Gill Millington has been appointed to help businesses located at Chorley's Strawberry Fields to collaborate with universities.
The £8.4m digital hub, set to open this summer, will offer a range of services to resident businesses, including state-of-the-art facilities, superfast broadband, an opportunity to work with other businesses, and free advice and support.
In her new role as university advisor, Gill will provide the link between the businesses and universities in the region to drive creativity. There will also be a full-time on-site business advisor.
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