware improvements to their bespoke railway inspection device, improving functionality and reducing assembly time.
FourJaw sees results from Productivity Grant powered investment
A tech spin-out from the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre has seen customer traction rise after using a Business Productivity Grant.
The Key Fund uses Business Productivity Grant to put more time into investees
The Key Fund knew for some time that they wanted to invest in a tailored system.
Precision engineering firm excels itself with Business Sheffield support
Andy Sorsby supported TTS Precision Engineering LTD to purchase new machinery to help improve lead times and future-proof the business.
Business Productivity Programme helps Blake UK tune in to new phase of growth
Business Sheffield's Andy Sorsby helps Blake UK with a successful application for a Business Productivity Grant.
Leaf & Shoot
The first hydroponic, underground, organic farm in Sheffield.
Mobile Power
From Sheffield to Sub-Saharan Africa
A Vietnamese coffee idea
Now with two locations in the city
Sheffield Candle Co.
Going it alone doesn't mean you don't have support
A love for cheese
That turned into an award winning success
Womanthology
Entrepreneurial activity in diversity
The Bare Alternative
Sustainability at the core
Forest Dogs
A little idea that grew bigger
Avian Hangliding
Niche doesn't mean small
Ferrio
Tech solutions that needed growth
Meet our advisors
The Business Sheffield team is made up of a wide array of specialists who you can speak to directly to get support, advice and help.
