Cultural Business Support

Cultural Business Support

Fully Funded Business Support for Cultural Businesses

We are delighted to have been awarded UK Government Shared Prosperity Funding to support Cultural businesses with a unique blend of both 1-2-1 support and Business development workshops. 

Creating opportunities for Networking and peer to peer support, as well as expert business advice. 

Are you a Cultural business?

Cultural businesses include, but are not exclusive to:

  • Craft
  • Design
  • Marketing
  • Publishing
  • Museums, libraries & galleries
  • Music, performance & visual arts
  • Film, TV & radio
  • Photography
  • Software (inc Computer Games)

If you think you are a cultural/creative business you probably are. Please contact us and make the most of this opportunity.

Would you benefit from

  • Project management & creating systems, structures & processes
  • Business advice and guidance
  • Financial mapping, scale ability & growth
  • Mentoring & Coaching – someone to bounce your ideas with
  • Sales Processes including marketing and social media
  • Set new goals and actions – to develop you and your business

Our team of experts in their fields are available to support you. We have been awarded UK Share Prosperity Funding to support you at no cost to your business.

Over 55 businesses have already benefited from the support available.

Workshops

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Up and coming workshops

Venue: Bloom Space Hereford
  • 14th August – Basic Canva Skills
  • 18th September – An introduction to using video in your marketing
  • 16th October – Finance – understanding business structure and digitalising your accounts
  • 22nd November – Exploring funding applications and opportunities
  • 11th December – Creating a social media strategy
  • 15th January – Business planning and development
  • 12th February – Networking Event

All workshops include time to network with other business leaders, sharing resources and experience. You can also quiz our consultants with all the business questions and queries you have.

Workshop outlines

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Basic Canva Skills – 14th August

Delivered by: Gemma Johnson
 
If you’re not already using Canva, why not give it a try?

For small lean businesses Canva allows you to produce your own branding and marketing materials. You can create logos, social media posts, presentation decks, and leaflets using predesigned templates or using the tools to create unique designs. Come to this workshop to learn the basics and get started.

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An Introduction to Using Video in Your Marketing – 18th September

Your host: Gemma Johnson
Delivered by: Dan Barker of Dan Barker Studios
 
Dan will take you through the process of planning and creating effective videos for your marketing.

Discover the goldmine of video content within your business.

Including how you could use video to help your business and plan your videos, with an introduction to how to film, edit and upload your own videos.

Finance Workshop

Finance – 16th October

Your host: Gemma Johnson
Delivered by: Sarah Kaye and Jay Strange of RJ Francis Co
 
Sarah and Jay will take you through some financial processes which are fundamental to your business.

Choosing a business structure for your business.

Understanding the benefits of using software and automation for your bookkeeping process

Demonstration of automation software in action – including hints and tips

Business Development Workshop

Social Media – 11th December

Hosted By : Gemma Johnson
Delivered by: Jack McCaughtrie
 
Creating a social media strategy

Including understanding your target audience, selecting the right social media platform for you, competitor analysis, Social media and digital marketing plan – setting objectives and developing a clear messaging, audience growth and engagement.

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Business planning and development – 15th January

Hosted by : Gemma Johnson
Delivered by: Jon Johnson 
 
Learn the fundamental principles of business development to lay a strong foundation for your venture.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your strategy, this workshop will equip you with practical insights and actionable steps to succeed in the competitive business landscape.

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Networking event- 12th February

Hosted by Jon & Gemma Johnson 
 
Celebrating the end of the project and creating lasting connections

This will be a fantastic event where all businesses and stakeholders involved in the Project will be invited to celebrate, connect and form lasting relationships to aid the growth and development of Cultural Businesses across Herefordshire.

Can we support you?

We are passionate about seeing businesses and people thrive, grow and develop. You can book in a 15 minute call and see how we may be able to support you.
 
Simply fill in the form below and we can arrange a call. 

Testimonials

"It has been great to have a wise head to throw our situation, dreams and frustrations at to discuss, make sense of and plan a way forward."

Business Owner SME (Retail)

"I have found working with Jon supportive and inspirational; guiding me through a difficult period and helping me to make clear decisions that have had a positive effect in my work life. My personal life has been strengthened and I have gained tools that will live with me forever."

Head Teacher Primary School

"Before meeting Jon, I was struggling to see the wood for the trees. However, having met with him on several occasions he understood me and my business quickly which allowed us to create a clear business path promoting on my key objectives of growth and strengthen for the business."

Elwyn Roberts Managing Director, Durabase

“A Mountain Experience day gives you really valuable time spent away from the office with no unwanted distractions. It gives you time so you can evaluate, appraise, and consider new opportunities and areas of potential! This was what I was hoping to get from the day - so a great result!”

Ian Woodley Astound Studios

"The service Jon has provided to our charity and me as a Director, has not only been beneficial but quite revolutionary. It has been a great place for support and guidance. Receiving bespoke training, mentoring and advice in this role has really helped with Governance and leading teams, and volunteers."

Esther Branco Dias The Purim Trust UK

"Working with Jon has been hugely beneficial for me. With his help, I have been able to focus on the areas of my business that I enjoy and bring in more revenue, outsourcing tasks which I had convinced myself that only I could do."

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Get in touch with us to book your introductory meeting