About Us

Business Scale Up was formed in 2021 as a £2.8 million programme part-funded by the European Social Fund. We help businesses based in York, North Yorkshire and East Riding to identify and access the support they need to grow.

By engaging with Business Scale Up, you can benefit from:

  • Expert advice and support, tailored to you.

  • Help with prioritising areas of development.

  • Discounted courses, workshops and consultancy services for you and your staff.

  • Signposting to other relevant services.

We do 99% of the work for you, so you can focus on what matters most: your business.

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 How does it work?

Life’s complicated enough. Growing your business doesn’t have to be. We follow these simple steps to get you the support you need, hassle-free.

 Meet the Team

Adrian O’Neil

Adrian O’NeilL
Business Engagement Advisor

Adrian has had an incredibly varied career path which has included experience as a zookeeper and as a boat handling instructor as well as in sales and teaching. His insight into a diverse range of sectors and fields is invaluable in his current role as Business Engagement Advisor at Business Scale Up. After many years of business training experience, he joined Business Scale Up to support smaller businesses that may not otherwise have access to the same opportunities. He enjoys working closely with business owners to find the right business solutions and funding.