Business Support in Staffordshire.
Running a business is rewarding, but let’s be honest — it can also feel like juggling plates while someone keeps adding more plates.
Whether you’re starting out, growing your team, looking for funding, dealing with a challenge or simply trying to work out who can help, Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce can point you in the right direction.
We support businesses across Staffordshire with practical advice, expert connections, funding guidance, start-up support, growth support, training, international trade services and access to a strong local business community.
Business support across Staffordshire.
Staffordshire Chambers supports businesses across the county, including Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Cannock, Lichfield, Tamworth, Leek, Burton upon Trent, Uttoxeter, Stone and the wider Staffordshire area.
Funding and finance guidance.
Need help understanding what funding, grants or finance options may be available? We can help you explore the right routes and connect you with relevant support.
Start-up support.
If you’re starting a business in Staffordshire, we can help you get the foundations right. Staffordshire Chambers already delivers a three-stage Start-Up Programme covering areas such as business planning, finance, cashflow, research, marketing and pitching.
Business growth support.
If your business is ready to grow, we can help you access advice, connections, training and opportunities to move forward with confidence.
HR, legal, tax and health & safety support.
Business owners shouldn’t have to figure everything out alone. Through Chamber membership and trusted partners, businesses can access support across key areas such as HR, legal, tax and health & safety.
International trade support.
For businesses importing, exporting or exploring new markets, Staffordshire Chambers offers international trade support and documentation services. The site already positions the Chambers as experts in international trade support.
Training and skills.
Support your team with practical training, events and development opportunities designed to help Staffordshire businesses build skills and confidence.
Business connections.
Sometimes the right introduction can save weeks of searching. Through the Chamber network, businesses can connect with other local companies, partners, suppliers and decision-makers.
Membership support.
For businesses that want ongoing support, Chamber membership provides access to benefits, advice, events, discounts, connections and a wider business community. The current membership page already highlights member benefits including international trade discounts and wider support.
Access all of this as part of your Staffordshire Chambers membership. Join Staffordshire's largest business networking group today.
Free business support in Staffordshire.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. Plenty of businesses come to us knowing they need help, but not knowing exactly what kind of support they need.
Free business advice.
Funding and grant guidance.
Help start a business.
Support with business growth.
HR, legal or finance guidance.
Export or international trade support.
Training and skills support.
Local business connections.
Staffordshire Chambers operates the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Business Helpline on behalf of Staffordshire County Council and the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Growth Hub, offering free expert business help and advice.
Support for every stage of business.
Starting a business.
If you’re launching a new business, getting the basics right matters. From business planning and finance to marketing and pitching, our start-up support can help you move from idea to action.
Growing a business.
If you’re ready to grow, we can help you explore funding, training, recruitment, strategy, new markets, connections and opportunities across Staffordshire.
For established businesses, Staffordshire Chambers can support with membership, policy representation, international trade, events, training, strategic connections and ongoing business guidance.
