Horsfield & Smith is proud to confirm our continued Patron Status for the Made in Bury Business Academy. This sustained partnership, now in its second consecutive year, is a cornerstone of our commitment to nurturing local entrepreneurial talent and supporting sustainable business growth within our community.
A partnership that delivers
Our involvement goes beyond sponsorship. Along with 9 other local business patrons, Horsfield & Smith provides a dedicated mentoring resource to the Academy members, offering practical advice and insight drawn from over a century of business experience.
Furthermore, we are honoured to sit on the Made in Bury Business Loan Panel. This initiative successfully launched last Autumn, providing vital Interest-Free Loans to local start-up businesses, directly fuelling economic development in Bury.
Reflecting on success
The Academy’s last cohort, which ran from September 2024 to June 2025, was highly successful, graduating dozens of new and aspiring business owners. We were delighted to participate in the initial ‘Discovery Meeting’ and subsequent mentoring sessions, sharing our forward-thinking approach with the next generation.
Director Lee Sugden comments: “Our firm has always combined deep local roots and a great tradition of customer care with a strategic, forward-thinking approach. It remains an honour to support the next wave of business owners coming through the Academy and helping the Business Loan Panel make a real difference to local start-ups.”
Continuing our support
We look forward to maintaining our close relationship with Debi and Phil Fellone from Made in Bury and supporting future Academy cohorts. Our commitment is long-term, ensuring that the Bury business community has the resources it needs to thrive.
To find out more about the Made in Bury Business Academy or the Business Loans, please visit the official Made in Bury website.
