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Commercial Services

Social Firms Wales is a Social Enterprise which aims to build a sustainable and viable business model so that we can continue to provide support and services on an ongoing basis.

As such we have developed a range of commissionable products and services, and continually look to develop business opportunities that combine community benefit with a commercial focus.

Consultancy Services

We offer a wide range of consultancy services working with a specialist pool of consultants from across Wales including consultants with lived experience of disability and inclusion.

Our consultancy services are designed to help organisations strengthen their impact, improve their operations, and develop meaningful, inclusive approaches to enterprise and community development. Drawing on decades of hands-on experience within social enterprise, governance, research and community engagement, we provide practical support tailored to your needs.

We offer a flexible range of services, including:

Feasibility Studies – Assessing the viability of new ideas, services or ventures.

Business Plans – Crafting clear, strategic plans to guide sustainable growth.

Research & Analysis – Gathering insights to inform decision-making and shape future direction.

Report Writing – Producing high-quality reports that communicate findings and impact effectively.

Evaluations – Measuring what works, identifying improvements and demonstrating value.

Engagement & Co-Production – Working with communities, staff and stakeholders to design inclusive solutions.

Bid Writing – Supporting you to secure funding through strong, compelling bids.

Whether you are exploring a new project, strengthening your organisation, or looking for expert support with inclusive employment, we can help.

Get in touch to discuss how we can work with you.

Social Value Solutions

Are you a corporate business looking to develop meaningful Social Value initiatives in Wales?

Social Firms Wales can help you turn good intentions into real, measurable impact.

With a network of 160 Social Firms rooted in communities across Wales, we can connect your organisation with projects and partners that deliver genuine social, environmental and economic benefits. Our expertise lies in helping businesses understand local needs, build strong relationships with social enterprises, and design initiatives that create long lasting, inclusive change.

We can support you to:

• Identify opportunities to contribute positively within Welsh communities

• Build partnerships with Social Firms that align with your values

• Develop Social Value programmes that are credible, practical and impactful

• Demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to social inclusion and sustainability

If you want to deepen your Social Value work and ensure it truly matters, get in touch — we’d love to support you.

VIBE

VIBE Training Programme and Quality Mark Scheme

Values and Inclusion Based Employer

This training programme can be purchased by organisations and corporate businesses to embed meaningful inclusive policy and practice within the workplace.

Governing Well for CICs

A training programme which can be commissioned by statutory bodies, CVCs and Umbrella bodies that want to help build capacity of the growing CIC sector to improve and enhance governance and sustainability outcomes.