SPF: LAUNCHPAD
Get the critical skills you need to suceed in your business
Have you ever thought of running your own business?
Do you have a business idea or have recently launched your own business and need practical support and knowledge to get it off the ground?
The Southwark Pioneers Fund: Launchpad, funded by Southwark Council, provides free, practical information, advice and support to aspiring and existing entrepreneurs living and working in Southwark.
The programme supports small business owners and anyone with a business idea, to reach their full potential as a start-up entrepreneur.
We actively encourage women, marginalised genders, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, young people, senior citizens and people with disabilities to apply.
SPF: LAUNCHPAD
Applications for SPF:Launchpad are now open!
If you’re thinking about applying, now’s the perfect time to find out more about what’s on offer. We’re also hosting SPF Open Days where you can explore the programme, ask questions, and see if it’s right for you.
You can apply now to secure your place and receive updates and key information – just click the button below.
Join Us at one of our Open Days
Find Out How SPF:Launchpad Can Help Your Business Grow
Join us at our SPF Open Days to discover more about the programme, meet the team, and find out how we can support your business journey.
16th of October – 10am – 2pm @ Peckham Library
12th of November – 10am – 2pm @ John Harvard Library
11th of December – 10am – 2pm @ Canada Water Library
SPF: LAUNCHPAD
WHO IS THE SPF:LAUNCHPAD FOR?
The SPF: Launchpad programme is for aspiring, pre-start or start-up entrepreneurs who live or work in Southwark.
You must be able to demonstrate that:
✓ You have a valid Southwark postcode.
✓ Your business does or will operate wholly or mainly from either:
✓ A residential or commercial premises in the borough or:
✓ A Southwark Market or street trading pitch.
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REASONS TO JOIN THE SOUTHWARK PIONEERS FUND: LAUNCHPAD
This programme is designed to support entrepreneurs, founders, and small business owners in Southwark to start, grow, and scale their ventures.
Whether you’re testing an idea, developing a product, or looking to take your business to the next stage, SPF:Launchpad provides the tools, guidance, and opportunities to help you succeed.
Aspiring Founders & Entrepreneurs
Get the knowledge, skills, and confidence to turn your ideas into viable businesses.
Start-ups & Growing Businesses
Access expert support, resources and networking to accelerate your growth.
Innovators & Changemakers
Develop new solutions, explore opportunities and connect with a community driving positive change.
Are you ready to accelerate your business with SPF:Launchpad? Applications are now open for our flagship programme designed to support ambitious entrepreneurs and small business owners.
By joining, you’ll gain access to expert guidance, tailored resources, and valuable networking opportunities to help you take your business to the next level.
Submit your application today and secure your place on the programme.
PROGRAMMES
Southwark Pioneers Fund: Launchpad
The programme includes the following activities; please click on each activity for more information:
Launchpad
Open Day
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Launchpad
1-on-1
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Launchpad Networking Events
Coming Soon!
Basic Business Skills – Seminars
Coming Soon!
Basic Business Skills – Webinars
Coming Soon!
Basic Business Skills – Masterclasses
Coming Soon!
We’re also very happy to be working alongside Hatch Enterprise who’ll deliver the Southwark Pioneers Fund: Accelerator programme aimed at providing support to entrepreneurs looking to grow and scale up their business
Hatch supports underrepresented entrepreneurs from across the UK to imagine, launch and grow businesses that are sustainable, successful and have a positive and lasting impact on their communities. Hatch are committed to building a fairer society by helping develop entrepreneurs’ skills, knowledge and confidence through their unique programmes designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs.
