Supporting Local Business: Runnymede Business Boost
The Runnymede Business Boost programme delivered grants, mentoring, and specialist advice to over 800 local businesses. As a result:
- £230,000 in grants were awarded,
- 53 new jobs were created, and
- 11 new businesses were launched.
Business case studies
Taste Creative (Egham)
Thanks to a £3,500 grant from the Runnymede Business Boost programme, Egham-based catering company Taste Creative invested in a new BBQ, transport boxes for equipment and glassware, new uniforms, and table linens.
"This grant has enabled us to expand our wedding offerings, strengthen venue partnerships, and boost brand awareness. It’s been a significant step in our growth." – Geoff Curtis, Founder
Chiro Culture (Chertsey)
This business used a £7,500 grant to open a third treatment room with new equipment and grow their team through recruitment and marketing.
"The grant made a real difference. We’ve added two new Chiropractors and can now help more patients improve their health and wellbeing." – Dr Ellie Wallace, Founder
GEMS Ltd (Egham)
A £5,000 grant enabled the business to purchase a high-definition digital microscope to improve quality inspection for motorsport electronics.
"This digital microscope has greatly improved our quality inspection, helping us stay at the forefront of the competitive motorsport electronics market." – Logan Lavan, Project Manager
Buzzbox Coffee (Chertsey)
An £8,000 grant funded the purchase of a state-of-the-art coffee roaster, allowing them to roast their own beans and increase profits.
"We’ve already made over 80 per cent more profit on orders since getting the new roaster. It’s helped us learn the craft, reduce costs, and improve quality." - Lee Kidd, Founder
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