Wakefield First Business Support

At Wakefield First, we are passionate about you and your business. Our team provide free independent support to new and existing businesses across the Wakefield District. We can provide your business with a range of business support including access to funding, 1-2-1 business growth advice and start-up support.  

Our experienced team will connect you to the right support whether that be through ourselves or introducing you to other relevant support programmes whatever sector your business operates in.  

So, if you're an established company looking to develop or a small start-up eager to get your idea off the ground, Wakefield First can help. Get in touch with our team to access free, unbiased, inclusive support: businesssupport@wakefield.gov.uk 

Wakefield Is The Place For Business

Starting a Business

Starting a Business

We can help you start your business journey,

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Growing Your Business

Growing Your Business

Find the support to grow your business.

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Skills and Training

Skills & Training

Develop existing skills and gain new abilities.

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Events

Events

Workshops, webinars, training and more.

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