Driving Our
Mission Forward
At Launch It, we believe every young person with ambition deserves the opportunity to build something meaningful.
As a youth enterprise charity, our mission is to empower young founders with the tools, mentorship, and support they need to start and grow successful businesses.
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A key part of that mission is the incredible support we receive from our Launch It Ambassadors. These respected entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders champion our work, share their experience with young founders, and help raise awareness of the importance of youth entrepreneurship.
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Their guidance, advocacy and belief in the next generation help turn ideas into thriving businesses.
Meet Our Ambassadors
Young entrepreneurs often have talent, creativity, and determination but what they sometimes lack is access. Access to experienced mentors, networks & important knowledge.
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Launch It Ambassadors help bridge that gap. Meet two of the ambassadors fuelling our work.
Creating Opportunities & Social Change
At Launch It’s 25th Anniversary celebration, Richard Farleigh shared his thoughts on the power of opportunity and why organisations like Launch It are vital in helping young entrepreneurs succeed.
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Watch the video to hear his perspective on empowering the next generation of founders.
“I’ve always believed enterprise can change lives, especially for young people who haven’t had the easiest start. That comes from my own background. I grew up in the care system and had to fend for myself from 18. I know what it’s like to feel the odds are against you.
I'm probably the only "Dragon" to have grown up in the care system, so when I came across Launch It and saw the impact it’s had on more than 12,000 young people, it really struck a chord. This isn’t about lending my name—it’s about standing with young people and showing that where you start doesn’t decide where you finish"
- Richard Farleigh
