We are delighted to announce that Advance Consultancy is partnering with Community Network Rail, starting January 2025! This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey towards enhancing community engagement and promoting sustainable development within the rail sector.

Our Journey to Partnership

Our introduction to Community Rail Network came through our valued relationship with SLC Rail, and we are excited to join our friends at teamBA in supporting this fantastic initiative.

About Community Rail Network

Community Rail Network supports community-based groups and partnerships that connect their community with their railway, delivering social, environmental, and economic benefits. With 75 community rail partnerships and 1,300 station 'friends' groups across Britain, the grassroots community rail movement is a vital force in connecting communities with their railways, leading innovative projects that bring people together, widen access to rail, and put stations at the heart of community life.

Our Commitment to Sustainable and Inclusive Outcomes

This partnership aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering sustainable and inclusive outcomes. As a B Corp Certified company, Advance Consultancy is dedicated to using business as a force for good. We exist to challenge and support teams operating in complex environments to perform more efficiently and effectively, placing the ethos and ethics of sustainable and inclusive business at the very heart of what we do.

Benefits of the Partnership

By collaborating with Community Rail Network, Advance Consultancy aims to help teams understand how they work together, shape their long-term goals and objectives, and build capabilities in leadership, teamwork, interpersonal skills, communication, and more. Advance Consultancy's support for Community Rail Network includes offering pro-bono services and reduced rates for team development and support. This helps Community Rail Network members benefit from our expertise without incurring significant costs. The partnership not only enhances the capabilities of Community Rail Network members but also strengthens the relationship between Advance Consultancy and the community, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for all involved.

If you want to know more about Advance, Community Rail Network, or our partnership, please get in touch Contact Advance.