Inside UMi

As we look back on 2023, celebrating our achievements, we've taken a moment to pause and express gratitude for the past year, reminiscing about the extraordinary rollercoaster of emotions and activities that defined the last 12 months.

Millions of pounds worth of new business is set to be secured by small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) following a local event, organised by UMi.

Are you a business in the North of Tyne area, Gateshead, or Sunderland with ambitions to grow? A brand-new funding scheme, the Business Growth Fund, is here to support you on your journey to success.

Derwentside Detached Youth Project, a charitable organisation based in Consett and Derwentside, has received a grant of over £4,600 from UMi to empower the LGBTQ+ community. 

UMi honors Alfie Owen as the Young Achiever of the Year at the 2023 Awards for his outstanding commitment to supply chain education.

November 24th was NEN’s Annual Conference and Awards, celebrating excellence in enterprise support. UMi was in attendance to share our insights and experience with participating companies.

The Summit, organised by UMi, is set to welcome over 400 delegates and also hosts a dedicated Meet the Buyers event, where local suppliers will meet with major buyers looking to place lucrative contracts with businesses in the region.

UMi has secured a contract to provide due diligence and conduct appraisals for the new Northumberland Small Business Service (NSBS) £2m capital grant programme for rural businesses and communities.