Bright Ideas Amazing People
Whether you’re starting or growing your own business, or need advice on protecting your assets, BIPC Devon is here to help.
Support For Your Small Business
At the Business & IP Centre, Devon, we provide free business support with workshops on topics like:
- Branding & Digital Marketing
- Tax & Accounting
- Business Plans & Funding
- Intellectual Property & Copyright
- Confidence & Mindset
Expert Led Courses, Workshops & One-to-Ones
We offer expert one-to-one help, access to databases and other business resources, networking events and co-working events. Head to our event page to find out what’s coming up.
BIPC Devon follows a programme and ethos developed by the Business & Intellectual Property Centre at the British Library, London; providing free support to business owners, start-ups, entrepreneurs and inventors.

How Can BIPC Devon Help Me?

Organised by us with you in mind. A diary of webinars, workshops and talks for you to join, online or in real life! We also do networking events!

If knowledge is power, and content is key, databases are a gold-mine of usefulness for your business. Get FREE access to valuable databases.

With free appointments ready to book, you can get 1-to-1 time with a local expert to answer your burning questions.

If you’re navigating the world of intellectual property (IP), looking to protect your idea or design, you might find this guidance page helpful.
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