Business Northumberland Strengthens Local Business relationship with Merit Cramlington

Business Northumberland is delighted to announce great collaboration between Business Growth and Investment Manager Shona Clark and Kirsty Wells Director of Merit, Cramlington.

Merit, one of the region’s leading engineering and construction companies, is renowned for its innovative approach to offsite construction and commitment to investing in local talent. By working together, Business Northumberland and Merit aim to highlight the importance of skills development, innovation, and strong community ties in driving business growth.

Through this collaboration, Shona Clark and Kirsty Wells will work closely to:

· Showcase the opportunities available for SMEs through the Business Northumberland programme, including digital adoption, leadership and management support, welding apprenticeships and business strategy workshops.

· Encourage knowledge sharing between large employers such as Merit and the wider SME community to inspire growth and resilience.

· Champion Northumberland as a hub for innovation and enterprise, raising awareness of the diverse businesses contributing to the local economy.

Shona Clark, Business Growth and Investment Manager at Business Northumberland, said: “We are excited to be working with Kirsty and the Merit team. Their reputation for excellence and their roots in the local community make them a fantastic partner. Together, we want to ensure businesses in our region feel supported, inspired, and equipped to thrive. It’s fantastic to see the Merit Team working closely with the employability and skills sector, creating apprenticeships and other vacancies across their sites.”

Kirsty Wells of Merit added: “At Merit, we are passionate about innovation and about supporting the communities where we work. Working with Business Northumberland allows us to share our experience and encourage collaboration that will benefit businesses of all sizes.”

Business Northumberland continues to offer support to businesses in the region, helping at every stage of their journey to grow, adapt, invest and innovate.

For more information about Business Northumberland and its free support for SMEs, visit: www.businessnorthumberland.co.uk