Start-up

“I understood how to realistically make a business plan, but the support from the Chamber opened my eyes to a depth of it that I didn’t see. There are things you don’t know a…"

“We went in with such big ideas that we thought were achievable but in reality weren’t. The advisers were great at making us think realistically.”

“The level of knowledge and professionalism from the advisers, plus their encouragement and support, really helped me at the crucial early stages. I can’t emphasise enough m…"

“I don’t think the shop would be up and running as successfully as it is without the support I received from St Helens Chamber. “I am still fully supported by the Chamber …"

“I was referred to St Helens Chamber on the New Enterprise Allowance (NEA) and it was the best thing that ever happened to me. After being referred, I landed at St Helens Chamber…"

” The courses were really useful and covered things that I hadn’t even considered like how to do accounts. The course gave me an overview and helped me to get started.”

“The process of going through the Chamber was great. I’ve always worked in St Helens and was aware of the Chamber, but didn’t know how big it was. The whole process was seaml…"

“The workshops helped me move forward. Before I completed the workshops I felt like I was stuck in a cul-de-sac, now I feel that the door is open. The staff at the Chamber were a…"

“The support from the Business Start Up team helped me immensely. I was guided through every step of the application for NEA and my business plan. The backup I got from the 4 wor…"