Strategic Partnerships Instep already collaborates with external partners and regional initiatives (GM Business Support Limited, National Skills Academy for Food & Drink, and Green-based clients) which indicates openness to channel partnerships and funded programmes. Leverage these connections to upsell leadership, lean manufacturing, and management apprenticeship offerings to expanding client networks.

Funding Opportunities Recent activity around fully funded Skills for Growth Lean Manufacturing programmes and partnerships with public bodies suggests a strong appetite for funded or subsidised training. Position Instep as a provider for funded upskilling initiatives to manufacturers and logistics firms seeking cost-effective leadership and operations training.

Industry Focus Current client engagements with Greencore and public sector partnerships indicate a capability in fast-moving consumer goods, food & beverage, and manufacturing sectors. Target similar mid-size to large manufacturers and distributors looking to improve HGV, lean practices, and leadership competencies.

Executive Value Instep emphasizes decision-making, collaboration, and day-to-day execution to deliver measurable commercial outcomes. Sell a structured ROI narrative around leadership development and frontline problem solving that ties learning to tangible performance improvements and growth.

Growth Readiness With a mid-sized employee base and revenue in the multi-million range, Instep is positioned to scale training programs across multiple cohorts. Propose multi-site or roll-out programmes for organisations undergoing expansion, digital transformation, or supply chain optimisation to maximize impact.