Leeds Beckett University has launched a programme of intensive support for ambitious businesses based in the Leeds City Region.

With the aim of helping SMEs regain control of their businesses, build resilience and prepare to embrace the new business landscape; the Accelerate programme combines six online masterclasses with weekly live webinars.

Ten businesses will be offered a place on the free programme which will include 15 hours of mentoring support from university academics and industry experts. Over six weeks, participants will look at ways to stabilise their business, implement required changes, identify immediate priorities and identify a pathway to bounce back.

Funded by the European Regional Development Fund, Accelerate at Leeds Beckett University is part of the AD:VENTURE programme. AD:VENTURE brings together universities from across the Leeds City region with local Councils, Chambers and with private sector partners – http://ad-venture.org.uk/.

To register your interest, or to find out if your business is eligible for support, please call 0113 812 5977 or email adventure@leedsbeckett.ac.uk For more information, please visit www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/business-services/funding-options/the-adventure-programme-at-leeds-beckett-university/