sponsors
The following organisations have provided financial support and other resources enabling the South Coast Design Forum to become established and provide services to members.
Chichester District Council Supporting businesses to bring prosperity to all. Chichester District Council recognises that the wealth of the community is generated by its successful businesses. One of the key objectives of the Economic Development Service is to establish the district as a leading place for innovation and entrepreneurship. To further that, the service is working with the South Coast Design Forum to establish a network of creativity and support, including the establishment of a website and an exhibition to showcase the work of local designers.
Contact Aleks Ellis, Business Support Officer, Economic Development Service on (01243) 534 595 or email aellis@chichester.gov.uk
University of Chichester The Knowledge Exchange Programme is a fairly new initiative of the University with the purpose of ensuring that the wealth of knowledge and expertise created and accumulated in the University is effectively applied for the economic and social benefit of all. The University works with local business, the community and public sector organisations through student work placements and projects, staff research and consultancy and courses and seminars.
Contact Sue Tivey, Manager for Knowledge Exchange on (01243) 816224 or e-mail s.tivey@chi.ac.uk www.chi.ac.uk
University of Portsmouth Purple Door is a service for businesses, public and voluntary sector organisations and individual entrepreneurs in the South East. Its aim is to support development, enterprise and innovation, and to enhance workforce skills, by providing access to the facilities, knowledge and expertise of the University, its academic staff and its students.
Contact on (023) 9284 4444 or e-mail purpledoor@port.ac.uk www.port.ac.uk
University of Brighton Partnership with the professions and business are at the heart of the University of Brighton's mission. Our research and development services and specialist facilities benefits businesses and organisations of all sizes and across a range of industry sectors. We support student, staff and graduate entrepreneurs as well as to business start-ups in Sussex and beyond.
Contact on 01273 643222 or e-mail pbusiness.services@brighton.ac.uk www.brighton.ac.uk
University of Southampton We offer a huge range of services for businesses of all sizes and types. From leading-edge research and consultancy to first-rate testing facilities and conferencing, let us be the perfect partner to your business.
Contact on +44 (0)23 8059 3095 or +44 (0)23 8059 8414 or e-mail businessenquiries@soton.ac.uk www.soton.ac.uk
Wilson Design Associates We provide creative design solutions to corporate, marketing, product and promotional needs that really make a difference. From corporate identity, stationery and brochures to display graphics, exhibitions and the internet. Originally founded in London, Wilson Design Associates has been successfully trading for over 20 years and moved to the south coast in 2001. We are a well-established company producing corporate, marketing and promotional work for both local and national clients in the publishing and corporate sectors.
Contact Steve Wilson on (01243) 787100, email steve@wilsondesign.uk.com or visit www.wilsondesign.uk.com
Solution Inc. Discover the features and benefits of Apple Mac powered business systems designed, delivered & supported by Solutions Inc. From creative & design workgroups to finance, record keeping & electronic point of sale. We can help you to embrace technology that drives your business forward rather than holding you back.
Visit www.solutions-inc.co.uk
Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth is undergoing a major transformation with over a billion pounds being invested in or committed to its infrastructure, amenities and new commercial developments. Already world renowned as the home to the Royal Navy, Portsmouth is now becoming a cosmopolitan business, leisure and residential waterfront location.
Contact City Helpdesk on 0239 283 4092, email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or visit www.portsmouth.gov.uk
South East England Development Agency The South East England Development Agency (SEEDA), as the Regional Development Agency for the South East, is responsible for the sustainable economic development and regeneration of the South East of England - the driving force of the UK's economy.
Contact on 01483 484 200, email seeda@seeda.co.uk or visit www.seeda.co.uk
