Fostering B2B Collaboration for Growth in Sandwell
Connecting Private and Third Sector for Mutual Success.
Welcome to Catalyst’s dedicated space for nurturing business-to-business collaboration right here in Sandwell. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the private sector and the third sector, creating a thriving network where like-minded businesses can find shared value and mutual growth. By encouraging meaningful partnerships, Catalyst aims to foster an environment where collaboration becomes the key to unlocking new opportunities.
Whether you’re a limited company looking to expand your network or a third-sector organisation aiming to partner with businesses that share your vision, this page highlights the benefits of coming together. Through Catalyst, we’re committed to enhancing these connections and making business collaboration in Sandwell a cornerstone of local growth and innovation.
Fostering B2B Collaboration for Growth in Sandwell
How Catalyst Connects People, Skills, and Opportunities Across Sandwell
The case studies below showcase how collaboration, supported by Catalyst, helps local talent grow, supports community organisations, and strengthens the region’s economic ecosystem.
Building a Digital Home for Community Wellbeing
Bryony & Body Mind Collective
Through the Catalyst network, Body Mind Collective CIC founder Bryony Morris connected with web designer Nate Sheridan to transform her organisation’s online presence. The collaboration resulted in a fully accessible, user-friendly website designed to boost bookings, strengthen brand identity, and support the CIC’s long-term vision for community wellbeing.
Showcasing Local Talent
Asma Andleeb’s Catering Success Through Catalyst
Catalyst connected local caterer Asma Andleeb with the WMCA Business Festival 2025, where she delivered high-quality catering through her business XRinex Ltd. The opportunity highlighted her talent, boosted her visibility, and strengthened the role of Catalyst in supporting local enterprise growth.
From Volunteer to Professional
How Catalyst Helped Samira Nadeem Awan Launch Her Creative Career
Through Catalyst’s support and hands-on mentoring from marketing expert Martin Goncalves, volunteer Samira Nadeem Awan rapidly developed her digital marketing skills. Within weeks, she secured her first paying client, with more long-term work now emerging across Sandwell’s third-sector organisations.
Empowering Local Talent Through Collaboration
SWEDA, Angelika Widz & Beatsabar Music Project
A SWEDA marketing workshop led to an exciting collaboration between web designer Angelika Widz and the Beatsabar Music Project. Thanks to Catalyst’s network, Angelika secured multiple paid projects, while Beatsabar benefited from high-quality digital design and improved online visibility.