Dacorum's Den & Supporting Local Businesses – with Christy Evans

Описание: Christy Evans, the Place Officer for Economic Development at Dacorum Borough Council, joins Ben Baldwin on this episode of Berko & Beyond to shed light on the resources available for local businesses.

First up is Maylands Business Centre, a fantastic hub offering support from workshops to flexible office spaces, perfect for those just starting out or looking to expand.

Listeners will get a glimpse into Dacorum’s Den, a unique competition designed to help small businesses secure funding, which has distributed over £114,000 in grants to local entrepreneurs over the past 12 years. Christy touches on the current challenges facing businesses, from rising costs to recruitment hurdles, while emphasising the importance of community collaboration.

This episode is a goldmine for anyone interested in the local business landscape or seeking support in their entrepreneurial journey.

Chapters:
00:37 - Building the Community
06:48 - The Role of Business Centers in Supporting Local Economies
10:40 - Collaborative Growth in Local Business
26:05 - Decorum's Den: A New Opportunity for Small Businesses
34:27 - Introduction to Local Business Support Initiatives

Hosted by local business owner Ben Baldwin (Chuffed Productions) each episode of Berko and Beyond features relaxed conversations with business owners, leaders, creators, entrepreneurs and community leaders from Berkhamsted and the surrounding area. If you’re interested in the people behind the businesses, projects and initiatives making things happen in this part of the world, this podcast is for you.

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