We also perform tailored property searches to support those businesses wishing to relocate or expand their businesses within our area and can link to industry experts to aid your decision process.
Invest in B&NES is the business-facing brand of Bath & North East Somerset Council and is managed by the Business & Skills Team.
The team manages a host of business support packages to help both start-ups and established companies succeed in the area. We can link you in to a network of advisors, sector specialists and property experts.
We promote Bath & North East Somerset as excellent location to do business by publishing resources, information, case studies and development site information. Our website is also a great source of local business opportunities, events, and news.
Speak to one of our Business Engagement Officers to find out what we can do for you.
If you are more interested in employment, skills and developing your workforce, please visit our sister site Achieve in B&NES.
We work in partnership with other local organisations to deliver services to our business community.
Meet the team
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Claire L
Lead for Business and Skills
I am responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of the Business and Skills team. This includes leading, developing, and delivering funded regeneration programmes and projects that address skills, employability, business growth, inward investment, and business retention.
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Jazz
Communications and Marketing Officer
I lead marketing and communications for the Business & Skills Team, managing key brands such as Invest in B&NES, Achieve in B&NES, Bath Unlimited, and Constructing B&NES. My work spans digital strategy—overseeing websites, social media, and newsletters—to content creation, event support, and stakeholder engagement. I’m the primary contact for all marketing initiatives, driving audience growth through targeted campaigns and producing impactful materials.
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Rob
Principal Enterprise Officer
I lead on several business support projects, including our B&NES Business Support service, which offers pre-starts and self-employed residents free expert advice to help them start, grow, and succeed. I manage contracts with our supporting partners and oversee several projects aimed at growing the economy in our market towns and rural areas. Additionally, I lead the council’s digital connectivity programme.
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Mark
Business Engagement Officer
I work with all B&NES businesses across all sectors, raising awareness of and connecting them to funding and support services provided by both the council and the wider business support network. I maintain external partner and intermediary networks, attending and organising events to help promote the services and support available. Additionally, I provide support to businesses seeking premises within the B&NES region.
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Richard
Business Engagement Officer
I deliver and maintain a business engagement programme across B&NES, supporting the council’s business engagement activity. I extend the reach of the regional Growth Hub in partnership with the West of England Combined Authority.
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Jo
Project Support Officer
I administrate the B&NES Business Support Service to ensure the project is running on time, within budget, and achieving all the targets agreed by the UK Government. I maintain client records and ensure that they receive ongoing support from our team following the completion of their involvement in the service.
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Andrea
Digital Project Officer
I am responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the West of England Digital Office project, which runs until 2027. My role is funded by the West of England Combined Authority, which is driving central government’s ambition to achieve high-speed broadband and 5G mobile coverage for every resident. I will be working in close partnership with Rob Dawson, engaging external telecoms stakeholders and forging partnerships in order to co-ordinate activity and investment. I will also support the Bath Digital Divide Collective and wider work to reduce digital inclusion for residents in the district.
