Accommodation providers can enjoy FREE sustainability business support with a launch event taking place in Southport this March.
Thanks to Government funding, InvestSefton is working with environmental consultants Groundwork to give local firms in the borough the help they need.
To find out more about the support available you are welcome at a free sustainability launch event at Waterfront Southport Hotel, Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ, on Tuesday 12th March 2024 from 10.30am – 12pm.
If you are interested in attending please book your place here.
An InvestSefton spokesperson said: “Did you know that the new Marine Lake Events Centre in Southport is expected to boost the local economy by £18 million each year?
“But is your business ready to meet the needs of the new customers?
“According to a Booking.com survey, 80% of travellers say sustainability is important to them.
“If you’re unsure how to elevate your sustainability game, want to attract new customers and access grants, Groundwork is here to help.
“Thanks to support from InvestSefton, Groundwork’s sustainability consultants are on hand to help 60 businesses develop a bespoke sustainability action plan and provide wrap-around support for free.
“We expect the businesses supported will save money and will be in the best position to attract new customers in the future.
“You’ll get access to:
1-2-1 support to develop your sustainability plan
Webinars, local events and networking
Signposting to local grant schemes
“Join us for an enlightening event that will empower you to embrace sustainability in your accommodation business.
“Learn from experts, hear inspiring stories from businesses reaping the benefits of sustainability, and gain access to free support from Groundwork’s sustainability consultants. Start your journey towards a greener, more sustainable future with us.”
When: Tuesday 12th March 2024, 10.30am – 12.00pm
Where: Hesketh Suite, Waterfront Southport Hotel, Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ
Agenda:
10:30am – Registration opens for free sustainability support. Enjoy a warm welcome with tea, coffee, and pastries.
10:45am – Discover the economic opportunities that sustainability can bring to Sefton with Tracy Holgate from Meet Southport.
10:55am – Learn practical pathways and best practices to become a sustainable accommodation provider from Eleanor Carter, a Sustainable Business Consultant at Groundwork.
11:30am – Hear from Hive 52 B&B as they share their sustainability journey. A real-life case study that will inspire and motivate.
11:45am – Learn how to access free support from Greville Kelly, Director of Business at Groundwork.
InvestSefton is Sefton Council’s enterprise, business support and inward investment service. It offers free information and advice and access to a wide range of services. It is there to help any business, of any size, in any sector.
People wanting to find out more about how the InvestSefton can help support their business, can visit www.investsefton.com or contact the team on 0151 934 3452 or investsefton@sefton.gov.uk
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