Meet Our Autumn Cohort: Incubator Plus 2025

We are thrilled to introduce the newest cohort of our incubator, each aspirant bringing a unique vision and unbridled passion to their businesses. Over the coming months, these founders will develop, refine, and launch ideas that have the potential to make a real impact in their communities, industries, and beyond. Every member of this cohort has a story worth sharing, a drive that inspires, and a mission to turn their vision to life.

Today, we’re excited to introduce them to you:

Aishah

Aishah is blending storytelling with artistry through her jewellery business and upcoming podcast. She creates meaningfully designed pieces inspired by people’s stories, combining precious metals with sentimental narratives to craft sustainable jewellery that eternalises memories. Through her work, Aishah turns personal experiences into timeless, wearable art, making each piece a cherished keepsake for years to come.

Ange

Ange is transforming childcare staffing with Nurture Staff, a trusted, premium agency providing last-minute cover for babysitting, nurseries, and schools. Offering DBS-checked Level 2/3 professionals, the agency delivers same-day temp cover, temp-to-perm, and permanent recruitment with a seamless, responsive booking process. Ange’s mission is to make childcare staffing reliable, professional, and stress-free for families and institutions alike.

Angel

Fly Girl Ldn is revolutionising luxury womenswear, a bold vision brought to life by its founder, Angel. This UK-based brand defies convention by masterfully blending couture-inspired silhouettes with a street luxury aesthetic. Each high-quality piece is designed to empower the modern woman, embodying both strength and elegance. With a fierce commitment to sustainability, ethical production, and championing diversity, Angel ensures Fly Girl Ldn is more than fashion, it's a statement of individuality.

Anisa

Anisa is simplifying your everyday with her lifestyle brand. She began by creating smart, minimal phone cases designed to perfectly fit modern life. But her vision, fueled by the desire for people to carry less and live smarter, extends far beyond. Anisa is now growing the brand into a range of tech-forward accessories that promise sleek function and thoughtful design.

Betlheam

Betleham is bringing back a taste of history with Mes Ambrosia, a naturally rich, sweet honey wine. Once celebrated as a drink that granted long life and lasting joy, her ambrosial creation offers a truly unique flavour experience. Betleham is ready to share this ancient delight and its promise of pure indulgence.

Bridget

Bridget is taking the stress out of celebrations with Planora, her comprehensive, all-in-one event platform. She's connecting hosts directly with the trusted vendors, venues, and services they need for any occasion. Bridget's mission is simple: to simplify event planning so that every celebration you host is perfectly seamless, stress-free, and truly unforgettable.

Cheritha

Cheritha is creating joyful experiences for families across London with Hines Heir Bounce & Play, a family-focused children’s entertainment business. From premium bouncy castles and soft play setups to teepee sleepover packages and party add-ons, Cheritha ensures that every celebration is unforgettable.

She also hosts seasonal community events, bringing affordable, fun, and memorable experiences to families across the city.

Damian

Damian is empowering the next generation of digital creators by designing custom VTuber models and streaming assets. His face-trackable, animated drawings allow people to share their voices and explore content creation freely, unburdened by real-world barriers. Damian's work breaks down limits of race, appearance, and location, helping creators dive into new hobbies, build friendships, and make the online streaming space a more inclusive and welcoming community for all.

Dunni

Dunni understands the needs of the busy, high-achieving woman of colour, and her luxury hair brand is the solution. She specialises in glueless, ready-to-wear wigs and premium raw hair extensions that deliver beautiful, confidence-boosting quality while saving precious time. Dunni’s mission is clear: to empower her clients with a premium experience from a brand that truly cares about their needs and success.

Edrisa

Edrisa founded Heavens Divine, a faith-based clothing brand that turns conviction into wearable art. Specialising in embroidery and bold graphic designs, the brand is built on the message of 1 Samuel 16:7: that God sees the heart, not the external. Edrisa merges a bold artistic vision with design excellence, creating quality items that allow customers to literally wear their heart on their sleeve and share their true inner self.

Elijah

Elijah, through his luxury fashion house founded in 2024, is brilliantly bridging the worlds of fashion and art. His brand is immediately recognisable by its sculptural tailoring and bold proportions. Each creation is conceived as a work of art, featuring his signature, intricate embroidery that is timeless in its impact. Elijah merges tradition with innovation, creating pieces that embody true elegance in motion.

