Being your own boss and business start-up support
If you are an aspiring entrepreneur or business owner, support is available just for you.
In 2020 we opened our Enterprise Hub building on the de Havilland campus to expand the support we provide for businesses in the region and beyond. This, coupled with our status as a University Enterprise Zone, reinforces an entrepreneurial vision that runs through everything that we do. More information about support for businesses
Here are some of the enterprise and business benefits for you to access.
Business Incubation
Do you have an early-stage business? Herts alumni can join our business incubator for free and benefit from access to the University's experts, equipped workspaces and a network of like-minded individuals.
Find out more about business incubation and who can join
The Volunteer Business Support Scheme
In response to businesses seeking more support following the Covid pandemic and Brexit, Hertfordshire Growth Hub, powered by the Hertfordshire LEP in partnership with the University of Hertfordshire devised the Volunteer Business Support Scheme, a free and confidential 1-2-1 mentoring programme.
Find out more about the volunteer business support scheme and who can join
Hire a venue on campus
Need a venue for a business meeting, event or a filming location? Alumni can receive up to 15% discount.
Find out more about hiring our facilities
Flare Ignite
Our enterprise ideas challenge, Flare Ignite, is a highly competitive annual competition giving budding Herts students and alumni (up to 4 years from completing your studies) entrepreneurial support and training to bring their business ideas to life.
Find out more about Flare Ignite