Our business partners
We are working in partnership with the following organisations to deliver business support in Bexley, supporting the local economy by helping our small and medium-sized businesses to become more resilient, prosper and grow.
Business Support Delivery Partners, Business Partners and Town Centre Partner Organisations
CNT Associates
Business Support & Fundraising
CNT Associates was established in 2003 and support SMEs with writing grant applications, funding bids and tenders to access grants, loans, contracts and social investment. They also provide business support to help organisations, businesses and charities start-up, manage growth and develop their services.
CNT Associates have been commissioned to deliver a package of business support including 1-2-1 business coaching, webinars and group sessions via the Talking Business programme. If you are interested in accessing support via Talking Business, please complete an enquiry form.
For more information
CPG Executive Consulting
CPG Executive Consulting offer a 360-degree business ecosystem for small businesses and entrepreneurs looking to start a business. Their team of experienced advisors deliver targeted support to help entrepreneurs and pre-start businesses improve their digital skills, develop a business plan and access funding and resources to start a business.
CPG have been contracted by the London Borough of Bexley's BBE team to deliver 1-2-1 support and group workshops to entrepreneurs and pre-start businesses within the borough via the Talking Business programme.
If you are interested in accessing support offered by CPG, please fill out the initial enquiry form.
Retail Revival
Town Centres Retail & Hospitality Business Support
Retail Revival Ltd launched in 2009 and quickly established a reputation for delivering creative solutions to modern issues affecting Britain’s high streets. They deliver a frenetic and varied portfolio of contracts for an extensive client base.
Retail Revival is led by Sally Williams who is supported by a team of gifted industry experts.
Retail Revival have been commissioned to deliver a package of business support including 1-2-1 business coaching, workshops and town centre events via the Talking Business programme. If you are a Town-Centre based hospitality or retail business interested in accessing support via Talking Business, please complete an enquiry form.
For more information
Email: sally@retailrevival.org.uk
South East Enterprise
The programme provides free support to enable local small and medium sized businesses to grow online using digital and social media, encouraging participants to adopt practices that will help them to build resilience. Consisting of one-to-one e-business advice supported by a programme of courses including popular social media platforms, Cyber security, video, YouTube and much more.
The programme builds on the foundation of a digital marketing strategy that will teach the business owner about appropriate messaging and security to build online communities to sell to. Your e-business adviser will show you how to implement these new practices in your business.
Bexley Libraries
Bexley Libraries offer free access to Business information services including COBRA and Career Active to those who live and work within the borough.
Meeting rooms and event spaces within several of the libraries are also available for hire.
Federation of Small Businesses
Start-up, self-employed, or running a small business? With savings on business tools, local networking, and an influential voice in government, find out how the Federation of Small Businesses can support and protect your business.
Grow London Local
Whether you’re a hairdresser, wholesaler, mechanic or any kind of small business owner, Grow London Local gives you access to expert business support. It’s online or in person and designed for small businesses just like yours.
Grow London Local can help you with:
- Learning how to access the business finance you need
- Finding marketing support to help boost your sales
- Upskill your team or yourself if you are not sure where to start
- And anything else to grow your business
Peabody - Thamesmead Now
Peabody is a not-for-profit housing association that works with residents to create affordable homes and inclusive communities where people can flourish.
Based at their local development, known as Thamesmead Now, a variety of support mechanisms are in place via online and in-person channels for residents looking to access enterprise support.
The Economic Inclusion team hold a monthly business forum sharing information about training, tender opportunities, procurement, funding, events, community, and commercial premises accessible via Peabody.
For more information
Property Advice Service
Are you an SME looking for or occupying premises in Greater London?
Perhaps you are experiencing challenges with your commercial property such as:
- Negotiating a new lease with your landlord
- You have a rent review coming up and you do not agree with the new rent figure proposed by the landlord
- You do not understand business rates and what relief schemes are available
- You have rent arrears and are struggling to come to an arrangement with your landlord to clear these
- Your landlord is proposing to evict you or not extend your lease
- You are confused about the new energy efficiency rating
And much more – then register to this programme to get free help and advice through our commercial property expert.
South East London Chamber of Commerce
The South East London Chamber of Commerce has been in business for over 130 years, serving as a leading voice for all businesses across the region.
The Chamber works in partnership with the five boroughs of Royal Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley, Bexley, and Croydon - giving businesses the opportunity to reach out and network with new members.
Members of the Chamber enjoy many benefits for their business, a couple include: free access to legal, tax and HR advice through their Chamber Protect. Additional benefits are also included through their affiliation to the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the British Chambers of Commerce.
The Engine House Bexley
The Engine House is a thriving creative ecosystem in the heart of Bexley. With over 50,000 sq. ft of flexible studio and office space, The Engine House has more than 50 modern studios and fixed desk spaces with an in-house business development team that can provide a professional home for a range of entrepreneurs.
The Engine House Bexley has a dedicated group of expert graphic designers and CAD technicians who work in partnership with their specialist in-house business development team. Their combined skills and expertise can cater to businesses from across a range of industries, from niche to the mainstream.
Watch as their team takes your concept idea and turns it into a reality with the use of CAD design and the latest innovations in 3D printing. Using their proven experience, the business development team will support you as you explore options for branding, investment, promotion, and mass production for maximum impact.
Meeting rooms and event spaces at The Engine House are also available for hire.
For more information
Bexleyheath Business Improvement District
Bexleyheath Business Partnership Ltd was set up by local businesses in 2011 as a Business Improvement District (BID).
Business Improvement Districts are business-led organisations set up in defined areas by like-minded business people, who work together to positively improve their local trading environment.
The BID is funded by a small ‘levy’ on businesses within the area, based on the rateable value of their property. This money is used to promote Bexleyheath, to enhance the experience for visitors, to enable businesses to work together and to provide services to reduce business overheads. BID services are additional to those provided by the Council, Police and other providers.
Blackfen Community Group and Community Library
At the heart of the community, Blackfen Community Library and Rooted Coffee House provide a home away from home for local people and businesses.
Their motto is ‘A Big Hello’ – a warm greeting and welcoming space for everyone in the community. They operate a community hub alongside providing a full library service with a whole world of books, they also offer activities for people of all ages each week.
Erith Town Centre Partnership
Erith Town Centre Partnership are a group of diverse businesses, charities and local people that deliver projects within Erith Town Centre.
They are made up of different sector organisations including retail, leisure, culture, hospitality, faith, heritage, voluntary, housing, green spaces, health and the local authority.
As a partnership, they serve the Erith community, identifying and tackling challenges in creating a thriving town together.
Discover Welling and Welling Town Business Associates (WTBA)
Discover Welling work with business and residents aiming to make people aware of community events, projects and markets happening in Welling.
Welling Town Business Associates work closely with businesses in Welling to provide support and act as liaison between businesses and the Council.
For more information
Sidcup Partners Business Improvement District
Sidcup Partners’ objective is to ensure Sidcup is attractive, well-presented and well looked after by working with local businesses and community partners.
Supporting Sidcup-based business and attracting new businesses and investment to the town is the BID’s primary goal.
The BID is funded by a small ‘levy’ on businesses within the area, based on the rateable value of their property. This money is used to promote Sidcup, to enhance the experience for visitors, to enable businesses to work together and to provide services to reduce business overheads. BID services are additional to those provided by the Council, Police and other providers.