Business Support Services in Eastbourne

EDEAL Enterprise Agency is a not-for-profit organisation providing free, impartial business support in Eastbourne. Whether you're just starting out or already managing a business, EDEAL offers fully funded, personalised support to help you grow and thrive.

Supported by Eastbourne Borough Council, EDEAL delivers expert-led programmes and one-to-one mentoring tailored to the real challenges faced by small business owners. From idea development and planning through to growth and resilience, EDEAL ensures you gain the skills, confidence, and tools needed for long-term success.

What EDEAL Offers:

• Free 1:1 mentoring and start-up guidance

• Business planning and cashflow forecasting support

• Fully funded start-up workshops

• Marketing, social media, and finance coaching

• Leadership and business resilience training

• Access to local networks, expert advisors, and business competitions

Thinking of Starting a Business?

Ask about the LEAP Start-up Programme—a comprehensive business support programme that includes a series of expert workshops and personalised guidance from a dedicated business advisor to support you to develop a business plan. The candidate with the strongest plan wins £500 to help launch their business.

Don’t become part of the 80% of start-ups that fail in their first year—EDEAL has helped 90% of their supported businesses succeed.

What Customers Say:

“Thanks to the course I am now running my own business, and it is doing very well.” – M
“The programme’s support helped me refine my business model… a game-changer.” – N
“EDEAL meant that I could set up a professional business and be confident in my business plan.” – E
“5 stars easily! Thank you EDEAL.” – Lucy Dean
“Completing the business plan one step at a time really opened my eyes to so many elements and was invaluable.” – Heather Godding
“Thanks to EDEAL, I was able to refine my business idea and connect with local experts.” – Karina Deyanova

Why Choose EDEAL Enterprise Agency?

• Free business advice, mentoring, and workshops

• Fully funded by Eastbourne Borough Council—no cost to you

• Bespoke training in leadership, resilience, digital marketing, and more

• Practical, expert-led guidance for real business results

• Proven track record of helping local entrepreneurs succeed

Take your first confident steps in business—contact EDEAL Enterprise Agency today and see how far your ideas can go.