St Helens Business Launchpad is a business support programme designed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit across the borough.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your existing venture, we offer tailored support to help you succeed.
Delivered by GC Insight, we provide a comprehensive package of services including:
One-to-one expert business advice – personalised guidance to help you grow and overcome challenges and barriers
Tailored workshops and events – build skills and knowledge to build your business
Support for start-ups and early-stage businesses – laying the foundations for sustainable growth
Access to bespoke growth programmes – peer to peer action learning and targeted support for scaling businesses
This fully-funded programme (which means it comes at no cost to you) is open to businesses of all sizes and sectors, as well as individuals with a business idea ready to take the next step. St Helens Business Launchpad is part of a wider initiative to drive inclusive growth, create jobs, and support the regeneration of St Helens.
Whether you’re turning a passion into a profession or scaling up your operations, St Helens Business Launchpad is here to help you thrive.
Sparking Entrepreneurial Success
Ready to ignite your entrepreneurial journey?
Ignite is our start-up programme, specifically designed to encourage individuals to take the plunge with their business idea and to fuel the success of emerging entrepreneurs. Our mission is to provide the essential resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities that the entrepreneurs of St Helens need to succeed in today’s competitive market.
If you are an aspiring entrepreneur in St Helens with a big idea and the drive to make it happen, don’t wait for success to find you, take the first step today.
Unlocking Your Potential
Are you a micro-business in St Helens with up to three years of trading experience?
Elevate is your opportunity to reach your full potential through expert-led Bootcamps, personalised 1-2-1 support, and targeted workshops designed to help you grow and thrive.
Whether you’re refining your strategy or ready to scale, Elevate gives you the tools, insights, and support to move forward with confidence.
Start building the future of your business today.
Drive Business Growth
Are you leading an established business in St Helens and ready to scale to new heights?
Accelerate is our premier growth programme, designed for high-potential businesses ready to commit to excellence. With a selective application process, this prestigious initiative offers exclusive access to peer-to-peer learning, expert business support, and seminars with some of the most respected voices in the local business community. Secure your place among St Helens’ most ambitious businesses.
Elevating Female Founders
Are you a female founder in St Helens ready to scale your business and break through barriers?
SHEaccelerates is a bespoke growth programme designed to elevate women-led businesses with expert investment readiness support, peer-to-peer learning, and direct access to funding decision-makers.
This is more than business support—it’s a movement to challenge bias, build confidence, and champion the success of female entrepreneurs.
Step into your power and unlock your next level of success.
Empowering local business through knowledge and connection.
Welcome to the heart of entrepreneurial learning and collaboration in St Helens. Our events and workshops are designed to inspire, educate, and connect business owners at every stage of their journey,
Explore our upcoming sessions and discover how you can grow your business, expand your skills, and become part of a thriving business community.
Check out what’s coming up and reserve your place today on our Eventbrite page.
Discover how businesses across St Helens are transforming their futures with the support of our programmes and initiatives. Our case studies showcase the journeys of local entrepreneurs and enterprises who have embraced opportunity, overcome challenges, and achieved remarkable growth.
Discover how businesses across St Helens are transforming their futures with the support of our programmes and initiatives. Our case studies showcase the journeys of local entrepreneurs and enterprises who have embraced opportunity, overcome challenges, and achieved remarkable growth.
