Cumbria Accelerator

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🏆 Applications for the 2027 King's Awards for Enterprise are now open!The King's Awards for Enterprise recognise outstan...
17/07/2026

🏆 Applications for the 2027 King's Awards for Enterprise are now open!

The King's Awards for Enterprise recognise outstanding UK businesses making an impact through innovation, international trade, sustainability, and promoting opportunity through social mobility.

The awards are free to enter, open to businesses of all sizes and sectors, and you can apply for more than one category.

If you're thinking of applying, you can watch Enterprising Cumbria’s webinar which covers:

✅ Who can apply
✅ The award categories
✅ What makes a strong application
✅ Common pitfalls to avoid
✅ Key dates

Watch our webinar here: https://youtu.be/n3Pgew8ZhaY?si=s5-BxzFJVyz9t0rX

Applications close on 8th September 2026.

Find out more: https://enterprisingcumbria.org.uk/latest-news-4/2026/applications-open-kings-awards-enterprise-2027

📅 New date announced!If managing your business finances feels overwhelming, this practical online workshop is designed t...
16/07/2026

📅 New date announced!

If managing your business finances feels overwhelming, this practical online workshop is designed to help.

Join Sue Reeve on Monday 7th September for Finances Made Easy: All Things Finance in 90 Minutes a Week – a fully funded, jargon-free session that will help you take control of your finances with a simple six-step weekly routine.

You'll leave with:

✅ A practical system you can start using straight away
✅ A digital finance checklist and supporting resources
✅ Your first 90-minute bookkeeping session already planned

📅 Monday 7th September 2026
🕐 1:00pm–2:30pm
💻 Online
🎟️ Fully funded (one place per business)

Places are limited, so book your free place today here: https://enterprisingcumbria.org.uk/upcoming-events-0

Still relying on outdated processes?For SME manufacturers, outdated processes and manual ways of working can quietly hol...
14/07/2026

Still relying on outdated processes?

For SME manufacturers, outdated processes and manual ways of working can quietly hold back productivity, increase costs, and limit growth potential.

If you're ready to improve efficiency, modernise operations, or explore smarter ways of working, support is available through Cumbria Accelerator.

This is for manufacturing businesses looking to strengthen performance, reduce inefficiencies, and build a more scalable way of operating.

Take the next step and explore what support could look like for your business.

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Donna Dacre, Business Advisor with the Cumbria Accelerator programme, recently attended Tech Tuesday at Furness Business...
10/07/2026

Donna Dacre, Business Advisor with the Cumbria Accelerator programme, recently attended Tech Tuesday at Furness Business Hub alongside several local businesses she supports. The event, supported by Enterprising Cumbria, provided an opportunity for businesses to explore how emerging technologies and AI can help drive innovation and growth.

This month's speaker, Jonny Williams from CandoFM, shared how AI is being used across a range of projects and activities within Furness Broadcast Media Ltd CIC (CandoFM).

Highlights included Tommy the Pigeon, an AI-assisted animation telling the story of the wartime pigeon awarded the prestigious Dickin Medal for bravery. The project has also been brought to life through the Dalton Trail Innovation Project, where visitors can scan interpretation boards to unlock augmented reality content and experience Tommy's remarkable story in an engaging new way.

Jonny also demonstrated how AI is helping automate routine tasks within CandoFM, freeing up valuable volunteer time and supporting community engagement activities.

It was an insightful session showcasing how AI can enhance creativity, preserve local heritage and improve organisational efficiency.

Head over to Tech District Cumbria to find out more about future events.

Lucy & Donna are at The Bridge until 3pm today, ready to chat with local businesses about the support available through ...
10/07/2026

Lucy & Donna are at The Bridge until 3pm today, ready to chat with local businesses about the support available through the Cumbria Accelerator Business Support Programme.

Whether you’re looking to grow your business, explore new opportunities, or simply find out what’s available, pop in and have a conversation – they’re here to help!

Can’t make it today? No problem. They’ll be back Friday 24th July, from 10am–3pm, so you’ll have another opportunity to drop in and learn more.

We look forward to seeing you!

Come and chat to the Cumbria Accelerator Business Support Team at The Bridge, Barrow-in-Furness. Whether you're looking ...
07/07/2026

Come and chat to the Cumbria Accelerator Business Support Team at The Bridge, Barrow-in-Furness.

Whether you're looking to grow, improve how your business operates, or explore new opportunities, drop in every second Friday and chat to us about the support available through the Cumbria Accelerator Programme.

📍 The Bridge, Barrow-in-Furness
🕙 10am–3pm
📅 Every fortnight, starting this Friday, 10th July.

No booking required; just pop in and say hello.

A brilliant day at The Cumbrian Catalyst Business Growth Bootcamp.The speakers were exceptional, sharing practical, thou...
02/07/2026

A brilliant day at The Cumbrian Catalyst Business Growth Bootcamp.

The speakers were exceptional, sharing practical, thought-provoking insights into how AI and modern marketing are transforming the way SMEs can grow. Every session was packed with real-world examples, actionable advice, and ideas that could be put into practice straight away.

A great event with plenty of valuable takeaways. Thanks to everyone who shared their expertise and made the day such a worthwhile experience.

The Business Support team is here at the Cumbria Catalyst Marketing and AI Bootcamp. Looking forward to a great day of l...
02/07/2026

The Business Support team is here at the Cumbria Catalyst Marketing and AI Bootcamp.

Looking forward to a great day of learning, networking, and exploring how AI can support business growth.

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📌 One week to go: Preventing Burnout While Maintaining PerformanceWorking longer hours isn't the answer.Join leadership ...
30/06/2026

📌 One week to go: Preventing Burnout While Maintaining Performance

Working longer hours isn't the answer.

Join leadership consultant Laura Cadman for an interactive online workshop exploring how to recognise and prevent burnout while sustaining high performance.

You'll learn how to:

✅ Understand the difference between stress and burnout
✅ Spot the early warning signs
✅ Build practical resilience strategies
✅ Create a simple personal action plan

Ideal for business owners, managers, and teams looking to perform at their best without compromising their wellbeing.

Led by Laura Cadman, Leadership and Business Strategist, combining real world expertise with behavioural science.

📅 Tuesday 7 July 2026
🕙 10:00am to 11:30am
💻 Online

👉 Secure your place: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/114926

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