100 results for the term ‘large businesses’
Sean Clarke - High Street Business Advisor
Meet Sean Clarke, recent recruit to our High Street Business support team looking after all things on the High Street.
Comprehensive support for businesses on all our high streets.
Business Sheffield is here to support retail and hospitality business on each of our 40 local high streets.
Grobotic Systems Case Study
Alexis Moschopoulos came up with the idea for Grobotic Systems as an academic in the field of plant science. He felt the that the expensive and inefficient equipment he had to use to grow plants for experiments was holding back progress in his field. After several years of discussion and experimentation with his friend Richard Banks, an electronics engineer and maker, the pair founded Grobotic Systems in 2018.
Pendo: A business in a city on the international stage
It’s not just locals who spot the potential our vibrant city has to offer. International companies are now calling Sheffield home too, thanks to the world-class talent, resources, and opportunities available. And that’s exactly what happened with Pendo.
Shift to shopping local challenges High Street Businesses
Hear from Sally Pepper on how the shift towards shopping local presents some challenges for retail businesses to tackle.
Steel Cauldron Case Study
It's been a trying time to start a new business; and Rob and Nikki have really valued the support of Sally Pepper, Business Information Officer with Business Sheffield.
Boeing: joining forces with the world's largest aerospace company
Sheffield is the only European factory for the world’s largest aerospace company, Boeing, with a multi-million pound investment bringing new jobs and providing the region’s businesses with new supply chain opportunities.
Recruitment Support for Hospitality Businesses
Recognising that hospitality businesses may find recruitment around reopening particularly challenging, Anne is here to help make sure you’re covering all the bases.
Bare Alternative
An aspiring entrepreneur who turned his back on a lucrative career in software development in a bid to do his bit for the environment has embarked upon a one man mission to transform the way we purchase everyday goods by banning plastic packaging from his eco-friendly shop.
Business Productivity Programme helps Blake UK tune in to new phase of growth
Business Sheffield's Andy Sorsby helps Blake UK with a successful application for a Business Productivity Grant.
Ferrio
Ferrio help businesses of any size and tech capability level connect their software applications and data.
How Business Sheffield Helped Olga and Asquith Diversify Their Product Range
Business Sheffield helped Olga & Asquith grow their brand by turning their Jamaican rum cake into a stout—through expert advice and a key introduction.
Nǎm Sông (Five Rivers)
A Sheffield based entrepreneur who brought a vision of Vietnam to the city is thriving after securing financial and business support from two City Region initiatives designed to support new and existing entrepreneurs.
Leaf and Shoot
A former builder who dreamed of the good life has transformed the forgotten underground vaults of Kelham Island into a haven for producing organic edible produce after calling on help from Launchpad, a unique programme which provides business support to new and aspiring entrepreneurs based in the Sheffield City Region.
Sheffield Business Awards 2021 shortlist now announced
The Sheffield Business Awards return on the Thursday 9 December and the 2021 Shortlist has now been announced.
Precision engineering firm excels itself with Business Sheffield support
TTS Precision Engineering LTD makes close tolerance parts for a wide variety of sectors, from steel rolling mills to aerospace, rail and automotive. Andy Sorsby supported TTS to purchase new machinery to help improve lead times and future-proof the business.
Alan Ball, business information officer
Meet Alan, one of our team of High Street specialists. He’s regularly out and about in his patches- the City Centre, City Road, Attercliffe Road, Tinsley, Page Hall, Totley and Dore.
The Key Fund uses Business Productivity Grant to put more time into investees
The Key Fund knew for some time that they wanted to invest in a tailored system, but the opportunity didn’t come until they heard about the Business Productivity Grant.
Landmark Sheffield hotel re-opens for business
A landmark Sheffield hotel has re-opened for business
Funding available for South Yorkshire businesses to switch to low carbon
Small businesses in and around Sheffield will soon benefit from a new Low Carbon Business Support Project, which will offer help in identifying, funding, and implementing measures to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Sheffield ranked as No.1 City in the UK to start a business
An annual ranking of the Top 25 Cities in the UK (outside of London) for starting a business, the Startups Cities Index is the most exhaustive research project of its kind. Sheffield was revealed as the ultimate winner, thanks to the city’s strong performance across business support, talent attraction, low cost of living, large working population and fantastic transport links.
