Programme overview
Cherwell Business Accelerator
The Cherwell Business Accelerator will provide expertise and support to help small businesses grow.
The Cherwell Business Accelerator programme works alongside established businesses, backing their growth plans and the potential creation of further jobs within those organisations.
Support delivered includes a bespoke business review, a three-year growth action plan, a leadership development offer for senior managers, plus one-to-one support in areas such as productivity and innovation.
The first phase of this programme ended in Spring 2025.
Gain inspiration as to why you should take part in the second phase via our project showcase.
What’s included?
Easy to engage with business support masterclasses delivered by business experts for ambitious business owners looking to grow.
In person and online sessions, group and expert 1:1 support to help everyone to explore their business challenges and ambitions.
Expand your business network by connecting with over 100 other Cherwell business leaders.
Programme Support
- RCherwell Business Accelerator
- RThe ‘Cherwell Business Accelerator’ will provide expertise and support to help small businesses to grow.
- RBusiness Boost - Marketing & Networking
- RBusiness Planning for Growth Masterclass
- RMastering Innovation for Your Business
- RInvestment planning and finances for Growth
- RLeadership Development programme for senior managers in the businesses
- RFacilitated Peer-to-Peer Sessions (An ‘Action-Learning’ Group of 8/9 businesses)
- RFocused bespoke 1:1 support from our team of 28 Business and Innovation Advisors
- RA final celebration event will be held in December 2025 involving all supported entrepreneurs.
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