WILTSHIRE START UP PROGRAMME
Free business support to founders in Wiltshire
What is the Start
Up Programme?
Running or starting a business can be messy, exciting and full of questions. The Future Smiths Start Up programme if here to help you make sense of it, supporting you to take the next step with clarity and confidence.
The programme is funded by Wiltshire Council, and is open to anyone residing, or operating a business in Wiltshire’s local authority area. It’s designed to support early-stage ventures up to 2 years old.
From first ideas to first customers and beyond. Whether you’re looking to launch or want structure and support for your existing business, this is for you.
We focus on the practical: shaping your offer, building your confidence and understanding your numbers. But just as importantly, we help you feel connected and supported in the process.
Kindle
For the idea that won’t leave you alone – for those not yet trading but looking to explore what’s possible, we help you shape your idea and take the first step.
The Refinery
You’re trading but want more structure and confidence – for those who want to work on their business, we help you leave with a clear plan, stronger foundations and belief that sticks.
Catalyst
You’ve already built something and you’re ready to take it further – for those looking for coaching to explore bigger opportunities. We help with fresh ideas, funding and a new direction
What course
should I join?
Kindle
Refinery
Catalyst
You are…
Considering starting a business or side hustle
Running a business, trading under 2 years
Running a business and preparing for growth or investment
You want to…
Build confidence and take the first step
Strengthen your business and grow steadily
Take things further with new opportunities, ideas and investment
You’ll get…
Support to register, set up, and start small
Hands on help with structure, sales and systems
Coaching to shape what’s next: investment, new products, bigger team etc
You’ll join…
6 weeks course
8 weeks course
1:1 coaching sessions
How is
it free?
The programme is fully funded by Wiltshire Council through the UK Governments Shared Prosperity Fund. This means it’s free to access, but it’s built to deliver real value.
You bring commitment, energy and questions. We deliver structure, support and the space to build something better.
GET IN TOUCH
Not sure where you fit? If you’re struggling to see what support will deliver the most value for where you are, get in touch. We’ll help you work it out.
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