Historic Leah’s Yard set for revival as creative hub for independent businesses
Leah’s Yard, a former 19th Century mesters works and one of Sheffield’s most important heritage buildings, is set for an exciting new future that will both honour and celebrate its rich industrial heritage as part of the Heart of the City regeneration programme.
Avian Hang Gliders Case Study
An engineer with a lifelong love of flying is spreading his wings into the world of business, after stepping in to secure the future of Britain’s only hang glider manufacturer.
Toranj International Halal Supermarket Case Study
Mohsin Farmanieh and his wife Fatemeh opened Toranj in the Moor Market in June 2021. COVID-19 made it a challenging time to open a new business, but far from being held back, the pair were keen to expand into a high street shop front.
Amici and Bici Case Study
Julian Gjini bought his café on Abbeydale Road when there were hardly any thriving businesses in the area, and has watched the independent business community grow to the point where Tesco is almost the only chain store on the street.
Papermill Case Study
As David puts it, “You know when you’re struggling with formatting in Word or Google Docs, and you end up wanting to throw your laptop out of the window in frustration? Papermill lets you focus on the content: you write what you want to, drop in other bits like images, tell Papermill what you want it to look like, and it does the rest.”
Yoga My Life Case Study
Farah-Naz Khan, a renowned holistic yoga therapist, trainer and social entrepreneur has dedicated her career to enabling people to take ownership of their own health and wellbeing.
Chapmans Case Study
Agricultural components manufacturer Chapmans has seen plenty of changes and challenges on its 30-year journey.
Creating a Brand for your business
Join us for this dynamic workshop where you’ll learn how to craft a unique and memorable brand that truly represents your business. We will take you on a journey to understand your target market and position your brand correctly. We will do this through a series of guided exercises that will help you work through all the components of your brand, so you can develop a cohesive, powerful brand that really connects with your audience.
Sheffield Cheesemakers
Sophie Williams founded Sheffield Cheesemasters, the city’s first artisan cheesemaking company in July 2017. Despite enjoying a successful career in IT security, Sophie was determined to create her dream business, based around her lifelong love of cheese.
Business Sheffield welcomes over 210 businesses to connect with Public Sector Buyers
We were joined by over 210 local businesses at Hallam Hall on Wednesday 8 October for the second Become a Supplier event, an informative session designed to help Sheffield businesses connect with public sector buyers and explore opportunities to work with local organisations.
Walkley Cottage Case Study
Matt Begley took over the Walkley Cottage in December 2020: bad timing, some might say, especially for his first time running a pub.
Womanthology
Womanthology is a digital magazine and professional community for women of all ages and backgrounds as they progress through their careers. It is powered by female energy and ingenuity. The platform champions positive female role models by sharing good news stories, best practice and wisdom from everyone, regardless of gender, collaborating to create a gender positive experience in the workplace.
Sheffield’s Business Response Group launch Business Recovery Plan
Sheffield’s Business Response Group have launched a new Business Recovery Plan that brings together civic, city and business leaders to address the impact of Covid-19 on Sheffield’s businesses and jobs.
Mubarak Hassan - Business Information Officer
Meet Mubarak Hassan. You would find Mubarak regularly out and about in his patches- Shalesmoor, Wicker, Spital Hill / Burngreave, Firth Park, Pagehall. Greenhill, Heeley, Nether Edge, Sharrow Vale and Abbeydale Road
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Know your target market
Feeling overwhelmed by marketing? Our 7-step guide for small business owners will help you start strong and target your ideal customers effectively.
Sheffield Candle Co.
A young entrepreneur is lighting up a bright new future for himself after sniffing out an opportunity to apply his creative flair to the age-old tradition of candle making by capturing the spirit of Sheffield in wax form.
How Excel Martial Arts saves £5,000 yearly with Business Sheffield’s Low Carbon Grant
At Business Sheffield, we’re committed to helping local organisations become more efficient, sustainable and resilient. Through our Low Carbon Grant, we support Sheffield businesses to lower their energy use, reduce running costs and reinvest their savings where it matters most.
The Jewellery Business
The Jewellery Business offers a range of classes to the public to learn jewellery making skills. They cater for beginners and also people who have some experience with jewellery making. They run some one off classes and also weekly classes and welcome all kinds of people to their friendly environment.
