Get Savvy.
Get Ahead.
Get Funded.
Launch It Digital Pioneers is your opportunity to learn all about the latest -- online tools, platforms, & AI technologies that can help you set up, manage and grow your business more effectively!
In a series of virtual masterclasses with top industry experts and entrepreneurs, you will learn how to integrate digital technologies into your operations, marketing, sales, customer service, and management processes to help improve efficiency, reach, and competitiveness.
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Get free intensive support.
Win a share of £5000 funding.
Joining this programme grants you access to the following support opportunities:
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Digital & Tech Literacy Masterclasses
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Inspirational Talks
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One to One Mentoring, Advice & Peer Support
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Investor Pitch Event
Participants who complete 3 masterclasses and
2 mentoring sessions from Mar to Aug are eligible to pitch for a share of £5000 grant funding. All sessions are free and virtual, including the pitch event.
Eligibility
You are qualified to join the programme if you are:
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A young entrepreneur / start-up owner aged 18-30 years old
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Have been trading for at least 6 months (any sector)
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Facing socio-economic barriers to making their business successful / from underprivileged backgrounds
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Living anywhere in the UK & able to commit to the programme requirements
Limited places available so we will make selections based on your responses to the client registration form.
DIGITAL SKILLS MASTERCLASSES
Check out the core masterclass series & inspirational talks happening every first Wednesday of the month, from March to May 2025. Watch out for updates on the Jun-Aug masterclasses!
MASTERCLASS: 04 Jun 2025
Via Zoom
Creating a Powerful Social Media Presence
Alena Rossini
Founder, Wiggle Marketing
Learn how to build, establish & manage your own professional social media channels.
Find out more about Alena here.
MASTERCLASS: 02 Jul 2025
Via Zoom
Content Marketing
Ili Nadirah
Content Strategist
Discover what sets content marketing apart from traditional marketing, why it’s a powerful driver of business growth, and how to harness current trends like generative AI. Plus, learn simple steps to get started across the right channels and formats — without feeling overwhelmed.
MASTERCLASS: 06 Aug 2025
Via Zoom
Data Analytics & SEO
Simon Lasota
Founder, Lasota Group
In this session, Simon Lasota will share practical insights on using data analytics, SEO, and AI-driven search strategies—including Google’s new AI Overviews (GMO)—to grow your business. He'll explain how to track the right data, boost online visibility, and adapt to the evolving digital landscape, while offering lessons from his own journey and actionable tips you can use immediately.
INSPIRATIONAL TALKS
Meet & get inspired by top entrepreneurs, thought leaders and business innovators in our inspirational talk series every third Wednesday of the month, from March to May 2025. Soon to be announced: Jun-Aug talks!
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INSPIRATIONAL TALK: 16 Jul 2025
Via Zoom
Inspirational Talk
Michael Akinfisoye
Founder, YOUNQ
In this powerful talk, Michael Akinfisoye shares his journey from South London’s streets to building purpose-driven ventures. He breaks down how he scaled OHBAcademy and now helps entrepreneurs grow through AI and smart systems with Scaling Edge. Michael also introduces YOUNQ, a youth-led movement empowering inner-city boys with mindset, money skills, and digital tools to thrive.
Find out more about Michael here.
INSPIRATIONAL TALK: 18 Jun 2025
Via Zoom
Inspirational Talk
Rushika Gupta
Experienced Digital Transformation Professional
IIn this talk, Rushika will share her story building almost a decade-long career as a Senior Product Manager with a passion for product innovation and business scaling. Rushika has led global teams, built strategic roadmaps, and launched products used by millions; with expertise on
e-commerce, branding & social media marketing.
Find out more about Rushika here.
INSPIRATIONAL TALK: 16 Apr 2025
Via Zoom
How to 10x Your Organisation, Motivation & Productivity as an Entrepreneur
Mary Agbesanwa
Founder, Now You’re Talking Network
Learn from award-winning wealth management sales professional & Now You’re Talking Network founder, Mary Agbesanwa how to face up to your procrastination, become motivated, improve your organisation, boost productivity and develop the mindset required to achieve so.
Find out more about Mary here.
Supporting the Next Generation of Young Founders
This programme is only possible with the support of The Access Foundation who helps fuel our mission of
empowering talented young entrepreneurs in the UK.
Need more information?
For special needs assistance or further information, please email us at info@launchit.org.uk.
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