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Worcester-based craftsman uses £9,000 Start Up Loan to promote bespoke furniture workshop
Black Pear Bespoke, a unique furniture design workshop in Worcester, needed to invest in promotion. Find out how a Start Up Loan helped them do that.

Daisy Woodcock
Oct 30


October news: a busy events season, an exciting nomination, and a new hire
Catch up on the October news at First Enterprise, from our 2025/26 impact report and award nominations to recent events and team updates.

Daisy Woodcock
Oct 27


5 ways managing a business is like being a Pokémon trainer
Starting a journey, building a team, taking on exciting challenges. Learn how managing a business can be a lot like being a Pokémon trainer.

Eòsaph Macbeth
Jul 9


Funding is not failure: why smart businesses borrow to grow
Financial roadblocks can cause businesses to stagnate or run into trouble. Discover why borrowing could be the key to unlocking growth.

Daniel Carrico
May 26


5 simple lessons to boost your business this Star Wars Day
May the 4th be with you! Discover five simple lessons to boost your business.

Eòsaph Macbeth
May 3


Financing marketing campaigns without straining cash flow
Learn how to finance marketing campaigns without straining day-to-day cashflow. Discover smart funding options, industry-specific strategies, and measurement tools that help SMEs invest in marketing confidently and sustainably.

Kim Hoang
Dec 23, 2025
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