Ultimate Digital Selling Programme available to Sheffield Businesses
If you’re a business that needs to quickly get up to speed with online selling, you may be interested in a FREE selling programme currently on offer by Shelton Associates.
Business Sheffield Shares Impact Report from the Launchpad 3 Programm
Business Sheffield shares impact of Launchpad 3 programme. We’ve helped ambitious entrepreneurs set up and run successful businesses, supported SMEs under three years old, and micro businesses of any age, to take the next step and grow.
Pitch Decks: What’s The Big Deal?
Every different type of business has its own favoured route for presenting itself in the best light. Whereas traditional retailers might spend hours crafting the perfect ‘shop window display’ or product brochure, in the digital era, attention and resources are lavished on perfecting websites or indeed carefully curating an Instagram feed with on-brand imagery.
Anne Brennan, HR Business Consultant
Meet Anne, HR Business Consultant. With 20 plus years’ HR experience in the private sector, Anne offers pragmatic advice and practical support.
Forest Dogs
For many, the isolation and loneliness created by successive national and local lockdowns was alleviated by the pitter-patter of puppy paws, but as dog owners faced the prospect of returning to the workplace, a canine loving entrepreneur turned his passion for pooches into pounds after calling on help from Launchpad.
Mobile Power: From Sheffield to Sub-Saharan African
A sustainable and commercial business model, they provide power to over 100,000 people with bases in Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Nigeria. They expect to reach one million customers within the next three years.
Nick Shields – High Street Business Advisor
With over 30 years' experience spanning design, renovation, and brand strategy, I’ve worked across a wide mix of sectors – from interiors and property to sustainable development and community enterprise. I’ve co-founded retail businesses, led creative projects for everything from hydrogen energy to high street renewal, and I bring a hands-on, practical approach to supporting small businesses.
Access to Finance Sheffield: Grants, Loans, Microfinance and Equity Options for Local Businesses
Discover the key insights from Sheffield’s Access to Finance event, where local experts shared practical funding options including grants, loans, microfinance, equity, and more to help businesses grow.
Sheffield DJs launch ‘Sound Union’ to support local business
Two well known Sheffield DJs have been busy putting together a huge library of locally sourced music, recorded exclusively for local businesses.
Business
Whether you’re a digital SME, artisan producer, or in the FTSE 100 you’re in good company in Sheffield. Our business community is a crucible of ideas, skills and opportunity. No matter the size of your business or ambition, there's also a whole host of FREE support services available to help you thrive here.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Creating a Strong Brand that Appeals to your Target Audience
Struggling to define your target market? Understanding your brand values, mission, and identity is essential. Learn how to pinpoint your audience by asking the right questions and discover why appealing to everyone is never the goal. Join our free branding workshop to build a brand that truly resonates with your ideal customers.
Tech Scale Up Advisors expand across South Yorkshire
We are thrilled to announce the expansion of the Tech Scale Up Advisors programme by Business Sheffield, aimed at supporting tech businesses across South Yorkshire. This initiative, funded by TECH SY, will extend this service to Doncaster, Rotherham, and Barnsley, providing invaluable support to local tech startups and growing companies.
About The Economic Recovery Fund in Sheffield
The Economic Recovery Fund supported local businesses and organisations to get people visiting and spending money in their neighbourhoods. That meant anything from delivering events for businesses to connect with customers; creating exciting new features to draw people in; making the high street a nicer place to spend time; or something completely different. Solutions are designed by local people for local people, using their insight into what would work on their high street.
Libertine: Accelerating into a smarter future
Sheffield is now playing a part in the green energy revolution that’s gaining traction fast. As a power systems technology firm, Libertine is a key player in this rapidly changing movement.
FourJaw: Powering productivity in Sheffield and beyond
FourJaw is a cost-effective and easy to install product that’s essentially a fitness tracker for machines.
Help for local businesses
We know businesses of any kind need help, and Business Sheffield have the experience to do just that. We've been doing this for over 30 years and have helped more than 3500 businesses in one way or another.
