DigitalVibe have pledged to provide technical consultancy and support to Manchester based business development organisation ‘The First Hour’ to develop a new online support network to compliment their one-to-one services.

The First Hour comprises of a small collective of business support specialists focussed on the Manchester business scene. Currently providing one-to-one support via local business networks and through Universities in the North West of England, The First Hour are looking to expand their coverage to a wider audience and increase their capacity by providing an online presence and resource for entrepreneurs.

DigitalVibe’s Karl Stringer commented “It’s vitally important that businesses in the area are given the highest possible support to help get started, and that they are introduced to the perfect contacts to help take their businesses to the next level. Over recent months I’ve sat with local start-ups and students of Manchester Metropolitan University to give support and advice on business ownership, so the opportunity to combine our skills of Internet technology and business development through The First Hour provides a perfect synergy.’

Development and consultation between DigitalVibe and The First Hour is ongoing with a beta release expected later this year. If you would like further information about the project, please take a look at the existing website and sign up for more information at The First Hour.