The Start-Up Smarts Masterclass Series is a free, in-person business training programme for young entrepreneurs aged 18–30 in Stoke-on-Trent happening from October 2025 to March 2026. Hosted at Launch It Stoke, the series covers key topics like marketing, AI, cybersecurity, funding, and networking, all led by industry experts. It's the perfect opportunity to gain practical skills, connect with other founders, and access ongoing business support locally.

Launch It celebrates its 25th year of supporting young entrepreneurs in the UK backed by a stellar line up of business leaders, policymakers and trailblazers at its 25th anniversary celebration event.

Launch It welcomes former BBC Dragon, entrepreneur and investor Richard Farleigh as an ambassador. Richard will support our mission to empower underserved young founders across the UK, bringing his experience and passion for entrepreneurship to help inspire the next generation of business leaders.

Launch It Stoke-on-Trent enterprise centre is now open in Longton Townhall, ready to support aspiring & growing young founders, creatives and makers in the city.

UKSPF-supported start-up support programme Launch It Labs culminates in pitch final giving away almost £10K in business grants.

Launch It CEO, Pat Shelley, shares some business advice learned from his wife's venture into entrepreneurship.

As a youth enterprise support charity, Launch It had always strived to make sure the young founders in our two-year incubation programme...

Being financially literate is one of the most important aspects of running your business. See how Launch It can help you out along the way!

Becoming a mentor can really rewarding for everyone involved. Join Launch and It see why its important to keep the cycle moving!