Europe's largest purpose-built food hall announces opening date in Sheffield
Housing an exciting variety of inspiring world food vendors under one roof, Cambridge Street Collective promises a truly unique food hall experience in Sheffield, with 20 independent food partners.
Floyd Peltier - Business Advisor
Meet Floyd- recent recruit to our LaunchPad Business support team looking after all things start up.
Tecomet: growing leadership and management expertise
Tecomet, a medical device and aerospace manufacturer, concentrating on castings, forgings and machinery has benefited from support through the Invest Sheffield team, leading to a referral to the Sheffield City Region Skills Bank.
Sumo: Global player in the world of video games
Video games have a long heritage in Sheffield, from Gremlin back in the 80s to Sumo Digital today. And from its humble beginnings, Sumo Digital has grown into a world-beating, multi-award-winning studio since it was founded in 2003.
Management of the Tender Process
Unsure whether to bid for a tender? Our comprehensive checklist helps business owners assess deadlines, delivery capacity, and strategic fit—ensuring you invest in the right opportunities. Learn key factors to consider before submitting your tender bid.
Barkers Furniture
With support from the UKSPF Low Carbon Project, Barkers Furniture received a £19,000 grant for solar panels and ceiling insulation to help regulate the showrooms temperature efficiently and to reduce their carbon footprint. Hear more about their journey and the Low Carbon Project in the video.
McLaren: £100 million of GVA to the local economy by 2028.
The prestige of McLaren choosing our city is humbling and speaks for itself, but importantly for Sheffield it has also created approximately 200 jobs and will provide an estimated £100 million of GVA (gross value added) benefit to the local economy by 2028.
Europe's largest purpose-built food hall, Cambridge Street Collective opens in Sheffield
The newest chapter in Sheffield’s story as a thriving food destination – this venue is way more than just another food hall, complete with dedicated BBQ, sushi and counter-top dining spaces, four vibrant bars, AR Darts, children's play area and outdoor rooftop terraces, while also incorporating a cookery school and community kitchen.
Crystal Peaks Shopping Mall
Crystal Peaks Shopping Mall and Retail Park is nestled within 40 acres of green and pleasant surroundings just 7 miles from Sheffield City Centre. Originally opened in 1988 but having expanded considerably since, the centre offers a one-stop shopping experience with a growing range of familiar high street names including large retail stores, a bustling 100 stall covered Market Place and many other services including a library, Medical Centre, Health Club and even a Veterinary Surgery! All…
ERF - Events
Events are a powerful way to unite people, celebrate the unique qualities of our community, highlight the rich diversity of our neighbourhoods, and showcase the vibrant independent businesses that make our high streets special. Thanks to the Economic Recovery Fund, we've enjoyed a wealth of creative, dynamic events that have energised our high streets, drawn people together, and boosted support for our local businesses.
Move your business here
Whatever your business, Invest Sheffield is here to help get you connected to the right communities and organisations. From finding spaces for businesses to assisting with planning queries, supply chain links, recruitment, grant support and more.
Start or grow a business
Sheffield is a great place to start a business because it's big enough to feel like there's opportunity, but small enough to feel that you can make a difference. We have a strong business community with a genuine appreciation of local independents, a tech sector positioned for great collaboration and a rich manufacturing base.
Waterstones
Waterstones is a large national bookshop chain. The Sheffield branch can be found in Orchard Square in the city centre and sells a wide range of books.
The Sport, Health and Wellbeing sector in Sheffield
Sheffield has a number of distinct assets within the Sport, Health and Wellbeing arena and, thanks to the rich heritage in medical technology development, the city is home to one of the UK’s largest Medical Devices clusters. Our manufacturing expertise means we also have one of the largest concentrations of orthopaedic, medical device and surgical instrumentation companies in the UK.
Tracey Henstock - High Street Business Advisor
Meet Tracey, one of our team of High Street specialists. She’s regularly out and about in Chapel town, Ecclesfield, Banner Cross and Wood seed.
ERF - Street Scene
Street-scene improvements have proven to be immensely popular as part of ERF delivery. These enhancements range from practical additions like bins, benches, and planters to transformative elements such as parklets, shopfront upgrades, and even a green living wall - all funded through ERF support.
Tim Lindley - Hight Street Business Advisor
Meet Tim, our very own "Dragon Slayer". Tim covers areas including Kelham Island, Crosspool, Crystal Peaks, Abbeydale Road and London Road amongst others.
