What we do

We are the voice of business for the Bristol region. Working alongside local councils and key stakeholders, the Initiative provides an effective link between the private, public and third sectors; ensuring that business can channel its voice and help shape and influence policies.

Working in partnership with members, over the next year we will continue focusing on our mission to bring leaders together to create a prosperous city region. The overarching themes of our work in the coming year are:

  • Transport: Connecting Businesses and Communities
  • Skills: Preparing for the Future Workforce
  • Placemaking: Creating Inclusive and Dynamic Spaces
  • Tackling Deprivation: Building a More Equitable Bristol

We work with business and community leaders with a passion for creating meaningful, long lasting change for our city. 

News & updates from the Initiative

Festival of Flourishing Regions Wrap-Up

What can we learn from Bristol, Cambridge, and Manchester about regional growth? Rather a lot it appears… Last month’s Festival of Flourishing Regions, which took place in Bristol, brought together...
Andrea Dell
Andrea Dell
Futures West
Posted on: 12.02.25
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Member Blog: B2B marketing trends 2025 – website personalisation and AI optimisation
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Personalisation isn’t a new topic in digital marketing. But over the past year we’ve seen a surge in tools and capabilities that cater to customer demands and brand desires to connect with each other...
Becky Tugwell
Posted on: 10.02.25
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Member Blog: Thought Leadership: Are we really ready for AI in Project Management?
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The headlines and social media are awash with the disruptive nature and possible implication of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the world of project management is no exception. There are some big...
Lynsey McKinstry
Posted on: 31.01.25
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Member Blog: Simpler Recycling for Businesses
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On 31 March 2025, the government’s new ‘simpler recycling’ legislation will come into effect. Designed to improve recycling rates, reduce the need for waste disposal, and promote a greener future,...
Alex Schwarz
Alex Schwarz
Posted on: 30.01.25
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Member Blog: How Video Gamers Bring Unique, Transferable Skills to the Workplace
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In an era where employers seek creative thinkers, adaptable problem-solvers, and effective communicators, the skills honed by video gamers are becoming increasingly valuable.
Lynsey McKinstry
Posted on: 25.01.25
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Big decisions to be made

The beginning of 2025 is a time when some significant projects which will have a real impact on the future success of our local economy are reaching a critical moment, when tricky questions will be...
Ian Bell
Ian Bell
Business West
Posted on: 22.01.25
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