New Business Support Adviser for Cornwall Innovation

Cornwall Innovation, which comprises of three centres operated by University of Plymouth for Cornwall Council, has appointed Rebecca Loto as business support adviser.

Earlier this year, Cornwall Innovation pledged to provide a Business Support Adviser as a complimentary and exclusive benefit to our customers, to bridge the gap of EU-funded business programmes, which ended in June.

Rebecca has spent over 20 years working and owning businesses in a multitude of sectors including property, marine and tourism, as well as supporting sole-traders, start-ups and high growth, six figure plus, businesses as a business coach and mentor.

This year will see her qualify as a Level 5 business coach and mentor from the Institute of Leadership. Rebecca is a certified Business Strategist and previously held positions in the business support arena at the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Growth and Skills Hub and Falmouth University’s venture studio, Launchpad.

Matt Harrington, Head of Cornwall Innovation Centres, commented: “We’re dedicated to encouraging innovation and business growth in Cornwall, so it’s fantastic to welcome Rebecca to Cornwall Innovation, as we continue to grow our offering to support our customers. We really recognise the current gap for funded business support in Cornwall, and therefore this fully funded hire fits within our strategic vision to support the Cornish business community and her support will be complimentary and exclusive to our customers. Rebecca brings a wealth of business experience across a multitude of sectors and is dedicated to bridging the gap of advice and support.”

Rebecca added: “It’s so encouraging to have already seen potential for adding value to the customers of Cornwall Innovation and I’m looking forward to making a difference to business growth for a range of companies, through offering mentoring, workshops and networking opportunities.”