Business
Croydon’s transport links and enterprise-friendly environment have proved a powerful draw for businesses in the UK and abroad. International businesses such as Nestle and Bank of America have made their bases here. There are over 13,000 businesses in Croydon including, in the service centre, such big names as AIG, BT and pubic sector organisations. There is a varied manufacturing side too - some high tech companies are based here.
The Croydon Enterprise programme is also doing much good work to help set up new businesses, and support their growth with free training, competitive development loans and a range of support that is tailored to the individual business’ need. And in 2007 Croydon’s business-friendly environment so impressed the judges of Enterprising Britain that they rated the town London’s most enterprising place.
Another powerful force for business is Croydon Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID) which is investing in attracting shoppers and improving the retail environment with a range of activities and initiatives including an enhanced cleaning regime and a number of anti crime measures.
The BID represents approximately 580 companies working in partnership with key stakeholders including local businesses, Croydon Council and the Metropolitan Police.
International business services
Are you an established business owner in the UK market who wants to expand your customer base overseas? If so, international trade could help increase your revenue and profit. If you are thinking about importing or exporting, the Croydon Enterprise programme can offer you a range of free support, including:
- Specialist training and events on international trade
- Advice from specialist international trade consultants
- Opportunities to network and share best practice with like-minded businesses.
Click here to see our upcoming programme of Croydon Enterprise events.
Inspire South London programme
Inspire South London is a free initiative, funded by the European Union, to advise your business on how to implement simple cost effective methods to drive down costs and improve your environmental performance. Programme benefits include:
- Learn how to create environmental policies and procedures
- Increase tender opportunities for your business
- Save money on energy and water bills and manage your waste efficiently
- Gain tips to motivate your workforce and follow your environmental goals
- Invaluable opportunities to network with like-minded businesses
- Access advice on how to apply for available funding opportunities.
Click here to see our upcoming programme of Croydon Enterprise events.
Youth Enterprise
Aged 16-24? Thinking of starting a business? Or, perhaps you’re already in business?
Get in touch with the business advisors at Croydon Enterprise. We can help you on a number of things to do with your business, whether you need advice on writing a business plan, applying for funding or ideas for how to market your business effectively.
Call us today on 020 8680 6161or email enterprise@croydonedc.co.uk