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Enter competitions and access funding

Starting your own business?

Student with laptopIf you are thinking of starting your own business then entering competitions can be invaluable.

Competitions will encourage you to think about and present your business or idea in a structured way. You can also use feedback and competition outcomes, good or bad, to progress your idea.

We run an annual competition and funding initiative in which students and graduates can apply for financial backing to kick start their own business. These include:

  • flare : Our annual enterprise ideas competition
  • Enterprise Fund: Financial awards and mentoring support for enterprising students

Not only are these initiatives an excellent opportunity to receive crucial funding, they will also offer you vital support and encouragement to develop your business ideas.

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Email the Enterprise team to find out more or call us on +44 (0)1707 285647

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To view and book your place at any of our Enterprise events, please visit our events calendar

One thing I've learned in life that I've also found true in business is to never turn down an opportunity. flare has benefitted me by giving me a sense of confidence about my business idea that I wouldn't have had otherwise. Additionally, I had been given all the tools, advice and support needed at every stage of the competition in order to succeed. This made the process challenging, enjoyable and rewarding.

James OwenOwner of The Electronic Home / flare Finalist 2012

www.theelectronichome.co.uk
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