StartUp Saturday

StartUp Saturday classes are fun, friendly and welcoming. You will have plenty of time to ask questions, network with fellow attendees and share your experiences on the day. All you need to bring is a pen, notebook and your keen mind. Lunch and refreshments are included. 

Your agenda

10:00 - 10:20: Registration and refreshments

10:20 - 10:30: Welcome to StartUp Saturday - Emma Jones CBE, founder, Enterprise Nation

Let's begin! Emma will welcome you to the day, ensuring your energy levels are high and ready for a day of learning.

10:30 - 11:00: How to get started and points to consider on your business plan - Emma Jones CBE, founder, Enterprise Nation

You've got the great idea, what next? Emma will run you through how to get started and what points to consider in your business plan.

11:00 - 11:30: Setting up your company structure and costly mistakes to avoid - Hans Gobin, chartered accountant, On the Spot Accountants

Having success with a new business requires more than just a brilliant idea – it demands a solid foundation. Hans will talk you through company structures to help you assess which option is right for your business. 

11:30 - 12:00: Building a home on the web, making sales, and launching a brand: Emma Jones, CBE, founder, Enterprise Nation

Whether you are building your own website, considering e-commerce sites or unsure on what social media to use, this session will run you through some essential points to consider.

12:00 - 12:30: Time for lunch and networking

12:30 - 13:00: How to boost your productivity using AI tools - Celia Rizothanasi FCIM chartered marketer

Celia will be sharing top tips to utilise AI to your advantage as an entrepreneur.

13:00 - 13:30: Meet the local business entrepreneur: Gabriel Unger, co-founder Chai Guys

Gabriel Unger co founded Chai Guys after meeting his co-founder at Deloitte and bonding over their love for authentic chai. In 2018, they traveled to India to study chai culture and secure a tea supplier. Back in London, they perfected their recipes and launched at Brick Lane Market, quickly gaining popularity and expanding to multiple locations including Spitalfields. Gabriel will be sharing what he's learned along the way.

13:30 - 13:45: Event close - reflecting on the day and what we've learnt - Emma Jones CBE, founder, Enterprise Nation

Emma will round up StartUp Saturday, helping you reflect on what you've learned and the steps you'll take next.

*Please note this event is for Tower Hamlets residents only, and you will need to provide proof of address to get access to the event. You can email this to us before the event at programmes@enterprisenation.com or bring a copy on the day.

Proof of address can include: a utility bill, bank statement, driving license or credit card bill. Please note we are unable to give you access to the event if we cannot see a proof of address.

You will also be asked to sign a declaration form on arrival.