Deadline: 2 April 2024
Join the growing list of entrepreneurs making a big difference in their communities. Investec Beyond Business is offering funding and expert business support for founders with a mission in east London.
The programme is an incredible opportunity to make your social business a success, whether you have recently started out or have an idea in mind.
Benefits
Starting a business is difficult. They make sure you’re supported along the way, with successful applicants receiving:
- Start-up funding up to £24k funding
- Strategic and business planning guidance
- Practical business support including training and mentoring
- Access to the impressive alumni network
Who is it for?
- Your business idea must have clear social purpose and the applicant must live in Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Waltham Forest or Islington.
- They seek out budding entrepreneurs who are committed to creating successful businesses that are both profit making and deliver serious social and/or environmental outcomes.
- They invite them to pitch their business ideas to the Investec Beyond Business ‘Dragon’s Den’ style panel. Successful applicants are then provided with up to £24k of investment funding as well as membership of the programme.
- The combination of investment funding and skills support helps to ensure the entrepreneurs success in creating sustainable businesses.
- They provide training and support in:
- Business planning
- Sales and marketing
- Financial control
- Becoming an employer
- IT for start-ups
- Pro bono legal help
For more information, visit Bromley by Bow Centre.
