OUR SERVICES
Expert Support to Help Your Business Start and ThriveAt Cool Ventures, we know that no two businesses are the same. Every idea is unique, every challenge is different, and that’s why our support is always tailored to you.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur with a fresh concept, a start‑up seeking guidance, or an established business ready to scale, our team of experienced advisors are here to help you unlock your potential and take your business further with our free business support services.
You are eligible for the support if you or your business is based within the South Gloucestershire or Bath & North East Somerset Council boundaries. A full address will be required to register for support.
Bath & North East Somerset Business Support is available to all residents, small business owners, sole traders, small third-sector organisations, and community groups.
South Gloucestershire Business Support is available to all residents, small businesses, sole traders, and small third-sector organisations with a trading arm.
Are you ready to go to the next level? Here’s how we can help:
Free Business Skills Workshop
Ready to grow your business? Join our expert led hands-on business workshops held both online and in person. Free for businesses in South Glos and Bath & North East Somerset.
B&NES growth Programme
Fully funded, 1-2-1 support with a business expert to help ambitious Bath and North East Somerset based businesses to plan for long-term growth.
South Glos Thrive 2026 Programme
Ready to scale your business? Fully funded, 1-2-1 support from a business expert for South Gloucestershire-based businesses ready to grow.
HR Essentials
Fully funded consultancy and workshops to help small businesses in BaNES, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire develop effective HR strategies and policies.
Co-working Club & Networking Events
Reducing isolation and helping business owners to build new connections within their South Gloucestershire and B&NES communities
Business Workshops
We offer free online and in-person workshops across South Gloucestershire and Bath & North East Somerset delivered by our experienced advisers. Topics include:
New business ideas and business plans
Sales strategies and marketing
Finance and employment questions
Resource efficiency and more
Coaching & One-to-one Business Support
If you’d like ongoing support, we provide free mentoring and coaching with a business expert to help you and your business to grow with confidence. We work with you to spot opportunities, review your finances, improve your marketing, and create strategies to propel your business forward.
Get In Touch
Customer Services
Tel: 08000418293
email: info@coolventures.co.uk
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Registered address: 7 High Street, Chipping Sodbury, Bristol BS37 6BA
Company registration number: 07713005