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A success story: Adorno Companions

Starting a new venture is an exciting journey, as Adorno Companions founder Emma Doney will confirm: but it can also be a rollercoaster ride. Free business support and advice from Cool Ventures helped Emma keep faith with her dream, and give success time to build.

Funded support available for South Gloucestershire businesses to bounce back from the pandemic

by Megan

A new programme of business support, ‘Recover, Evolve, Grow’, has recently been launched to help businesses in South Gloucestershire bounce back from the pandemic and build resilience.

Ask the expert : Do I need a business plan?

by Dr Emma Smith

Dr Emma Smith, a business expert at Cool Ventures, answers some of the most common questions from aspiring entrepreneurs.

Question: I haven’t got a business plan yet. Do I need one?

Ask the expert: Is my business idea viable?

by Dr Emma Smith

Dr Emma Smith, a business expert at Cool Ventures, answers some of the most common questions from aspiring entrepreneurs.

Question: I’m considering starting a business, I think I’ve got a good idea… will it work?

Making every penny count

by Sue Marchant

If you run a small business you may think that increasing your sales will mean more income. Find out about making every penny count with these simple steps.