October 04, 2007 | Thursday

Latitude advisor to UK Government…and entrepreneurs and small business

By Matt Brocklehurst, Head of Marketing in Company News |Latitude People |Events |Marketing

Latitude are consulting on the most effective role Government can play in supporting entrepreneurship and what the priorities for action should be.

At a the 11 Downing Street consultation event, Latitude CEO and a current Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Dylan Thwaites shared his views and experiences with new Chancellor Alistair Darling and Business Secretary John Hutton on how to promote entrepreneurial growth in the UK.

According to the Daily Telegraph, Dylan will “undoubtedly add energy and insight” to the consultation alongside other entrepreneurs including Lord Bilimoria founder of Cobra Beer, Saul Klein ex Skype now Index Ventures and Diana Bird, Big Issue co-founder. For a PDF of the article click here.

It’s an honour for Latitude to be chosen to work with the Government to help entrepreneurs succeed.

On a different but related note, Latitude are exhibiting and participating in the Small Firm’s Summit 17 October and the Business Start up exhibition 2/3 November, both in London. If you’re at the point of taking your start-up or small business to the next stage, it would be great to catch-up with you at these events to discuss how our SME offering, Latitude White, can help you generate more business. Click here to arrange an appointment.