The new partnership network is designed for micro-businesses with 0-5 employees. It will deliver a host of extra benefits to customers across broadband, mobile, connected devices, and digital marketing.
BT has partnered with FSB to give its members access to an extended promotional offer around its Digital Marketing Hub. FSB members can claim up to £250 towards running their own social media and digital advertising campaigns through BT’s Digital Marketing Hub.
Chris Sims, managing director for SoHo, BT, said, “Today’s launch of our new partnership network for the UK’s smallest firms marks the latest phase in our ongoing mission to support the growth of small businesses. We share this vision with FSB, so we’re excited to partner together to spearhead the launch of our new network to deliver reciprocal benefits to their members and BT customers. Our new partnership network will make our technology, skills and expertise even more accessible for small businesses, while making it easier for them do business and grow in an increasingly sophisticated world. We look forward to adding more partners to our network over the coming weeks.”
Caroline Lavelle, chief commercial officer, FSB, added, “We’re delighted to partner with BT on this initiative to give our members an opportunity to further their digital marketing reach. FSB has said before that it is important that big tech companies play a role in supporting our smaller businesses in improving their digital capabilities and it’s good that BT is taking a lead in this. The partnership will also encourage more small businesses to reap the benefits of FSB membership.”
To help its customers create new opportunities and make the running of their business easier, BT is also offering its smallest business customers a 15 per cent discount on FSB membership for 12 months when they join before 30 September. This will give them access to a wide range of vital support services, including legal and HR advice, financial products and health and wellbeing support.