Launch It Trust

12/08/2026

We love being part of the moments where young founders turn their dreams into something real. 💛🚀
We’re excited to support Beth’s journey as she grows Goldie Locks, helping her turn her vision into reality through tailored business support, guidance and a community of like-minded young entrepreneurs at Launch It Kent Masters House.
👀 Watch this reel to know more about what she hopes to achieve in her start-up incubation journey & her vision for the future!
From developing her ideas to reaching new milestones, we’ll be cheering Beth on every step of the way as she builds a business she’s proud of. 💇🏼‍♀️✨
🌐 Follow her journey at . And more about our work with young entrepreneurs at launchit.org.uk/sheerness

12/08/2026

So proud to see founders like Beth of Goldie locks supported by our Launch It Kent hub, powering through the odds & building the business of their dreams. Onwards & upwards, as they say and we’ll be with you every step of the way! 💛🚀✨

Reflection time ✨

How did I get to where I am now?
I studied hair & beauty at school 🏫
After leaving travelled & children and trained in a few other things

But felt stuck in my job in retail, found myself in a loop hole of unhappiness and not really sure on what to do, after some reflection time (Goldie locks ) was created

That’s where is leads me to where I am today, being my own boss, starting small from home 🏠 which may I add was hard but also so rewarding

Taking jumps & continuing to never give up

So to anyone ever doubting there ideas no matter how small they may be! Always go with your heart and follow it as you never no where is may lead you too… 🫶🏻

A home & warm feeling studio
Where relaxing & comfortable is key 🔑

With lovely clients & to friends 💫
Giving people the safe space of a well needed rest & treat

I wanted to create something that was a luxury for others, the time away to treat yourself/ others

I’m excited for future opportunities & projects goals I’ve set for myself exciting to see where else this journey leads me

I take pride in the little business I built from the comfort of my home to now having my studio at the lovely
Launch It Trust in sheerness masters house 📍

With the help of other small business to mentoring to help push my business to the next level

Onwards & upwards 🫶🏻

~Goldielocks

11/08/2026

Barriers don’t have to define your journey; they can shape your strength. 💛
Jordan Jones, founder of Pup Patrol and one of the supported entrepreneurs at Launch It Stoke-on-Trent, shares how embracing his neurodiversity and persevering through challenges has helped him build a business with purpose.
With the right support, self-belief and determination, obstacles can become the very thing that drives you forward. Every obstacle overcome is another step towards the future you’re creating.🚀

👉🏽 Follow to support Jordan’s journey. Help us support more young founders like Jordan start & grow their dream businesses. Go to launchit.org.uk for more info!

10/08/2026

Another lovely feature for Ellie Meredith, a fantastic young founder supported by Launch It Stoke-on-Trent! So proud to be part your business journey, Ellie! Keep shining! 🚀✨

Ellie Meredith has opened Sugar Rush Social on Longton Market

10/08/2026

Today we're spotlighting Scott Lowrie, Senior Director for Global Partnerships & Channels at ServiceNow, and one of our newest Launch It ROCKETLAUNCHERS.🚀
With around 1 million young people in the UK currently not in education, employment or training, the need for real opportunity has never been more urgent. Scott believes entrepreneurship can be part of the answer and through Launch It, he's putting that belief into action, volunteering his time and expertise to mentor the young founders in our programme.
His guidance will help turn big ideas into real, sustainable businesses and reminding young entrepreneurs just how much potential they have. 💯
👉🏽 We're endlessly grateful for mentors like Scott. If you're an expert ready to make a difference, we'd love to have you join the ROCKETLAUNCHERS. Go to launchit.org.uk/rocketlaunchers for more info.
🌐 Got brilliant ideas & want to partner with us on programmes to support the next generation of founders? Go to launchit.org.uk/partnerships & let's have a chat soon!

06/08/2026

Founder spotlight: meet Valentina, founder of Renovare Skin and a member of the Launch It Tottenham community.🙌🏽✨
Valentina is growing a skincare brand that's rooted in natural, ethical beauty, with a range of 100% vegan, organic and cruelty-free products. Alongside building her business, she's working closely with our Enterprise Manager through regular 1:1 support, mentoring, training and opportunities designed to help young founders grow with confidence.💯
It's been fantastic to see Renovare Skin continue to build a loyal customer base and strong reputation and we can't wait to see what's next!
Follow Valentina's journey & discover more at renovareskin.com. 🫧

05/08/2026

Launch It-supported founder Sumayah Richards, founder of sportswear-streetwear brand Sumofia, recently marked an exciting milestone with a special runway show in our Angel Yard hub.🚶🏽‍♀️💫
Bringing together family, friends, customers and the local community, Sumayah showcased her latest collection and celebrated the growth of her brand with the people who have supported her journey.
“The launch of Sumofia was perfect. I was able to showcase my collection and brand to the world, opening my doors to brand new customers. It was also really nice to spend time with family, friends and new faces.” 💛
We’re proud to support founders like Sumayah as they turn their ideas into thriving businesses and create moments that inspire others in the community.✨👏🏽
🌐 Follow her journey at & more about our work with young founders in Edmonton at launchit.org.uk/angel-yard

04/08/2026

Susan Aktemel, Scottish social entrepreneur and founder of Homes for Good, shows what happens when determination meets purpose.💯✨
By challenging the way housing is done, she has built a business that puts people, fairness and social impact at its heart.
Her message to the next generation of entrepreneurs is simple: believe in your ideas, learn from rejection and keep going. Great change starts with those willing to stand up, make the case & try again.🚀

03/08/2026

We’re proud to be recognised as a beneficiary of the The Worshipful Company of Entrepreneurs Trust.💛
Their generous funding will help Launch It provide a young entrepreneur at our Angel Yard hub in Edmonton with affordable workspace, expert mentoring, training and the expert support needed to build a sustainable business.
Partnerships like this do more than fund a programme; they create life-changing opportunities. At a time when more than one million young people are not in education, employment or training (NEET), investing in accessible pathways into entrepreneurship has never been more important.
A huge thank you to the Worshipful Company of Entrepreneurs Trust for believing in the potential of young founders.
🌐 If you’re an organisation, business or individual looking to make a lasting difference, we’d love to work with you to help more young people build brighter futures through enterprise. Go to launchit.org.uk/partnerships or email [email protected] now.✨
🔗 Read more in this blog: bit.ly/entrepreneurstrustgrant

03/08/2026

What a lovely feature! This is why we do what we do— the belief in young people’s potential, their creativity & resilience in breaking through barriers! 🙌🏽🚀

Thank you Stoke Nub News for spotlighting Ellie’s journey with her business Sugar Rush Social & Launch It’s work with supporting young people build successful futures through enterprise.💯

A snippet of the article below:

Ellie explained that opening a business at 19 is "exciting, but obviously it's a bit nerve wracking as well".

She added: "I've never really done anything like it before, but there are other people my age that are doing a similar thing in the same market.

"It's nice to have other people my age so we can all chat to each other and make sure we're all doing okay. It's nice to have that friendship."

Earlier this week, another teenager - 18-year-old Riley - opened True Grain DIY and Hardware also in Longton Market.

Ellie has been supported by the organisation, Launch It, which helped with planning the business, budgeting and grant applications.

The young entrepreneur said: "They're amazing, I couldn't thank them enough."

She added: "I had an idea, and I wanted to bring it to life and they've helped every single step of the way."

Ellie Meredith, 19, launches Sugar Rush Social at Longton Market, Stoke-on-Trent, offering American-style milkshakes.