Latest News | 10 August 2021
Purpose to deliver digital high street contract
Purpose Media has been chosen to deliver a contract to help businesses in Chesterfield move online and boost their sales.
The Derbyshire-based digital, web development, creative and video agency, has secured the Chesterfield Digital High Street contract.
Funded by Chesterfield Borough Council and delivered by East Midlands Chamber, the project aims to help 120 traditional bricks and mortar companies create an online presence.
Under the scheme, businesses can apply to set up a digital presence – supported by grants and expert advice – so they can increase their opportunities to trade online and get their brand noticed.
Purpose Media has been helping businesses improve their online presence since 2009.
The full-service agency will support businesses in getting their websites “live”, offering continuous training to owners, which will allow them to keep control of their new online platform.
Matt Wheatcroft, managing director at Purpose Media, said: “We are delighted to partner up with Chesterfield Borough Council and East Midlands Chamber on this initiative that will benefit businesses across Chesterfield.
“In times like these, trading online could be the difference between growing or losing your business and our team of experts are here to help owners bolster their sales and support their move to digital.”
Scott Knowles, chief executive of East Midlands Chamber, said: “The pandemic has had a huge impact on small and microbusinesses in sectors such as retail, hospitality and leisure, which have previously relied on their physical venues to trade successfully.
“While we’re all looking forward to visiting these places again as we edge nearer normality, it’s crucial these SMEs are future-proofed and we’re delighted to be playing a key role in supporting businesses via the Chesterfield Digital High Street project on behalf of the funder Chesterfield Borough Council.
“We also look forward to working closely with our strategic partner Purpose Media, which will be instrumental by creating the modern websites, equipped with the latest e-commerce technology, to ensure these much-loved independent businesses thrive in a sustainable fashion for a long time to come.”
