Outcomes: •
£4,479,195 Or 17% of the total value has been delivered through economic added value
Regional Sustainability: Strengthened local supply chains with £3.3m spent on North West-based suppliers, retaining £1.74m in the local economy • Job Creation: New roles were generated through programmes like Skills City and Gametech365 @HOST, where 21% of participants created job opportunities • Business Growth and Development: Entrepreneurs and businesses supported through initiatives like FreelanceHER and Stockport Creative Campus, resulting in workforce hour increases (29%) and revenue growth (£18,000 reported by participants) • Enhanced Earning Potential: Participants gained skills for higher-paying roles, boosting personal income and local spending power • Entrepreneurial Success: Self-employment and SME growth spurred, with 61% of FreelanceHER participants planning to launch new businesses • Collaboration and Innovation: 76% of Stockport Creative Campus participants reported establishing new collaborations, driving shared success and innovation • Attracting Investment: Skilled workforce and entrepreneurial ecosystems make regions more appealing to investors
ECONOMIC
The direct and indirect benefits of the identified opportunities uncovered confirm that IN4 Group’s activities contribute to meaningful and sustained economic growth, enhancing both individual livelihoods and the prosperity of the regions they serve.
Impact:
• Boost to Local Economies: Increased expenditure by participants, businesses, and suppliers strengthens local and regional economic growth • Reduction in Unemployment: Job placements and entrepreneurial ventures address employment gaps in the tech and creative sectors • Economic Empowerment: Pathways for women, individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, and marginalised groups to access higher-income opportunities that foster equity and economic participation • Business Productivity Gains: Skilled participants improve operational efficiency and innovation, particularly in tech
and creative industries
• Long-Term Economic Stability: Upskilled participants contribute to evolving industries, ensuring sustainable employability and economic resilience • Regional Innovation Ecosystem: Support for creativity and digital entrepreneurship fuels innovation, attracting national and international partnerships • Multiplier Effect: Increased spending and revenue generation lead to broader economic benefits, including higher tax contributions • Sectoral Growth: Preparation of participants for roles in emerging industries like tech, gaming, and creative sectors drives future expansion
IN4 Group contributes to sustained economic growth, supporting individual livelihoods, enhancing business resilience, and fostering a thriving regional economy.
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