Case studies

To get a feel for some of companies benefitting from the LEAD programme, take a look at some of our case studies:

LEAD video case study: Lesley SwinnBuy the House Estate Agent 

Successful estate agents based in Accrington, with the largest showroom in Lancashire, employing 18 people. >> Case study and video 
 

LEAD video case study: Tim BurrowAnsan Interiors

Ansan Interiors is a family-run business based in Preston, specializing in the design and installation of high quality industrial interiors. >> Case study and video 

LEAD video case study: Michael HillOptima Control Solutions

Michael Hill and Adrian West are directors of Optima Control Solutions, a specialized engineering firm from Blackburn, both of them were lucky enough to be delegates on LEAD. >> Case study and video 

Scream Management

Blackpool-based casting agency founded in 1998 with an extensive portfolio of artists, which range from children and teenagers, to adults and OAPs. >> Case study 

2am Creative

Preston-based design agency established 20 years ago, 2am Creative has built on a foundation of pure creative design skills. >> Case study 

Adcroft Hilton

Insolvency practitioners and business recovery specialists with branches in Lancashire and Cumbria and clients throughout the UK. >> Case study 

Vedas Recruitment and Training

Based in Burnley, Lancashire, Vedas provides recruitment and training services, and also works in partnership with Burnley Borough Council on social inclusion issues. >> Case study 

Smith & Smith PR

Based in Manchester, Smith & Smith PR specialises in public relations for organisations ranging from small businesses through to PLCs, large charities and lobbying groups.

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