Young Entrepreneurs Programme Y.E.P
Introducing the Young Entrepreneurs Programme
If you’ve ever dreamed of being your own boss, having your own business, but not quite sure how to start, or what that project would be?
Thanks to funding from YTKO, we are on the hunt now to find a cohort of 18 – 25 year olds in the Bristol area… could it be you?
What is the Young Entrepreneurs Programme?
The Young Entrepreneurs Programme (YEP) is a series of free workshops, to help you develop the mindset and ideas of an “entrepreneur”. We begin by myth busting (hint: you don’t need to create the next billion pound tech innovation, or thrive on hustle culture).
The process in three easy points…
- Three full-day workshops in the heart of Bristol City Centre, in June and July 2025
- Gain essential business skills, hear from local business owners (entrepreneurs)
- Explore how to turn your ideas into reality.
More detail into what you can learn…
Our engaging and interactive sessions are designed to help you build the confidence and knowledge needed to start your journey as an entrepreneur. Over the three days, we’ll explore:
- What It Takes to Be an Entrepreneur – Busting myths about entrepreneurship, and looking at the role of mindset.
- Turning Ideas into Reality – What makes a good business idea, and how to spot opportunities and solve real-world problems in a creative way.
- How create a business that reflects your values and passion – Exploring vision, mission and values, business models, and how people are turning hobbies into profitable ventures
- Testing your ideas – Building a values proposition for your business, and how to test and refine your ideas.
- Building a Brand & Online Presence – Why branding matters and how to create a unique identity
- Managing Money & Business Basics – How to manage your time and money
- Pitching & Networking Like a Pro – How to sell yourself and your business
Meet local entrepreneurs who have been there
Throughout the workshops, you’ll have the chance to connect with real-life entrepreneurs who have launched their own businesses: some successfully, others who learned valuable lessons from failure. They come from a variety of industries, including:
🛍️ Retail & E-commerce
🎨 Creative & Design Services
📱 Tech & Digital Start-ups
💼 Business Consultancy & Coaching
🍽️ Hospitality & Food Ventures
🎭 Arts, Culture & Events
💻 Social Media & Content Creation
Important dates:
- Tuesday 20th May 4pm – 5.30pm: Online introduction session
- Tuesday 3rd June 10am – 4pm: In-person Full Day One
- Tuesday 17th June 10am – 4pm: In-person Full Day Two
- Tuesday 1st July 10am – 4pm: In-person Full Day Three
If you’re ready to explore what it takes to become your own boss, grow your confidence, and bring your ideas to life, don’t miss out on this opportunity!
💡 Interested? Attend an info session (see below) or go straight ahead and pply today! Find the form here or in the box below.
Extra benefits
By taking part in these workshops, you’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the next stage of the programme, which will take place in the months following, where 10 participants will receive:
✅ Up to £500 in start-up funding to help launch a venture
✅ Business coaching and mentoring to guide you through the process
✅ Access to networks and support to help you grow
Info sessions
Need more info? We have two online Zoom sessions, you’re more than welcome to turn up and ask us questions. You’re very welcome to turn the camera off, if you feel more comfortable doing so.
Sign up through Eventbrite below:
24th April session – click here.
30th April session – click here.
Apply today!
The form is very simple and can take one or two minutes, we just need your contact details – from there, we’ll be in touch.
