Southern Enterprise Awards 2024

Individuals from any background benefit immeasurably from the services on offer from CAP, which have all been designed to help develop the skills, resources, knowledge, and confidence levels necessary to traverse the barriers in their way, be they personal or professional. Regardless of whether a person is struggling to get their business off the ground, navigate the switch to self-employment, convert to a not-for-profit organisation, or is looking to implement sustainable initiatives, CAP has the right solution for them. As Jason Martin, CAP’s CEO, explains to us: “CAP exists to help build a world where every person, company, and organisation delivers a positive impact on the economy, society, and the environment.” This is something that is made possible by what is called the ‘CAP Way’, eight defined behaviours that lay the groundwork for how the company operates and the methods it employs for supporting its diverse client network, along with its equally important partners and collaborators. “How we work is often as important as the work we are doing. The CAP Way has underpinned our past, maintained our reputation in the present, and assures our future as a trusted and outstanding social enterprise.” having embraced a philosophy of continuous improvement across its services. Whereas its competitors in this space will adapt only to the needs of their funders and commissioners, CAP evolves organically and authentically, staying true to its dedication of focusing holistically on the needs and potential of its clients. This can be seen across the wealth of projects its team have carried out recently. Nurturing creative action learning is one of the primary areas of focus for CAP, and initiatives of this nature has benefited a number of diverse groups of people, many of whom have gone on and achieved great things in the wake of the company’s support. For example, a group of 15 women from the local region were supported in the planning and running of a pop-up shop in Folkestone, where they were afforded the opportunity to test out their creative business ideas before launching them for real. Prison-based start-up support is another example of this, and a group of prisoners at HMP Rochester were assisted as they converted what was formerly a delivery van into a fully-fledged campervan. Through this initiative, these incarcerated individuals were provided with the means to develop their practical skills and improve their employability prospects, as well as boosting their mental health. This final point in particular is something that CAP is passionate about across the board, especially given that in the post-pandemic world, people are seeking out an alternative to their usual 9-to-5 grind – making a social enterprise or purpose-driven initiative an increasingly appealing prospect for many. Alongside this, there are more people and organisations looking to adopt ethical business practices, which is also contributing to this sector-leading provider of social enterprise support being busier now than ever before. An increase in demand for its services has led to the natural growth of its team, which is comprised of people who possess the same commitment to social enterprises and ethical businesses as CAP itself. The company also has a three-year strategy, and its team are at the very heart of it, with this underpinning the innovation and ongoing development that remain as cornerstones of the brand as we move into 2025. In closing, Jason tells us: “CAP is committed to a period of growth and development - working with more clients, growing our contract-based income, diversifying our client support offer, and establishing creative new joint ventures with people and organisations across the UK.” When it comes to social enterprise training support and quality business coaching in the region, look no further than CAP Enterprise (Kent) CIC, a business that is the best of its kind in the area and a beacon of excellent client service. Contact: Jason Martin Company: CAP Enterprise (Kent) CIC Web Address: https://www.capenterprise.co.uk/ Offering quality business coaching and social enterprise training support in Southern England, CAP Enterprise (Kent) CIC has spent more than 12 years supporting the growth of those businesses that are ethical and socially responsible. Because businesses of this nature are a force for good and provide ways to address the multifaceted needs of our planet, the team at CAP strive to empower those behind these initiatives – from business owners to charity leaders and social entrepreneurs – through the likes of training and creative action learning strategies. Best Enterprise Coaching Provider 2024 - South East & Client Service Excellence Award 2024 A client-centred company, CAP is committed to innovating and adapting for the purposes of its clients, which is reflected in the company

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