Sue Marchant, Managing Director of Cool Ventures, has been appointed Chair of the Resilient Business working group within the Future Ambition Board. This group is dedicated to fostering a diverse, creative, and sustainable business environment in the region.
Established in 2011, Cool Ventures provides bespoke training and advice to support the specific needs of businesses in the West of England. Under Sue’s leadership, the company has become a leading provider of business support for pre-starts and trading businesses, helping them to fulfil their potential.
Sue’s extensive experience in strategic planning and business development positions her well to lead the Resilient Business working group. The group’s objectives include investing in the infrastructure businesses need, nurturing emerging sectors and specialisms, and promoting alternative business models and community-led action.
As former Co-Chair of the Sodbury and Yate Business Association, Sue has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting local businesses and fostering community engagement.
In her new role, Sue aims to leverage her expertise to build a resilient and inclusive business ecosystem that supports innovation and sustainable growth across the Banes region.