Antrim and Newtownabbey business support
Business growth support in Antrim and Newtownabbey
There are several organisations in Antrim and Newtownabbey which offer support to help you grow your business.
Growth and support schemes for established businesses
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council runs support programmes for business growth and development. Current programmes include:
Go Succeed - Grow and Scale
Support is available if your business is already established and is now ready to expand, but growth is slow and you're not sure how to progress. Or if your business is ready to go to the next level locally and internationally but you need guidance, support or resources to achieve your ambitions. Business advisors will provide tailored support to help your business achieve its ambitions - find out more about Go Succeed support for existing businesses.
Social Enterprise Thematic Programme
Support for social enterprises to elevate their skills through one-on-one mentoring and online workshops, focusing on fundraising, digital marketing, and social impact planning - find out more about the Social Enterprise Thematic Programme.
Town Centre Shopfront Improvement Scheme
The Town Centre Shopfront Improvement Programme is designed to enhance the appearance of commercial areas in designated town centres across the borough.
The programme aims to support local business growth, enhance the local environment and transform how residents and visitors perceive town centres, with the aim of increasing footfall and trade.
The deadline for Phase 2 applications is midday on Friday 13 December 2024.
Find out more on the Town Centre Shopfront Improvement Programme.
Support scheme for female entrepreneurs
Women into Leadership Programme
The Women into Leadership Programme provides personalised support, development of leadership skills, and the opportunity to earn an accredited qualification.
Find out more on the Women into Leadership Programme.
Local enterprise agencies
Enterprise Northern Ireland agencies provide business improvement programmes, financing, events, workspace and meeting space. There are three local enterprise agencies in Antrim and Newtownabbey:
Tender for council contracts
You can seek tender opportunities as a way to grow your business in Antrim and Newtownabbey. The council offers public tenders throughout the year in a wide range of business areas.
Find out more on tendering for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council contracts.
Invest Northern Ireland support for business
Invest NI can help your business compete successfully and function more efficiently by providing support across a variety of areas.
- Start a business Helpline0800 027 0639