Running your own business can be an isolating and lonely experience but you don’t have to go it alone. Cumbria Business Growth Hub has designed and piloted a six months mentoring programme and we’re pleased to now be recruiting for our 4th cohort.
Over time we’ve developed an offer which delivers real results and impressive business growth to business owners in a range of sectors from food & drink, to professional services and tourism/hospitality.
Constantly looking to develop the offer and provide support needed we’ve added a leadership element to the team which has been very well received and received great feedback – some of which we’ll share below.
At just £165 a month initial investment, working with a mentor guarantees a quick return on investment as just one of many benefits.
We do however understand it’s a big commitment so with this in mind we’re holding a free webinar so you can hear more from some of our mentors and how they can support you and your business moving forward ensuring 2026 is your year of growth and high impact.
Unlock Your Next Level: Practical Strategies to Accelerate Your Business Growth
Insights and tools used by Growth Hub mentors
Join three members of our mentor team who will each cover at least one concrete tool you can take away and use in your business straight after the webinar giving you a clear sense of how mentors think.
We’ll then hold a short Q&A session before closing with a brief explanation of each mentor’s focus, reference existing testimonials and signposting to a free introductory consultation call.
Date: 10th February 2026
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Price: Free
Venue: Live webinar
You can view further details of the programme here – you can also view mentor profiles and read more testimonials, we’ve added a few to tempt you below.
"When I saw the promo for our mentoring scheme I was struck by what an interesting opportunity it was and thought it seemed crazy that we were offering this to other businesses and not benefiting from it ourselves. So I decided to give it a go myself. I certainly haven’t been disappointed. I love Alec’s approach. It’s really helped me to think about how I’m leading the business and taking it forward, as a leader myself and with my management team. With succession planning and what the phases of that mean in practice as part of that. It’s also helped me personally in making clear headspace rather than constantly having my head down.”Suzanne Caldwell, Cumbria Chamber of Commerce.
"Thanks to Gail’s expert support through this programme, I now have a clear business plan and a defined niche. Her advice has made a huge difference to how I position my writing services and has given me real clarity and direction.”Jill Morgan, Clear and Credible
"As a small business owner it has been so helpful having Paul as a sounding board and trusted source of advice. During our monthly calls he holds me to account over the actions I've committed to that will really progress the strategically important aspects of my business. He also helps me resolve issues that I would have struggled with alone. I now feel much more confident in where I need to focus my attention to grow the business, and my ability as a leader to get us there."Karen Gee, Cycle Sprog
If you make only one investment in 2026 make sure it’s working with a mentor – our team are ready and waiting to support you and your business to make 2026 your best year yet!
