Bright Ideas Borough

We're looking for the top business ideas in Hackney!

If you are between 16-30 years old, in Hackney, and have a great idea for a profitable business, you could qualify for support from us.

Bright Ideas Trust provides a package of business support to young people looking to start their own business. Right now, we are looking to invest in the top ideas from young people in Hackney.

We're offering:

• Business Readiness - advice, guidance and training on turning their Bright Idea into a realistic, viable and investable commercial business with a strong business proposition and robust financial forecast;
• Mentoring - a dedicated entrepreneurial Mentor who has successfully built their own business and who has committed to nurturing the investee. BIT Mentors have a strong desire to pass on their real world entrepreneurial experience to the next generation and can also introduce investees to their networks and contacts as potential customers. They give their time on a voluntary basis;
• Expert Business Support - a pool of specialist business Advisors in areas such as accountancy, law and marketing;
• Funding - initial capital of up to £25,000.

So, if you think you have a Bright Business Idea, and the commitment and enthusiasm to see it through to success, we want to hear from you. Don't let your Bright Idea pass you by, and apply today!

For information about support and advice available for businesses in Hackney click here.