Opportunity to scale for Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Women in Business

nikkicolor2.jpg.jpg

Nikki Hesford, Growth Specialist at the Blackpool Growth Business Academy has launched her Women Scaling Up Programme and is looking for female entrepreneurs in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre to benefit from the six-month programme.

When looking to scale businesses often start to ask how or what’s next? The Women’s Scaling Up Programme helps provide the answers and the direction needed to grow with confidence, as well as providing access to an exclusive event with Dave Fishwick from Bank of Dave.  

This fully funded programme is designed specifically for female founders and business leaders with the ambition to scale their business. With only 12 places available, this is a unique opportunity to grow with expert insight, tailored support, and a clear plan of action.

To be eligible for the Women’s Scaling Up Programme, leaders should:

  • Be a female founder or female decision maker (Director level)
  • Be based in Blackpool, Fylde or Wyre
  • Have business premises and/or at least one employee
  • Have an annual turnover of approximately £100,000
  • Have a desire to grow further and be committed to scaling

The programme is expected to be in high demand as it goes beyond traditional business support. It’s a focused and practical roadmap for scaling, designed to challenge leadership and help shape strategic thinking.

Participants will benefit from tailored one-to-one mentoring from experienced business advisors, along with structured sessions to help sharpen business strategies, overcome barriers, and scale with clarity.

The programme will support the next stage of business growth, whether that’s streamlining systems, strengthening teams, or boosting profitability.

Nikki said: “This isn’t just any business support programme; it’s a focused, intensive and innovative opportunity to help women take their businesses to the next level. If you’re ambitious and ready to grow, we’ll give you the tools and direction to do it.

“Plus, being around other like-minded women who are facing similar challenges and who are celebrating similar milestones offers you that real peer support and that can be such a powerful motivator.”

Everyone accepted onto the programme will receive exclusive access to Rock and Revolution 2025, a high-profile business event taking place on 1st October 2025 at Blackpool Football Club.

The keynote speaker of this insightful and inspirational event is Dave Fishwick, the entrepreneur behind the Bank of Dave and a passionate champion of business growth.

Female entrepreneurs across the Fylde coast are being encouraged to sign up to The Women’s Scaling Up Programme for support in growing their business.

Enjoyed this? Read more from Blackpool Unlimited

Latest news

1

Hundreds of jobs losses will be 'crippling blow' to town Oliver Ryan MP for Burnley

Hundreds of jobs losses will be 'crippling blow' to town

29 Aug 2025

2

Council praises Animate's boost to city centre six months since opening Animate

Council praises Animate's boost to city centre six months since opening

28 Aug 2025

3

Morgan Sindall completes work at first phase of Accrington Town Square regeneration Accrington Town Square

Morgan Sindall completes work at first phase of Accrington Town Square regeneration

27 Aug 2025

4

Plans submitted for Lancashire's tallest building Artist impression of the new scheme

Plans submitted for Lancashire's tallest building

27 Aug 2025

5

Expanding construction business doubles size of Blackpool HQ Evolution

Expanding construction business doubles size of Blackpool HQ

26 Aug 2025

Background image for hub sign up block

LBV Hub

Leverage Lancashire Business View platforms

Post your news
Post your events
Post your offers
Build your network
Improve your SEO
Gain coverage in the magazine
Sign-up
Events
Sub36 Networking - Follow the signs
Sub36 Deaf Village Social1200
Networking
17 Sep 2025

Sub36 Networking - Follow the signs

The Deaf Village, Blackburn, BB2 5EN

10:00 - 12:00

LBV124 September/October Launch Event
MBP Arc Cinema Preston Opening 205
Networking
18 Sep 2025

LBV124 September/October Launch Event

The Arc Cinema, Preston, PR1 2BL

08:30 - 10:30

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course

Preston Campus, Preston , PR1 2HE

09:00 - 17:00

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course

Preston Campus, Preston, PR1 2HE

08:00 - 17:00

Tri-Site Survey Equipment Showcase
Linkedin Cover.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
03 Sep 2025 - 03 Sep 2025

Tri-Site Survey Equipment Showcase

Harewood House , Leeds, LS17 9LG

09:30 - 16:00

Longridge Soap Box Derby
Screenshot 2025-06-10 090035.png.png
LBV Hub Fundraisers
14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2025

Longridge Soap Box Derby

Berry Lane, Longridge, PR3 3WH

10:00 - 16:30

Preston Tech Connection - The Ultimate Tech Quiz!
Preston Tech Connection Sept 25.png.png
LBV Hub Networking
16 Sep 2025 - 16 Sep 2025

Preston Tech Connection - The Ultimate Tech Quiz!

Society1, Coworking Space, Preston, PR1 3LT

18:00 - 19:00

The Business Network Central & East Lancashire
LBV Hub Networking
17 Sep 2025 - 17 Sep 2025

The Business Network Central & East Lancashire

Stanley House, Blackburn, BB2 7NP

11:30 - 14:15

Cumbria Business Expo 2025
https---cdn.evbuc.com-images-880461633-4862066883-1-original.20241022-110415.jpeg.jpg
LBV Hub Exhibitions
19 Sep 2025 - 19 Sep 2025

Cumbria Business Expo 2025

Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle, CA2 4TS

09:00 - 15:00

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: September
Sept Freelancer (1).png.png
LBV Hub Networking
23 Sep 2025 - 23 Sep 2025

Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: September

Society1, Coworking Space, Preston, PR1 3LT

10:00 - 11:30

Speed Networking with BNI
2.png.png
LBV Hub Networking
24 Sep 2025 - 24 Sep 2025

Speed Networking with BNI

Chorley Football Club, Chorley, PR7 3DU

16:00 - 19:00

Help to grow management course
Help to grow - barriers to growth.png.png
LBV Hub Seminars
26 Sep 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Help to grow management course

Preston Campus , Preston , PR1 2HE

09:00 - 15:00

Advertise with us

Reaching 50,000 members, our print, digital and event platforms offer a fantastic way to raise your business profile and help you grow.

Find out more LBV 123 Online Graphic
Subscribe now

Weekly news bulletin