Are you a University of Southampton student or recent graduate with a business idea that you're ready to launch? Apply for the Small Business Speed Launch, taking place from Friday 28 April to Sunday 30 April at Network Eagle Labs.
This three-day event is perfect for anyone looking to start a brand, create an e-commerce store, set up a side hustle, go freelance, or compete in an existing market. Even if you've already started your business or are still at the idea stage, there's still plenty of value in attending this weekend event.
During the Small Business Speed Launch, you'll receive expert advice, learn valuable skills, be guided on how you can hack your way to success, and be given the time to implement what you've learned, giving your business the best chance of success.
This opportunity is brought to you by the University of Southampton’s Student Enterprise Team. The event is also supported by Fish on Toast, our university’s entrepreneurial society. In addition, we will also have University of Southampton alumni and external experts joining us for the weekend, available to provide helpful tips, tricks and advice as you start your journey towards gaining traction and making a success out of your business.
Friday 28 April
Start Time | End Time | Activity |
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16:00 | 17:00 | Arrive, welcome and introduction |
17:00 | 18:00 | Session one: Overcoming Setbacks, Resilience and Productivity, with Annamaria Pellegrino |
18:00 | 20:00 | Networking drinks and food |
Saturday 29 April
Start Time | End Time | Activity |
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9:30 | 10:00 | Arrival, breakfast and check-in |
10:00 | 11:00 | Session two: Logos, Branding, Domains & Social Handles |
11:00 | 12:00 | Implement what you've learnt |
12:00 | 13:00 | Session three: Creating Content Like a Creator with James Gayle |
13:00 | 14:00 | Collaborate over a working lunch |
14:00 | 15:00 | Session four: Product Sourcing, Website Creation and Payment Integration |
15:00 | 16:00 | Implement what you've learnt |
16:00 | 17:00 | Session five: Marketing, Sales & Customer Retention with Mitchell and Stones |
17:00 | 20:00 | Implement what you've learnt 1-1 mentoring and support available throughout Free use of Network Eagle Labs space to continue your hustle |
Sunday 30 April
Start Time | End Time | Activity |
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9:30 | 10:00 | Arrival, breakfast and check-in |
10:00 | 11:00 | Session six: Registering your Business: When, Why & How?, with help from Dan Heelan |
11:00 | 12:00 | Implement what you've learnt |
12:00 | 13:00 | Session seven: Finances & Accountancy: Essential Basics, with help from Dan Heelan |
13:00 | 14:00 | Collaborate over a working lunch |
14:00 | 18:00 | Implement what you've learnt 1-1 mentoring and support available throughout Free use of Network Eagle Labs space to continue your hustle |