Llandysul businesses have praised Antur Cymru for its support.
The businesses have expressed their gratitude to the enterprise agency for helping them grow and thrive.
Antur Cymru's assistance enabled traders in the area to successfully acquire grants from the Cynnal y Cardi Fund, which is managed by Ceredigion County Council and funded by the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund.
Two businesses that particularly benefitted are Brodwaith Tysul Embroidery and Cariad Glass.
Both businesses received additional support from the Cymorth Busnes Lleol/Local Business Support and SMART Busnes project teams.
Cariad Glass, founded by Justine and Chris Dodd, specialises in stained-glass painting and creating artisan gifts.
Mrs Dodd, who is a finalist in the Photography, Art and Design category at this year's Llais Cymru Welsh Women in Business Awards, said: "We contacted Antur Cymru out of interest more than a need at the time but are so glad we did.
"They supported us in so many ways, from seeking grant assistance to evaluating our marketing and website, even setting us up with footfall and air quality monitors.
"We can’t thank Antur Cymru enough; working with them has been amazing."
Abby Reid, owner of embroidery business Brodwaith Tysul, also benefitted from a grant via the Cynnal y Cardi Fund.
She said: "The support has made me confident in my brand and with the addition of others on the high street we now have a lovely little ‘creative corner’.
"Antur Cymru has been the cheerleader and coach refining my game - they have encouraged, cautioned, questioned and celebrated every step which is now something I endeavour to do to those around me – thank you!"
The Cynnal y Cardi Fund aims to support and engage people, businesses and communities in delivering sustainable solutions for some of the economic, social and environmental challenges facing Ceredigion.
The fund also focuses on improvements to existing community and neighbourhood infrastructure, testing piloting approaches and feasibility studies, investment in capacity building, support for digital infrastructure, and more.
For more on Antur Cymru, visit the website and follow them on social media at @AnturCymruWales.
Alternatively, call 01239 710238 or email info@anturcymru.org.uk.
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