Launch It Stoke-on-Trent Business Explorathon
July 21, 2025
Launch It Stoke-On-Trent Times Square Longton ST3 1BZ
10:00am - 12:00pm
Starting a business is exciting but it can also feel overwhelming especially when you’re doing it all by yourself. That’s where the Launch It Stoke-on-Trent Business Explorathon comes in!
Join us at Launch It Stoke, our brand-new enterprise centre in Longton Town Hall, for a four-part hands-on workshop series designed to help you explore and shape your business idea every Monday from 10-12PM starting 21st Jul.
Hosted by Enterprise Manager Gemma Bourne—born and raised in Stoke-on-Trent, with over 23 years’ experience supporting entrepreneurs at NatWest—these in-person sessions will guide you through the key steps to get your business off the ground. Gemma’s passion for enterprise runs deep, having grown up in a self-employed family and led impactful programmes like Boosting Women in Business, which supported over 100 women in Staffordshire to launch their ventures.
You’ll also have the chance to connect with other young people on the same entrepreneurial journey—sharing ideas, building networks, and learning together.
Workshop Dates & Topics:
- Workshop 1 (21 Jul): Introduction to Business Model Canvas & Value Proposition
- Workshop 2 (28 Jul): Your Customers & Marketing Plan
- Workshop 3 (04 Aug): How to Run your Business
- Workshop 4 (11 Aug): Budgeting & Making Money
In these workshops, you’ll:
- Develop a clearer vision for your business
- Understand your business model and audience
- Learn how to manage your finances
- Leave with practical next steps to move forward
