"Work while you have the light. You are responsible for the talent that has been entrusted to you."
Henri-Frédéric Amiel
Swiss philosopher, poet and critic
For all your business needs there’s just one number
Business Hotline 020 8680 6161
Do you have the talent to make it?
Do you have a great idea or trading business?
Our aim is to make you a success...
Croydon Enterprise is a complete package of support for local people who want to start their own business, become self-employed or grow an existing business, and much of this help is free.
Through government funding, we are able to invest in enterprise and entrepreneurship, creating opportunities for success for local businesses within Croydon including some of the more deprived areas.
By bringing together local business services, training providers and a range of other experts we aim to nurture a generation of homegrown entrepreneurs. In turn, we believe these entrepreneurs will help to transform communities, generate employment and prosperity, and inspire people around them.
To see how we have helped others make the most of their talents click here
Need Expert Advice?
Our business advisors are with you every step of the way.
If you’re a pre-start and would like to know more about going it alone and starting a business we can support you with workshops and 1-2-1 advice from a business advisor.
If you’re a start-up looking for financial, training or resource support to make your idea or hobby into a real business we can provide you with all you need.
If you have a business you need to nurture and grow help is on hand to identify new markets, assess diversification opportunities, importing and exporting financial, planning and premises advice.
To be able to provide specific assistance to your business we have formed dedicated clusters for some industries and are always looking to create more to support our increasing Croydon businesses.
Our cluster groups give businesses the confidence to operate in larger markets and make the most of
supply-chain and economies of scale. Helps build competitive advantages while encouraging working in partnerships and lobby external stakeholders and potential clients.
For more information on our clusters click here
To join one of our cluster groups your business must be at least 12 months old. For more information call
020 8680 6161.
Think Finances are out of your reach?
Financial support and advice is available to all our entrepreneurs. You can book 1-2-1 time with a business advisor by calling the Business Hotline 020 8680 6161.
You may be eligible to gain financial assistance click here for more details.
Learning & Sharing experiences
Through a comprehensive catalogue of tailored workshops on key business know-how such as business planning , raising finance, marketing & sales, taxation flexible 1-2-1s and networking events you will gain invaluable knowledge and build all the resources and contacts you need to make your business a success whether you’re established or just starting out.
Calendar of events
Need to find a base?
Whether you need to find a property as a base for your business or office resources we can give you expert advice from people who know Croydon property market, and how it can benefit you.
Operating in an International market
Whether you’re looking to import or export [importing & exporting booklet link] or just explore other markets, we can help you identify opportunities, evaluate markets and help you network with other international companies. For more information click here
Are you environmentally friendly?
If you’re interested in making your business more sustainable or just wanting to reduce waste we can provide you with the expertise to do this.
Please click here for a list of services.
If you can’t find the right help here tell us what you need by emailing us.
For detailed information on how the programme can support you, click here to read our case study booklet online, visit the Croydon Enterprise website on: www.croydonenterprise.com or call
Business Hotline
020 8680 6161
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