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As the Autumn 2025 Incubator Plus programme comes to an end, Business Launchpad is taking a moment to recognise the founders who shaped these past three months.

Every number in our report represents a story of resilience, opportunity, and change. Together, Business Launchpad (BLP) and Tooting Works (TW) have continued to champion young people and the wider community, proving that when businesses and charities come together, lasting impact is possible.

We are thrilled to introduce the newest cohort of our incubator, each aspirant bringing a unique vision and unbridled passion to their businesses.

Whether you’re a founder ready to launch or a hustler still learning and exploring, here’s how you can make the most of it.

We’re thrilled to launch our autumn cohort of the Incubator Plus programme!

We’re proud to share that our CEO, Felicia Mattis-Rome, has been shortlisted for Social Enterprise Women’s Champion of the Year at the UK...

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A glimpse from the Pitch Night held at Tooting Works in June 2025 On Pitch Night, the culmination of our first Incubator Plus cohort, 11 young entrepreneurs took the stage to present their ventures to an audience of peers, partners, and supporters. It was more than just a chance to win seed funding, it was a celebration of how far they’ve come in just 12 weeks. This evening marked the official close of the first cohort of our Incubator Plus 2025, a programme delivered in part

Incubator Plus Programme first cohort introductory session At Business Launchpad, we believe in more than just big ideas. We believe in the people behind them.  That belief came to life through our Incubator Plus Programme: a six-month journey that supported young entrepreneurs from across London, empowering them to grow their businesses, build employability skills, and take meaningful steps toward their futures.  From January to June 2025, participants aged 18 to 30 joined u

Career Connect 2025 Event Career Connect Fest 2025 wasn’t just a day of activities – it was a powerful moment of impact.    Held at Tooting Works on 18th June, the event welcomed 37 attendees, with over half coming from the local boroughs of Wandsworth and Merton. Through panel talks, workshops, and one-to-one support, young people took real steps forward in their career journeys – and the outcomes speak for themselves.    Real Connections, Real Results   This year’s event cr

Career Connect 2025 Event On Wednesday 18th June, Business Launchpad hosted Career Connect Fest 2025 at Tooting Works – a day dedicated...

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Incubator Plus Programme 2025 Launch Event Business Launchpad (BLP) has been selected as a new partner in Impetus's Connect Fund, securing an investment of £100,000 per annum for the next two years . Out of 255 applications, BLP was chosen as one of the two most promising organisations to join the Connect Fund, a testament to our commitment, impact, and ability to drive real change for young people. Why Business Launchpad? A Mission That Matters At the heart of this funding i

We are thrilled to announce that Business Launchpad has been selected as a new partner in Impetus's Connect Fund, securing £100,000 per...

Sustainability is no longer a buzzword; it’s a necessity. As businesses face growing pressure from consumers, governments, and...

Hello and welcome to Business Launchpad. Here at Business Launchpad, we believe in the power of young entrepreneurs to shape the future....

Starting a business can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re doing it for the first time. You have the passion, but maybe you’re...