Business Growth Gathering – The AD:VENTURE Continues….

For almost a decade, AD:VENTURE has helped ambitious businesses across West Yorkshire to start, grow and succeed.

Since 2017, they’ve supported thousands of business owners through expert guidance, practical workshops, funding opportunities, networking events and dedicated Business Manager support, helping businesses overcome challenges, unlock opportunities and achieve sustainable growth.

Now they’re excited to launch the next phase of AD:VENTURE.

Thanks to new funding, they will continue supporting businesses across West Yorkshire until March 2029, helping even more entrepreneurs, founders and growing businesses realise their ambitions.To mark this exciting new chapter, they’re bringing together businesses, partners, stakeholders and support organisations from across the region for a special launch event at the stunning Banqueting Suite, Leeds Civic Hall.

Whether you’re an established SME, a newly trading business, a professional adviser, or part of the wider business support community, this is an opportunity to discover what support is available, make valuable connections and be part of the future of business growth in West Yorkshire.

Why Attend?

This event will showcase the impact AD:VENTURE has had on businesses, communities and economic growth across West Yorkshire, while providing a first look at their new programme and the opportunities available over the next three years.

You’ll hear:

✅ How AD:VENTURE has helped businesses grow, create jobs and access new opportunities

✅ Inspiring stories from business owners who have successfully grown their businesses with support from the programme

✅ Details of exciting developments that will allow us to support even more businesses across West Yorkshire

✅ Insights and discussion from leading voices within the business community

✅ Information on the practical support available through AD:VENTURE and our delivery partners

✅ How to access support, events, networking and growth opportunities through the programme

Connect With the West Yorkshire Business Community

Alongside the main programme, attendees will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of organisations that support business growth across the region.

This is your chance to connect with:

• Business support organisations
• Professional service providers
• Finance and funding organisations
• Growth specialists
• Fellow business owners and entrepreneurs

Whether you’re looking for support, collaboration opportunities, new suppliers or valuable introductions, you’ll leave with new contacts and connections.

What to Expect

Inspiring Business Stories

Hear directly from business owners who have transformed their ideas into growing businesses and learn what they’ve gained from working with AD:VENTURE.

Business Growth Conversations

Join engaging discussions exploring the opportunities and challenges facing SMEs today, with expert insights and practical takeaways.

First Look at the New AD:VENTURE

Learn how the programme is evolving and discover new opportunities available to businesses across West Yorkshire.

Meet the Experts

Connect with partners, specialists and support providers who can help your business move forward.

Networking Over Lunch

Continue the conversation and build new relationships in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to:

• Start-ups and newly trading businesses
• Growing SMEs
• Business owners and founders
• Entrepreneurs
• Professional advisers and intermediaries
• Finance providers
• Growth support organisations
• Anyone passionate about supporting business growth across West Yorkshire

BOOKING YOUR SPOT – If you want to book onto this event, but you would prefer not to use Eventbrite – Please email adventureevents@leeds.gov.uk and we’ll get you sorted. If you are happy to book through Eventbrite, please secure your place here.

Important Notice Video and Photography: We will be taking photographs and recording elements of this event. By booking this event you acknowledge this. If you do not wish to be photographed at the event, please speak to the organisers on arrival.

AD:VENTURE is a partnership between The West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Bradford Council, Calderdale Council, Kirklees Council, Leeds Council, Wakefield Council, The Business Enterprise Fund and The King’s Trust. We are funded by our partners and the UK Government.