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StartSmart Programme

StartSmart is business support programme designed for entrepreneurs and start-up businesses across East Devon.

From:
Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Published:
9 November 2026
Type of support:
Expertise and advice
Business stage:
Not yet trading, Start-ups (1-2 years trading) and Established
Industry:
Agriculture and food, Business and finance, Hospitality and catering, IT, digital and creative and Life Sciences
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Manufacturing, Real estate and property, Science and technology, Service industries, Travel and leisure, and Wholesale and retail
Number of employees:
0 to 9 employees and 10 to 249 employees
Region:
South West

What can you get?

StartSmart is a business support programme designed for entrepreneurs and start-up businesses across East Devon. It offers a flexible range of support options, allowing participants to choose the elements that best suit their individual needs. The programme includes:

  • One-to-one mentoring delivered in partnership with the University of Exeter
  • Specialist guidance on developing business plans 
  • Training workshops to build confidence and essential business skills 
  • Access to affordable workspace to support business growth

Who is it for?

Aspiring entrepreneurs & businesses up to three years old. Please check online for further eligibility.

Organiser

East Devon District Council

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