Funding & support resources

The Entrepreneurs’ Forum’s peer-to-peer mentoring programme confidentially connects members in order to share knowledge and experience.

UK's leading advanced digital technology innovation centre, driving early adoption, making UK businesses more competitive and productive.

The North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA) is an industry-led cluster group, established to support the economic sustainable growth and competitiveness of the sector in the North East of England.

Business development experts for the energy sector. NOF work on behalf of their members and their network of partners to put companies of all sizes in touch with the best and most innovative supply chain businesses in the UK.

'Do Business' Network (DBN) is a dynamic business network that gives hands-on, practical support to small businesses across the north east.

The Better Health at Work Award recognises the efforts of employers in the North East and Cumbria in addressing health issues within the workplace.

Expert advice and guidance, delivering fast and easy documentation for your exports.

Department for Business & Trade (DBT) is the UK Government Department that supports companies in the UK doing business internationally and overseas organisations seeking to locate in the UK.

The World Franchise Council (WFC) is a non-political association of more than 40 national franchise associations from around the world.

Whether you are a local, national or international employer, Sunderland University will work with you to promote your organisation and its opportunities to our tomorrow-making students and graduates.

Supporting the North East and Cumbria’s VCSE sector towards Net Zero

The North East Business Resilience Centre are a police-led, not for profit organisation providing 24/7 support to small and medium businesses, our trusted Centre forms a partnership network to protect businesses from risk.

Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC) has developed The Innovation Pathway. A vehicle for articulating the bespoke services that can be provided to NHS organisations and industry.

We forge connections so your talent can solve the unmet needs facing key sectors.

Access to a variety of services and benefits such as research, training, business advice, graduate and student interns and world class facilities.

Advice and guidance for both employers and employees.