Sarah Smith

Sarah Smith is an experienced business advisor specializing in economic development and startup support. Currently, Sarah serves as a Business Adviser in Economic Development at Derbyshire County Council, focusing on launching and growing startup businesses while securing funding in Northeast Derbyshire and Bolsover District Council. Previous roles include Business Startup Advisor and Business Advisor at East Midlands Chamber and Innovate UK, where Sarah championed business innovation and provided mentorship to entrepreneurs. Additionally, Sarah has held positions with PeoplePlus UK, facilitating self-employment support, and managed Capturing Memories Photobooths as a business owner. Early career experience includes advising new business startups in Northamptonshire with NBV Enterprise Solutions Ltd. and project coordination for mentoring programs.