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support structures don’ t reflect our realities. This council will give small business owners a seat at the table, helping to make sure Digital Transformation is accessible, practical and truly beneficial for businesses of all sizes.”

needs of these entrepreneurs who are critical to the UK economy.”

Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, said:“ AI and digital tools can be gamechangers for small businesses’ productivity, but we know there are barriers which get in the way of widespread adoption, which is why Intuit’ s Small Business Growth Council is so important. This government is working with industry leaders, including groups like the SME Digital Adoption Taskforce, to develop practical solutions addressing these challenges, supporting small businesses to thrive, growing the economy and securing the UK’ s future through our Plan for Change.”

Rose Sellman-Leava, Small Business Growth Council member and Co-founder of Inclusive Futures UK, added:“ I’ m incredibly honoured to have been invited to become a member of the Intuit Small Business Growth Council. Technology plays a huge part in helping our business make the greatest impact, but too often, policies and

James Vincent, Small Business Growth Council member and Co-founder of Hot Source Creative said:“ SMEs are eager to embrace digital tools and AI, but challenges like cost, complexity and regulatory barriers often stand in the way. This council is about ensuring small businesses aren’ t left behind – we need real, practical support to unlock the full potential of Digital Transformation.”

Leigh Thomas, Vice President for Europe, the Middle East and Africa( EMEA), at Intuit, said:“ The Intuit Small Business Growth Council has the chance to build on lessons learned over the last few decades in making sure small business owners’ voices are heard in Westminster. Its members span some of the most techforward enterprises and the most cherished traditional businesses. All are eager to play their part in shaping the UK’ s digital agenda.” �

TECHNOLOGY PLAYS A HUGE PART IN HELPING OUR BUSINESS MAKE THE GREATEST IMPACT, BUT TOO OFTEN, POLICIES AND SUPPORT STRUCTURES DON’ T REFLECT OUR REALITIES.

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