New partnership brings fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs in Sussex
A dynamic new partnership has been announced to support thousands of entrepreneurs and businesses across Crawley, Hove, Worthing, and the wider Sussex region.
Thanks to a collaboration between Freedom Works and Barclays Eagle Labs, local businesses will gain access to an expanded range of workshops, sector-specific meetups, seminars, digital learning resources, networking opportunities and much more.
Founded in 2016, Freedom Works has long championed business growth by offering co-working and flexible workspace solutions for those seeking to work near their homes along the South Coast. The partnership with Barclays Eagle Labs will now enhance this offering, supporting three of Freedom Works’ key sites: Astral Towers in Crawley, Hove Business Centre in Hove, and The Mill Building in Worthing.
This collaboration will benefit over 2,000 businesses within the Freedom Works network by providing a comprehensive support package. A dedicated ecosystem manager will be on hand to offer technical expertise, mentoring and connections, integrating businesses into Barclays’ extensive UK-wide network. This will foster new partnerships, helping start-ups and scale-ups alike to realise their ambitions. Additionally, Barclays’ local business banking teams and specialist high-growth managers will be available to provide tailored banking support to entrepreneurs.
Jon Trigg, Founder and Managing Director of Freedom Works, commented, “Our goal has always been to create a collaborative environment where our members can thrive – offering more than just a workspace. Our community has greatly benefited from peer support, but this partnership with Barclays Eagle Labs will now provide curated, hands-on support that will elevate what we can offer.”
David Hamilton, Lead for Transformation and Partnerships at Barclays Eagle Labs, added, “We are excited to deepen our commitment to entrepreneurs in Crawley, Hove, Worthing, and across Sussex by expanding the support available through Barclays Eagle Labs. Our mission is to inspire and educate ambitious founders and start-ups throughout the UK, helping them to succeed and grow.”
Barclays Eagle Labs is one of the UK’s largest co-working and incubator networks, supporting more than 30 business ecosystems across the country. Their spaces are designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and growth, effectively serving as skills hubs for the UK’s entrepreneurial community. To date, they have supported over 6,000 businesses.
An official launch event is planned for the New Year.
