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Enterprise Ignition is a business start-up celebration event designed to assist budding business owners in launching their own ventures. Led by a team of respected business professionals and experts, the workshop offers best-in-class guidance and support to help you turn your business idea into a successful reality.
What is Enterprise Ignition?
If you missed the event, read all about the highlights by clicking below!
We are thrilled to reflect on the success of our recent online events!
Previous Events
Start-up funding and cost savings
This event provided invaluable insights into the basics of funding a start-up and strategies for maximising cost savings.
Online Event:
22nd November 2023
Funding AMA with Jordan Dargue
Attendees had the unique opportunity to engage with Jordan Dargue, a senior executive and investment expert, in this exclusive Ask-Me-Anything session about start-up funding and finance.
Online Event:
1st December 2023
The Enterprise Ignition Business Start-Up Workshops were designed for anyone with a dream of launching their own business. They welcomed passionate hobbyists, innovative inventors, seasoned professionals, and aspiring entrepreneurs from all backgrounds and experience levels.
Whether attendees had a promising business idea or simply a strong desire to embark on something new, these events offered guidance, inspiration, and practical tools to ignite their entrepreneurial journey. It was an incredible opportunity for participants to take the first steps toward turning their aspirations into reality!
Who were these events for?
What will you get?
Attendees gained valuable insights and inspiration from renowned experts such as Ammar Mirza CBE and Jordan Dargue.
Attended interactive workshops and panel discussions on key business strategies and trends.
They connected with a diverse community of aspiring entrepreneurs from various backgrounds, sharing experiences and ideas.
Networking opportunities allowed attendees to forge meaningful connections with like-minded individuals and potential collaborators.
For in-person events, participants enjoyed an Asian-inspired afternoon tea, offering a unique fusion of flavours and culture.
The events also featured first-hand success stories and lessons learned from accomplished entrepreneurs, alongside interactive workshops and panel discussions on critical business strategies and trends.
they accessed valuable resources and support networks to help kickstart or grow their business, all at no cost. These events provided a comprehensive and inspiring platform for anyone looking to take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey.
Why you should join our future workshops!
Take the first step towards entrepreneurial success by joining the SME Centre of Excellence's workshops and programmes. By enrolling, you gain access to expert guidance, resources, and tailored support to help you navigate the challenges of starting or growing your business.
Research by the Small Business Administration reveals that businesses receiving mentoring and support are twice as likely to thrive beyond their first five years. Our workshops focus on equipping entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed, with a particular emphasis on supporting ethnic minority business owners who often face unique barriers to accessing finance and opportunities.
For example, the British Business Bank highlights the greater challenges ethnic minority entrepreneurs encounter when seeking loans or funding. Our tailored support helps bridge this gap, offering personalised assistance to empower entrepreneurs from all backgrounds.
At SME Centre of Excellence, we offer a variety of workshops and programmes designed to suit your needs—whether it’s crafting a solid business plan, building a strong online presence, or understanding financial strategies. Each session connects you with like-minded individuals and industry professionals who can inspire and guide you on your entrepreneurial journey.
Discover how our workshops can transform your business aspirations into a reality. Visit SME Centre of Excellence today to explore our programmes and see how we can help you ignite your entrepreneurial dreams.
Sandeep Kapoor, Chai Events
A very good team delivering a great event, making me think about business.
Richard Hixson, CPD Match
Incredibly valuable with excellent facilitators.
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Lou Willis-Keeler, Psych Logical
Jam-packed session with lots of tools and opportunities to learn from others.
