Business Briefing – New Forest Apprenticeship Hub

The New Forest Business Partnership is committed to helping our local businesses to grow.
Join us for an informative workshop on Kick-start 2026 by unlocking the full potential of your micro business with a clear, powerful skills strategy.
Facilitated by multi-award winning facilitator and business owner, Angie Beeston, Managing Director of Evolution 4 Business, this practical, hands-on workshop will help you identify the key skills your business needs to grow, adapt and stay competitive in a fast-changing world.
Whether you’re looking to upskill your team, explore apprenticeships or future-proof your operations, this session gives you an opportunity to build confidence and gain clarity to create a targeted skills plan that drives real results.
This workshop is perfect for ambitious micro-business owners ready to turn capability into growth.
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Discover how the New Forest Apprenticeship Hub can transform your approach to workforce development.
What you’ll learn:
✅ Apprenticeship opportunities – Find the right programmes for your industry
✅ Work experience placements – Connect with motivated local talent
✅ Funding and support available – Maximise incentives and grants
✅ Success stories – Real examples from New Forest businesses
✅ Next steps – How to get started today
- Reduce recruitment costs while building loyalty
- Develop skills specific to your business needs
- Access government funding of up to 95% for eligible businesses
- Connect with local talent and strengthen community ties
- Future-proof your workforce with emerging skills
Perfect for business owners, HR managers, training coordinators and anyone responsible for skills planning across all sectors.
The New Forest Apprenticeship Hub – Connecting local businesses with local talent to build a stronger, more skilled community. Delivered by the New Forest Business Partnership for New Forest District Council.

