Inside UMi

Great Ideas, a new programme as part of the Mayor’s Business Innovation Fund, will support businesses of all sizes to develop their new ideas for a product or service. It will also support businesses to take a developed idea to the next stage.

A law firm which has served the North East for almost 80 years is embarking on an exciting new chapter after officially opening its new head office. Richard Reed received a grant towards the move from UMi, courtesy of the Business Growth Fund.

The Beyond Loss project helps people in County Durham bereaved by suicide find connection, support, and hope. Through counselling, workshops, and group activities, participants are building resilience, discovering strength in shared experiences, and finding comfort in a compassionate, understanding community.

Since launching the Community Interest Company (CIC) in the North East, their mission has been simple but powerful: to make health and physical activity accessible to everyone, no matter their age, background or ability.

Twelve of the region’s respected business figures came together to select the final 50 North East Business Titans: The Top 50 Business Leaders Shaping the Future of the North East.

Ten years ago, the first B Corps were certified in the UK. A decade later, this powerful and diverse community of over 2,600 businesses is thriving through placing purpose and profit hand in hand.

FUEL is a UK-wide roadshow to help businesses understand, prepare for and access the finance they need to fuel their growth or overcome cashflow hurdles.

With the help of a £1,000 grant, The Special Lioness is transforming support for parents and carers of children with disabilities. Through welcoming meetups, creative activities, and peer networks, families are finding connection, confidence, and a sense of belonging.