Get expert guidance, access funding opportunities and connect with SME leaders who get it — all for free through The Productivity Collective.
Supporting British businesses
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From plateaus to progress
Get practical insights to grow your business
Knowledge is power. Get advice and strategies to improve your business from some of the UK’s biggest players, real experiences from SME leaders and the latest growth insights from market analysts.
Be the first to hear about funding opportunities
Get the capital you need to grow your business. As a member of The Productivity Collective, you’ll be the first to hear about funding programs and opportunities hosted by our industry partners.
Share challenges with people who get it
Running a business can be hard. Connect with SME leaders who understand the the highs, lows and everything in between — access a network of peers and experts so you can grow with confidence.
Get free tools and resources from day one
From the moment you join, you’ll have access to a resource hub designed by SME leaders. Get action plans, guides, templates and real stories on the questions lots of businesses are trying to answer.
Build a better business with the collective
Whether it's AI & cyber resilience with BT, innovation talks with Amazon or policy research with The Productivity Institute, The Productivity Collective runs regular events, programmes and workshops for SME leaders in England, Wales and Scotland.
No sales just support
Stay sharp on key business topics
Tackle the biggest challenges facing businesses in monthly sessions with experts and peers. Get the answers you need to build a better business.
Connect with other leaders at local events
Meet others, share challenges and grow together. The collective works with partners to run events and workshops across the UK.
Help shape policy and support for SMEs
Share your experiences with policymakers, regional growth organisations and top businesses who want to help you grow better.
You're in good company
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Being a founder can be a lonely journey, so to get out and meet so many different businesses is just phenomenal. In fact, at a recent event I met a couple of people from the distribution front, which has been great for my business and networking.
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I came here to break down fear and concerns that as a small business you have about implementing new technology, especially AI. I’ve come away with lots of ideas on how to improve what we’re doing for customers and cut costs too.
Join 200+ business leaders growing better
Whether you’re a CEO, founder or senior director of a business with under 250 employees, this free community is for you. Be first to hear about business growth and funding programmes; uncover new ways of working through top research initiatives and access growth resources immediately.
More questions?
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Fill out this short online application. Providing you share all the essential information, you’ll be accepted into the community and will receive a welcome email shortly after. Please drop us a message if you don’t see this come through within 24 hours.
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After joining The Productivity Collective, you’ll get a welcome email that will guide you through everything — from the events and programmes we are running right through to the resources hub that you can access straight away.
You’ll also be kept in the loop through Bolt: a monthly newsletter to share information on upcoming workshops, funding opportunities and growth programmes as well as practical advice and news on running a business.
Plus, when there are in-person events or programmes that are relevant for your business and area, we’ll let you know directly through email or in the community’s WhatsApp group.
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There are plenty of benefits for members:
Get free and priority access to all in-person events, workshops and funding opportunities
Gain practical insights from monthly expert and peer-led sessions held online
Access a free business growth hub from day one — built by SME leaders, for SME leaders
Help shape regional growth policy and business support when opportunities come up
Hear fresh takes, share challenges and discover new tools from members
Stay ahead with the latest findings on industry research and current affairs
Ultimately, you get out what you put in. The more you engage, the more you’ll benefit.
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How you spend your time in the community is up to you.
You can join regular discussions on the WhatsApp community; join monthly hour-long online sessions with experts and peers and/or attend in-person events and workshops. These can vary from half a day, a whole day or even form part of a longer growth programme. You’ll know the stakes up front.
Engaged members will have the chance to raise their profile in live events, panel discussions, video chats and case studies that help showcase The Productivity Collective’s work with regional growth organisations and leading UK businesses. You may also be invited to join government-led events and roundtables.