Free evening workshop on how to start, grow and scale your business in 2026
Ready to make 2026 the year your business idea takes off? 🚀
Join us for Supercharge Your Business in 2026, a free evening of startup talks, practical advice, and networking designed to help you kickstart your business journey.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow something you’ve already begun, this event will help you find clarity, confidence, and connections to move your business forward.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your idea into a profitable business model
✅ Market yourself effectively with little or no budget
✅ Use AI and digital tools to grow faster
✅ Find your first customers and collaborators
✅ Access support through the free Launch-It Accelerator
📅 23rd October 2025
🕕 6pm – 9pm
📍 South Essex College, Market Square, Basildon SS14 1GB
🍕 Food and drinks provided – limited places available!
🗓️ Event Agenda
6:00pm – 6:30pm | Arrivals & Networking
Meet fellow entrepreneurs, share ideas, and make early connections over refreshments.
6:30pm – 6:45pm | Welcome & Introductions
Hear from representatives of Basildon Borough Council, South Essex College, and the Launch-It team.
6:45pm – 7:10pm | Starting & Scaling a Business in 2026
Imelda Fossu, founder of Fossu Ltd and Launch-It programme lead, explores what it takes to grow a business in today’s changing landscape.
7:10pm – 7:30pm | Alumni Stories: From Idea to Income
Past Launch-It participants share how they turned ideas into real, revenue-generating businesses.
7:30pm – 7:50pm | Fireside Chat with Nana Parry
Exited founder Nana Parry shares his journey, the challenges behind scaling a business, and the key lessons learned from building and selling companies.
7:50pm – 8:55pm | Pizza, Networking & Opportunities
Enjoy food, chat with our speakers, and connect with local business founders and mentors.
8:55pm – 9:00pm | Closing Remarks
Final reflections and details on how to join the free Launch-It Pre-Accelerator.
🌟 About Launch-It
Launch-It is Basildon’s Creative Tech Accelerator - a free pre-accelerator programme helping local entrepreneurs turn ideas into viable, revenue-generating businesses.
Over 65% of our previous cohort are now trading, with alumni creating local jobs, launching new products, and even raising investment.
Join us for Supercharge Your Business in 2026 to learn how to make this your year for growth.
🎟️ Free to attend, but spaces are limited - reserve your place today!
Please note that we will require all attendees to provide their National Insurance number as part of our data monitoring for this event. Photography and videography will take place during this event for promotional and evaluation purposes. By attending, you consent to your image being used by South Essex College, Fossu Ltd, and associated partners in future marketing, publicity, or reporting materials. If you would prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please speak to a member of the event team on arrival.
