The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub helps businesses build a strong future talent pipeline and create local employment opportunities. Through the Lancashire Skills Pledge, employers can access impartial advice, funded training, and key skills initiatives—all through one simple front door. By connecting education and industry, we enable collaboration that drives growth and helps Lancashire thrive.
The Northwest AAN is part of the National Apprenticeship Ambassador Network and works closely with Local Combined Authorities & Sector Bodies across the region to’ fly the flag’ for apprenticeships. Ambassadors are passionate about apprenticeships and are keen to promote the apprenticeship route to other employers and potential new apprentices.
SP Electricity North West is the power network operator for the North West. Connecting communities from Carlisle to Macclesfield, we’re proud of the essential role we play for our customers. Holder of a Silver Investors in People (IIP) certificate, SP Electricity North West was also named Utility of the Year at the Utility Week Awards.
Passionate about partnering with businesses both big and small, Blackpool and The Fylde College is committed to helping individuals and industry flourish. With an innovative portfolio of technical and professional education, we aim to support companies to develop their workforces both for today and for tomorrow. Blending employer insight with technical expertise, we co-create apprenticeships to support local and regional economies and to harness the potential of people within our communities to drive success across Lancashire.
VEKA, the global market leader in PVCu systems for windows and doors, operates worldwide with over 6,700 employees. The UK site, established in 1986 and based in Burnley, employs over 400 people at its
450,000-square-foot facility. Its "WE CARE, WE ACT" values are at the core of the business, committed to serving excellence to both its customers and employees.
The Eric Wright Group are a long-established multi-disciplinary business comprising eight specialist divisions (Construction, Civil Engineering, Water, Partnerships, Facilities Management, Maple Grove Developments (commercial development), Applethwaite Homes, (residential development) and Wrightcare. Working closely together across the divisions ensures a collaborative and seamless approach for public and private sector partners.
Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, all profits are reinvested in the Group's growth or directed towards charitable activities, operating as a social enterprise that continuously gives back while striving for a more sustainable future.
CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria is a local, independent charity that provides counselling and complementary therapies to adults and children affected by cancer, life-shortening illnesses and bereavement. For over 40 years, we have supported thousands of local people through some of the most challenging times of their lives.
At CancerCare, we understand that cancer impacts not only the person receiving the diagnosis but also those around them. We have four dedicated centres across the region in Lancaster, Barrow, Kendal, and Morecambe, and our therapies are delivered by qualified, experienced professionals.
While our services are free to our clients, they are not free to run. It costs approximately £2 million each year to keep our doors open.
The University of Lancashire has a strong reputation for applied business research, entrepreneurship, innovation, and bringing academic excellence to life. Our commitment to drive forward the business landscape is unwavering, and we are eager to share our wealth of knowledge and resources with you. We are the number one choice for apprenticeships and professional development. Our wide range of Higher and Degree Apprenticeships enables employees to gain the skills and experience that today’s industry needs, through an educational programme devised by the employer, the learner and in collaboration with us here at the University.
Blackpool Football Club offers a distinctive and inspiring setting for conferences, meetings and events at the iconic Bloomfield Road stadium. With a proud heritage dating back to 1887, the Club blends tradition, community and ambition with modern, flexible event facilities designed for today’s businesses.
A range of contemporary spaces can accommodate everything from intimate board meetings to large-scale conferences, exhibitions and corporate dinners, all supported by experienced in-house events and catering teams. Located on the Fylde Coast, Bloomfield Road benefits from excellent transport links, on-site parking and an accessible location.
Hosting your event at Blackpool Football Club offers more than just a venue. It provides a memorable experience within a historic sporting environment that encourages connection, creativity and collaboration. Whether you are planning a corporate conference, training day, product launch or celebration, we deliver a professional and welcoming setting that reflects the energy, resilience and ambition of Blackpool Football Club.