Razor: At the heart of digital in the North
It’s no longer about the big beating the small, but the fast beating the slow. And Razor are certainly at the front of the pack when it comes to digital transformation in the North.
Exciting Developments in Hillsborough’s Burgeoning Indie Scene
Over the last year (and despite the pandemic) Hillsborough has seen an influx of exciting new independent businesses, bringing a fresher feel and attracting new visitors to this reinvigorated part of Sheffield.
Opteran: Honeybee brains inspiring autonomous machines
Based on eight years of research into insect brains by Sheffield University’s Professor Marshall and Dr Cope, Opteran was then launched in 2020 as a spin-out from the university’s Department of Computer Science.
BJSS: Sheffield is a beacon of opportunity
"With Sheffield it’s a little bit different. You get close to Sheffield and realise things are going on, it feels like it’s on the cusp of starting to really explode, and it’s exciting to be in at this point.”
Sheffield entrepreneur scoops top accolade at FSB awards
Kirsty Smitten, 28, Sheffield, awarded for founding spin-out company making first new class of antibiotics in over 35 years
Submit your business venue attraction
Own or manage a business, venue or any kind of attraction in Sheffield? Think we should list it on the Welcome to Sheffield website? Submit it via this online form.
Sheffield Street listed second in the Top 10 Hotspots for indie shops
American Express and Shop Small commissioned research with GlobalData to reveal the top 10 UK high streets for independent shops, with Sheffield's Division /Devonshire Street placing second.
Grosvenor Casino Sheffield
Grosvenor Casino features gaming, entertainment, food and drink, all under one roof. If it's excitement you're after, test you poker face and play poker in their 110 seater poker room or take a seat for the very best in table gaming.
Conference Sector strong as an exciting Autumn programme kicks off in Sheffield
The start of the Autumn season coincides with the publication of the annual Sheffield Conference Sector Report (UKCAMS) which has revealed there was a significant increase in the amount of money visitors of conference and business events brought to the city in 2023.
Sheffield’s new independent retail hub, Leah's Yard opens to the public
The redeveloped Grade II* Listed Leah’s Yard on Cambridge Street has now opened its doors to the public, providing a contemporary city centre hub for some of Sheffield’s finest independent businesses.
Low Carbon - Sheffield Mencap & Gateway
With support from the Low Carbon Community and Culture Project, Sheffield Mencap and Gateway received a £20,000 grant to upgrade their heating system with new radiators and a new boiler and upgrade to energy efficient LED lighting.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Maximise Your Existing Customers
Did you know it costs 5 to 10 times more to acquire a new customer than to sell to an existing one? Loyal customers also spend around 67% more per order. Learn the 3 essential steps to maximize your existing customer base: staying connected, expanding business share, and showcasing your full range of offerings. Treat your current customers like the valuable assets they are
Andy Sorsby, growth advisor
Known for his pragmatic and practical advice Andy worked with hundreds of businesses during the pandemic to help with immediate cash flow issues and is now helping businesses to look at productivity, performance and digital challenges. He provides expert support on those tricky grant funding applications too.
ITM Power: Splitting water to power machines
ITM Power partnered with The University of Sheffield – world renowned for its expertise in energy innovation – to plan and fund a National Hydrogen Research Innovation and Skills Centre. It’s here they’ll research the safe and efficient manufacturing of hydrogen using low or zero carbon sources of energy.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Develop a Strategic Marketing Plan
Creating a marketing plan starts with defining SMART goals—specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Learn how to set clear objectives, choose effective strategies, and map out actionable steps for growth. This guide will help you build a customized plan to keep your business on track and moving forward.
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Implementing your Plan
Marketing is like a slow-running tap filling a bucket with a small leak—it requires consistency to keep your business growing. Learn why regular, manageable marketing efforts are essential to retain customers and maintain stability, and discover practical tips for implementing a sustainable marketing plan
The 7 Steps to Marketing Success - Staying Competitive
In a constantly changing world, standing still can leave your business behind. Learn how regular SWOT analysis and market research can help you stay competitive and anticipate industry changes. Discover practical tips to keep up with customers, competitors, and market trends for ongoing success.
