Launch It Stoke-on-Trent Start-Up Smarts Masterclass Series

Ready to turn your big idea into a real business? 🚀

Join the Launch It Stoke-on-trent Start-Up Smarts Masterclass Series, a FREE support programme designed for aspiring entrepreneurs aged 18–30 who want to launch, run, and grow their own start-up! In this series, you'll get expert insights, real-world tips, and practical tools to help you succeed, whether you're just starting out or already on your way.

CHECK OUT THE UPCOMING SESSIONS

♦️ 03 November: Content Creation & Marketing by Jenna Goodwin, The Red Haired Stokie.

♦️01 December: Cyber Security for Business by Jonathan Lawton, Hixon Group.

♦️12 January: Supercharge Your Business Networking Skills (Sarah White & Kelly Archer, NetworkIN)

♦️02 February: AI for Business by Simon Lasota, Lasota Group

A 90-minute interactive session for young founders on using AI effectively in business.

The session will cover prompts, content, comms, and planning, with live demos and practice built in with the goal of imparting practical AI workflows that can be implemented immediately.

♦️02 March: Funding Your Start-Up by Andrew Heawood & Tom Wilkinson, Beta Commercial Finance

All sessions are hosted by top business experts and industry leaders, sharing the strategies and knowledge they’ve used to build successful ventures.

You’ll also have the chance to meet our enterprise manager, Gemma Bourne who can talk you through the support available at the hub and connect with other young people on the same entrepreneurial journey; sharing ideas, building networks, and learning together.

🎟️ Only 20 spots per session—book now to secure your place!

Launch It Stoke-on-Trent is a youth enterprise support charity based in Longton Town Hall, offering subsidised workspaces and fully funded start-up support including skills training, mentoring, access to funding, and 1:1 advice.

👉🏽 Follow us at @launchit_uk on Instagram for updates go to www.launchit.org.uk/stoke-on-trent to know more about the spaces and support available at the hub! You can also watch this reel for a little virtual tour!