Southwark Pioneer Fund: Launchpad

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. Whether you are stuck starting your business or looking to develop it, improve your skills, knowledge or mindset as an entrepreneur, our team can help you achieve your goals.

We actively encourage women, marginalised genders, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, young people, senior citizens and people with disabilities to apply.

Support services include:

• Advice surgeries
• Seminars and masterclasses
• One-to-one business coaching
• Networking events
• Pop-up market opportunities

Programme graduates can apply for grants of up to £5,000.

Eligibility requirements

This programme is only available for Southwark residents and entrepreneurs.