Young Entrepreneurs Start-Up Academy(Must attend 14th & 21st October 2026)

A 2 day workshop for young entrepreneurs in the process or wanting to start their own business. Must attend both 14th & 21st October 2026

Are you interested in starting your own business or exploring self-employment?

Join our 18-25 Young Entrepreneurs Start-Up Academy, a dynamic two-day workshop designed to help you turn ideas into action. Through practical sessions, expert guidance, and real-world insights, you’ll gain the confidence and tools to take your first steps into business.

Dates: Wednesday 14th October & Wednesday 21st October(MUST ATTEND BOTH DATES)

Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm (both days)

Location: Normanby Gateway Board Room

Important: Attendance on both days is required

What You’ll Gain

Understanding of how to start a business

Insight into what makes a successful entrepreneur

Tools to develop and test business ideas

Confidence in planning, marketing, and selling

Experience working in teams to build a business concept

Day 1 – Starting a Business

Entrepreneur mindset & skills

Business ideas that work

Setting up a business (process & legal structures)

Understanding money

Writing a simple business plan

Marketing & getting customers

Guest speakers sharing real experiences

Day 2 – Build & Pitch Your Business

Team formation & idea development

Market research & competitor awareness

Branding & creativity

Sales & customer approach

Pitch training

Pitch competition

Feedback, recognition & next steps

Who Should Attend?

Young people aged 18-25 interested in entrepreneurship

Anyone considering self-employment

Those with a business idea they want to explore

Why Attend?

This is a hands-on, supportive environment where you’ll not only learn but actively create and present your own business idea.

Spaces are limited – book early to avoid disappointment.