The government has introduced a package of financial support to provide help to firms through the economic downturn. If your business needs short-term working capital or you want to invest to grow your business these schemes could help you.
Rebecca-Jayne Philipson founded UR-In The Paper in 2005 when she was a student of English and History of Art. She won the People’s Choice Award at the Enterprising Young Brits Competition in November 2006.
Tobias Hardy has bridged the gap between mobile phones and the internet - providing a quick and simple way for people to trade and recycle unwanted goods within their local community.
Paul Corcoran set up Agent Marketing along with Jayne Moore and Wayne Malcom in 2006. Its new approach to the marketing industry alongside their passion for the work they undertake has seen them go from strength to strength.
James Steward came up with the idea for the Cyclepods bicycle storage system at university. The response was so good he turned it into a business with his partner Natalie Connell.
Simon Stevens, winner of a 2004 Enterprising Young Brit award and a 2008 UK Catalyst Award, hasn't let cerebral palsy get in the way of running a successful business or two!
Anna Heyes founded the Liverpool-based Active Profile marketing agency, offering bespoke consultancy and marketing solutions that deliver outstanding results.
