Support Providers Directory

The British Business Bank provides clear, impartial guidance on angel investment as part of its wider mission to make finance markets work better across the UK

The Angel Investment Network is an online platform that connects UK entrepreneurs seeking funding with private investors to support early-stage and growing businesses

Bexhill Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of local businesses across Bexhill and the surrounding area

The British Business Bank is a government-owned economic development bank that works to improve access to finance for smaller businesses across the UK

BIPC Sussex is part of the national Business and Intellectual Property Centre network, offering free and accessible business support services from libraries across Sussex

Digital Boost is a free platform designed to help small businesses and charities improve their digital skills and grow online

The Business Growth Service offers access to trusted information, expertise and services for all businesses across the UK, and signposts to the East Sussex Growth Hub for local support

Co-operatives UK is the national membership body supporting co-operative and community-owned businesses across the UK

Create South East is part of the national Create Growth Programme, designed to support high-potential creative businesses across the region

We Are Creative UK is the national support body for the UK’s creative industries

Crowborough Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses across Crowborough and the surrounding area

Digital Catapult is the UK’s leading agency for advanced digital technology innovation

Eastbourne UnLtd Chamber of Commerce supports a diverse mix of businesses across Eastbourne and the surrounding area

EDEAL provides business support to Eastbourne-based entrepreneurs and small businesses

“Powering the High Street” is a national business support programme aimed at helping small independent retailers across the UK adapt and thrive in a changing retail landscape

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is a UK-wide membership organisation that champions the interests of small businesses and the self-employed

The Find a Grant service is the UK government’s central directory for publicly funded grant opportunities

Grow with Google is an initiative designed to help individuals and businesses across the UK build digital skills, boost employability, and unlock growth opportunities.

The Hailsham Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses in and around Hailsham

The Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce is a well-established network supporting businesses across Hastings, St Leonards and the surrounding area

Heathfield Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses in Heathfield and the surrounding area

A management programme designed to unlock business potential by supporting small business leaders in developing strategic and leadership capabilities

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is the UK’s national funding agency for research and innovation

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) is a professional membership body that supports over 190,000 chartered accountants and students worldwide

The Institute of Directors (IoD) is a UK-wide membership organisation supporting business leaders, directors and decision-makers.

The University of Brighton delivers Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) as part of a national programme funded by Innovate UK

Let’s Do Business Finance is a not-for-profit organisation supporting small and medium-sized enterprises

Rise 2.0 is a dedicated business support programme for Hastings based businesses, delivered by Let’s Do Business Group

Lewes Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses across Lewes and the surrounding area

The Lewes District Start-Up Programme is designed to support people who are in the early stages of starting a business or have been trading for less than two years.

Providing support to the manufacturing sector to grow through digital technologies, innovation and skills

Make UK is the national voice of the UK’s manufacturing sector, representing and supporting manufacturers of all sizes across a wide range of industries

Newhaven Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses in Newhaven and the surrounding area

Newhaven Enterprise Zone (NEZ) is a strategic regeneration initiative designed to unlock business growth and attract investment into the town

Peacehaven Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses in Peacehaven and the surrounding area

The Remanufacturing Catalyst is a business support initiative from the University of Brighton, designed to help SMEs in the South East explore circular economy opportunities

Rye Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses in Rye and the surrounding area

Seaford Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses in Seaford and the surrounding area

Helping small businesses tackle late payment and get paid on time

The South East Cyber Resilience Centre (SECRC), backed by the Home Office and policing, helps businesses protect themselves from online threats

Whether you are looking to start up a business or want to grow, the British Business Bank offers Government-backed start up loans of up to £25,000 alongside mentoring and support

Sussex Chamber of Commerce is a business membership organisation that provides a wide range of support and information for businesses in the Sussex area

Sussex Innovation Centre is a business support organisation based at the University of Sussex

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is the UK’s official authority on cyber security, providing guidance and resources to help businesses stay secure online.

East Sussex Trading Standards is responsible for protecting consumers and supporting fair trading across the county

The TRANSFORM project offers free, expert support to help East Sussex businesses make the most of apprenticeships and funded training opportunities

Uckfield Chamber of Commerce is an active and well-established business network supporting enterprises in and around Uckfield

The UK Export Academy is a government-backed training programme designed to help UK businesses build the skills, confidence and knowledge needed to export successfully

UK Export Finance (UKEF) is the UK government’s export credit agency, providing financial support to help UK businesses sell to overseas markets

The University of Brighton offers a range of business services designed to support innovation, collaboration, and growth

The Wellbeing at Work programme, run by East Sussex County Council, supports local employers to create healthier, happier workplaces