Gift

Gift is the creative force behind Cadeaux Couture, a UK-based fashion brand blending African heritage, sustainability, and modern style. Specialising in ready-to-wear outfits, bespoke tailoring, and stylish two-piece sets, Cadeaux Couture also offers expert alteration services. Gift’s mission is to preserve memories through fabric, crafting timeless pieces that celebrate individuality and make every client feel confident and unique.

India

India is redefining self-expression through her creative fashion brand, which fuses styling, jewellery, and creative direction into one distinctive, identity-driven experience. Her work empowers people to embrace and express their individuality with confidence and authenticity. Through her bold, visionary approach, India transforms fashion into a medium for storytelling, creativity, and personal empowerment.

Jamie

Jamie is the visionary behind a dynamic agency that blends creativity, legal insight, and marketing expertise to help brands launch and thrive. Offering website design, content creation, and reel editing, Jamie empowers emerging businesses to build strong online identities. His mission is to equip entrepreneurs with the tools to stand out and grow sustainably.

Jennifer

Jennifer is building a bold, statement-making clothing brand that blends trend-led design with sustainability. Using quality fabrics and designer deadstock, she creates distinctive, small-batch pieces with a lower environmental footprint. Her vision is to establish a scalable, conscious fashion label that resonates deeply with community and culture while redefining what sustainable style can look like.

Joana

Joana is revolutionising real-world networking with Friendit, an AI-powered app designed for in-person events. Friendit enables instant profile sharing via NFC or QR, group photo sharing with auto-tagging, and personalised AI follow-ups. With extended memory and smart analytics, the app helps Gen Z, professionals, and travellers turn every encounter into a meaningful, lasting connection.

Khady

Khady is the founder of Jappante, a community-led initiative named after the Wolof word for mutual support. Dedicated to improving the lives of talibé children in Senegalese daaras (Islamic boarding schools), Jappante promotes dignity, care, and opportunity. With a long-term vision to build sustainable community hubs, Khady aims to provide healthcare, vocational training, and well-being support for every child.

Marie

Marie is the founder of First Fruit Naturals, a faith-inspired hair and skincare brand offering 100% natural, preservative-free products. Rooted in her Ivorian heritage and guided by spirituality, Marie encourages people to embrace their natural beauty as God created them. Each handcrafted product blends tradition, wellness, and faith, nourishing both the body and the soul.

Michelle

Michelle is the founder of a Gen Z–driven wellness brand reimagining natural health for a new generation. Born from frustration with confusing, outdated supplement options, her brand makes staying healthy simple, effective, and enjoyable. Inspired by her own transformative journey with natural remedies, Michelle bridges science, style, and community to empower young people to take charge of their wellbeing.

Nadia

Nadia is the founder of a Halal food business providing halal versions of mainstream products that aren’t widely available in stores. Launching with marshmallows and halal soups, she left her corporate career to follow her passion. Nadia’s mission is to make delicious, accessible halal foods a reality, proving that bold leaps of faith can lead to meaningful impact.

Natalie

Natalie is the founder of H8M8, a fresh approach to modern dating. Instead of matching users through traditional profiles and generic interests, H8M8 connects people through shared dislikes, quirks, and pet peeves. By flipping the script, Natalie’s platform makes it easier to break the ice, spark authentic conversations, and discover genuine compatibility in unexpected ways.

Rene

Rene is the founder of Sonic Viral, a creative company dedicated to helping artists and businesses build their brands online. By combining innovative strategies with a deep understanding of digital trends, Rene empowers clients to grow their presence, connect with audiences, and amplify their creative vision in the ever-evolving online space.

Taha

Taha is the founder of VZNX, an operating system designed for architecture studios of the future. Recognising that architects are trained to design rather than run businesses, VZNX streamlines admin, project tracking, and finances in one automated platform. Taha’s vision is to give architects back their time, enabling them to focus on creativity while their studios thrive.

Vivian

Vivian is the founder of VeriVisu, a platform that makes skills visible, verified, and valued. Seeing how traditional CVs often fail to capture real talent, Vivian created VeriVisu to help job seekers showcase their abilities through portfolios, feedback, and verification, while giving recruiters clear and summarised insights to make better hiring decisions.

And this is just the beginning. Each founder in our cohort has poured their heart, courage, and dreams into their ideas, and their stories are only getting started. Stay tuned as we’ll be sharing more journeys, challenges, and triumphs soon, so you can witness the passion and determination that make this cohort truly remarkable.