About

Anna is Senior Reporter, covering topics affecting SMEs such as grant funding, managing employees and the day-to-day running of a business.

Business management

What will the future high street look like?

New research reveals what the future high street could look like based on what modern shoppers want to see.

Success stories

Entrepreneur Q&A: Ed Foy, co-founder of PRESS

PRESS specialises in snacks, soups and the juices that helped to make their name. We catch up with co-founder Ed Foy to find out more.

News

Small businesses in devolved regions hit harder by government policy

New research reveals that government policy is more costly for SMEs in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland than it is in London.

Business management

How are small businesses preparing for Brexit?

If you have no idea how to make preparations for your small business ahead of Brexit, take some tips from these entrepreneurs.

Podcasts

How I secured my first round of seed funding – podcast

Anna Jordan meets Michael Rossman, company director of EnergyBillKill, to discuss how he secured his first round of seed funding.

News

Central Working launches programme to provide growth to scale-ups

Workspace provider, Central Working, has launched a support programme to help start-up leaders scale their businesses. Here's how to apply.

News

Government launches £2 million funding competition

A government funding competition allows small businesses to win a share of £2 million for productivity-boosting tech and management practices.

News

Why SMEs are at risk of a downturn

SME confidence is suffering due to falling sales and the low level of the pound, but owners should still invest in their companies.

Startup Funding and Grants

Small Business Grants: December winner announced!

Our December winner has been revealed, but companies that have been set up and are actively trading can apply today, free of charge, for January's £5,000 competition.

Advice

The essential guide to starting a business in Leeds

Leeds is a growing hotspot for small business owners. If you're unsure, here's more about what it's like to live and launch a start-up there.

Finding and selling to customers

Ethical shopping and buying less: dealing with consumer spending changes

New research from Paymentsense shows people plan to spend less on luxuries and buy more ethically in 2019. What should small businesses do?

News

Why high street planning policies need reform in 2019

Councils and local planning departments are being criticised for stifling high street diversity, with a strong call for reform this year.