Kings Heath BID Joins Forces with Bira to Provide Membership for Local Businesses

Kings Heath BID has announced an innovative collaboration with the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), providing fully funded annual memberships for independent businesses within the Kings Heath area.

This strategic partnership aims to offer crucial support and guidance to businesses grappling with the challenges posed by the current economic climate.

The Kings Heath BID and Bira partnership endeavours to equip local businesses with a comprehensive suite of resources and benefits.

These include an array of invaluable services such as free legal counsel, preferential card rates, business banking solutions, specialised insurance packages, expert commercial and tax advice, a convenient buy-now-pay-later scheme, and comprehensive marketing support.

Additionally, Bira offers a utilities review service that has the potential to save member businesses thousands of pounds annually. Members can also take advantage of the Bira Direct stock buying group, featuring a convenient online B2B portal boasting an extensive network of over 160 reputable suppliers.

Earlier this year, Bira teamed up with York BID for a similar partnership.

The strategic alliance between Kings Heath BID and Bira which launched this month, has already garnered attention, with a number of independent shops within the area already taking advantage of this unique opportunity.

Andrew Goodacre, CEO of Bira, praised the partnership, and said:  "The partnership with Kings Heath BID signifies our commitment to providing multi-faceted support to our members during these challenging times. Our collaboration serves as a powerful reminder to independent business owners that while they may operate autonomously, they are never alone in their journey."

Ian Vesey, Chair of Kings Heath BID said "The BID has just begun its fourth term and we are already looking at a number of ways that we can provide a return on investment for our levy payers. The partnership with bira makes perfect sense, not only because Kings Heath is the nearest BID area to their national headquarters, but more importantly it offers many of our members a genuine opportunity to make the BID cost-neutral for them."

For more details about the partnership, visit www.bira.co.uk/sectors/kings-heath-BID

Bira is at the forefront of championing the cause of independent traders and shopkeepers across Britain. With a dedicated focus on revitalising and preserving the high street, we relentlessly campaign on their behalf. Our advocacy takes our collective voice to the halls of Parliament and into discussions with key stakeholders, where we represent the interests of small and independent businesses.

Our campaigns cover a wide spectrum of issues crucial to the success of independent traders. From combatting the rising tide of retail crime to advocating for changes in legislation that promote fairness and flexibility, we aim to leave no stone unturned. Bira is a staunch advocate for fairer business rates and reducing the regulatory burden that can stifle small businesses' growth potential. Through our efforts, we strive to ensure that the heartbeat of our communities, the high street, continues to thrive and serve as a vibrant hub for local businesses.