Support for businesses

Your Business. Accelerated.

Cumbria Accelerator helps businesses across Cumbria grow with confidence.

Whether you’re looking to increase sales, improve efficiency, modernise processes or plan your next stage of growth, our advisors provide practical, tailored support designed around your business and its ambitions.

Through a network of trusted business support partners, the programme gives businesses access to highly experienced advisors and specialists at the top of their field. Support is tailored to each business and can include expert advice, practical guidance and help identifying opportunities for growth and improvement, with no cost to the business.

Supporting Businesses Across Cumbria

Over 1,200 businesses across Cumbria have already accessed support through the programme, spanning sectors including manufacturing, hospitality, retail, professional services, health, creative industries and more.

Areas of Support

Support may include:

• Business growth and strategy support
• Marketing and customer growth
• Productivity and operational improvements
• Recruitment and workforce challenges
• Financial and cashflow planning
• Technology and digital adoption

Growth Canvas Report

Businesses can also access a personalised Growth Canvas report, providing a bespoke SWOT analysis and practical roadmap for growth. Normally priced at £699 + VAT, this is available fully funded through the Cumbria Accelerator programme.

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Cumbria Connect to Work Programme

Our 'Connect to Work' programme is helping people across Cumbria move into meaningful employment by bringing together individuals, employers and support organisations.

If you're looking for work or need help returning to employment, our team offers personalised, fully-funded support to help you find and keep a job that works for you.

If you're an employer, Connect to Work can help you expand your workforce and make a real difference in your community by connecting you with local talent and support networks.

Referrals for the programme will open in January 2026.

Find out more about Connect to Work