Enterprising Students Event in partnership with Bridge 2 Business
Celebrating the second year of Enterprising Students at Ayrshire College
Ayrshire College in partnership with Bridge 2 Business will host an event on Wednesday 6 November to support and inspire students into enterprise and highlight the grant of up to £5,000 which is available to Ayrshire College students looking to start up a business.
The event will take place in two parts, with a morning session attended by local employers, support organisations and staff from Ayrshire College who will learn how the Enterprising Students campaign will continue to offer students a comprehensive mentoring support programme and the opportunity to apply for a grant of up to £5,000, made available thanks to funding from the Ayrshire College Foundation. Guest speaker, Kelly Morris, Enterprise Consultant and Founder of Tartan Eyes will be sharing her thoughts on the importance of enterprise and the opportunities available for students in the Ayrshire area.
The morning guests will also hear from student, Scott Haddow, who was successful in securing the £5,000 grant last year for his start-up business 11:11 Events. Scott will be sharing his personal journey into enterprise whilst studying at college.
Fashion make-up student, Sharlene Atkinson, has recently received a grant for her new business Handmade Sewing Boutique. About her experience, Sharlene said “I was taking a massive step out of my comfort zone and I now have the confidence that I needed and the self-belief that I can do this!”
Hairdressing student, Lorna Hamilton secured the grant for her business Hushed Hair Salon. Lorna said “the fund helped towards the cost of securing my own premises, which I now have, as well as helping with solicitors’ fees etc that comes with dealing with commercial leases.”
The afternoon event is for students who are studying across all three campuses, as well as high school pupils in Ayrshire. The afternoon will bring a series of workshops hosted by guest speakers; Kelly Morris (Tartan Eyes), Lucy Thomson (Coach Lucy), Jack Allan (95 Social) and Mari Findlay (Interface). The first workshop of the afternoon will be hosted by five students who have been successful in securing the £5,000 grant for their business idea. They will each share their personal story, how they applied for the grant and what their plans for the future hold.
Local support organisations Prince's Trust, Business Gateway and Interface will have exhibit stands on the day to highlight the support and opportunities available for any students interested in enterprise, whilst offering one-to-one advice.
To book your place to attend or for more information please contact lynn.kelly@yes.org.uk
For more information on the grant process and full benefits available to Ayrshire College students please visit http://www1.ayrshire.ac.uk/enterprising-student/
Photo Credit: Viking Photography
21 October 2019
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