Startup Awards North East Apply now
Time to shine
“I loved the networking part of the programme and the range of funding options that were explained about that I didn't know existed”
The awards have been designed for early stage founders by successful entrepreneurs from across the region. This isn't just about the winners, once you sign up, you will be spring boarded into the business ecosystem where the team at FIRST will sign post your to meaningful opportunities available to help you on your startup journey.
Application checklist
Register your interest with FIRST by sending an email with:
- your name
- postcode
- telephone number
- email address
- a short message expressing your interest
and send it to:
hello@startupawardsne.co.uk
A member of the FIRST team will be in touch when applications are open again to let you know how to apply.
#SkillUP
Students, graduates, early stage founders and ‘intrapreneurs’....
You have not registered as a business but are curious about starting up, you may (or may not) have a business idea and are looking to develop your enterprise skills.
#startup
Early stage founders who have a North East registered business or sole trader.
You have been established up to 4 years and have less than £15K turn over. You are looking for resources to take your business to the next stage.
#scaleup
Registered North East businesses and sole traders who have been established up to 4 years with a turnover of over £15k.
You may have or may be considering employees, premises new products and services and are looking to grow your business to the next level.
Make the magic happen Nominate now
Do you know someone with buckets of ambition, but they maybe lack a bit of self-belief? If they have a great idea or their business needs a boost, then your nomination can fill them with confidence and provide connections and resources to support a successful business journey.
Please complete the form below and they will receive an email to say they have been nominated and invite them to apply. Even just receiving an email for a nomination could be the validation and boost they need to continue their journey.