The programme will provide a package of support for 150 pre-start and early formation tech/digital businesses across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath and North East Somerset.
START is now accepting applications for the first cohort, and the programme is looking for applicants who are at the ‘just an idea’ stage. You can easily register your interest on the START website here.
The first cohort will be open to people wishing to register their interest from today with a half a day intro session in early March. After speaking to you and learning more about what you’d like to achieve, the START team will review your idea. You’ll hear back shortly afterwards, but if you’re not successful this time around, don’t be discouraged. The START team is happy to provide all the support you need to keep developing your idea in time for the next round of applications.
START is all about helping people in the West of England be successful with their ideas. If you’re accepted onto the course, START will give you access to 28 hours of intensive training, supplemented by 1-2-1 mentoring and sessions from successful founders and experts.
Anyone completing the programme will also have a chance to win additional free support in one of our leading incubators, including UWE BRISTOL’s Launch Space.
The Universities that are supporting START have a fantastic track record in supporting ideas and start-ups. As Tess O’Shea, founder from Seatox says, “There’s a lot of support here, sessions, one-to-ones. It just feels like you’re well looked after.” Tess is just one example from the University of the West of England’s Launch Space.
Want to find out more?
Please visit the START programme website to read about the programme and express your interest in joining. It is completely free of charge thanks to funding from the West of England Combined Authority.