SETsquared Bath

27/03/2025

Ready to turn your business ideas into reality in Wiltshire? 🌟

The Start Up Support Services offer a range of free opportunities to help you start or grow your business with expert guidance every step of the way.

Meet the delivery partners making it all happen:

👉 The Future Smiths: Focusing on practical solutions and strategic growth, they empower you to build confidence and succeed
👉 University of Bath: Offering innovative insights and academic expertise, they tailor their support to your business needs
👉 techSPARK: A dynamic tech community connecting businesses with transformative technologies for sustainable growth

Each partner brings unique strengths, ensuring you receive top-tier support throughout your entrepreneurial journey.

💥 Start or grow your business today with the power of collaboration behind you: https://www.thefuturesmiths.co.uk/startup

25/03/2025

💼 Running a start-up can be tough, but support is here.

The Wiltshire Start-Up Programme offers one-to-one business advice, skills training, and grants to entrepreneurs across the Our Wiltshire area. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, this programme provides the tools, confidence, and connections needed to turn business dreams into reality. 💡

Ready to take the next step? 👉 https://www.wiltshirestartup.co.uk/

20/03/2025

Calling all Wiltshire start-ups... 🚀

Access fully-funded business advice and skills training to help your venture thrive. 💼 Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, this programme is designed to support you every step of the way.

Here’s what past participants had to say:

🌟 “I now feel that I have the tools and support to successfully build my business into something greater than I ever dreamed it could be.”

🌟 “I really feel that this course has been invaluable to me in starting up my business and giving me the confidence to know where to start and succeed. The team was so lovely and friendly. I am so grateful I did this course - thank you!”

🌟 “This was such a fantastic course! Lucy and Charly were brilliant at getting everyone included and comfortable to share and support each other.”

Ready to make your business dreams a reality?

👉 Find out more: https://www.wiltshirestartup.co.uk/

18/03/2025

🌟 Are you working on a project or venture that’s making Wiltshire an even better place?

Whether you’re starting a new initiative or looking to grow, this fully-funded programme, backed by expert trainers, is here to help you succeed! 🚀

Funded by Our Wiltshire and the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, in partnership with the University of Bath, The Future Smiths, and techSPARK, this programme is designed to help you have a lasting impact in your community.

Local Ventures. Community Connections. Lasting Impact.

Find out more 👉 https://www.wiltshireruralhubs.co.uk/

13/03/2025

🎲 Retro Relics: More than just a game café.

What started as a dream for Neil and Denise Rodwell is now a thriving community hub in Market Lavington. After 20 years in frontline care, Neil swapped shifts for strategy, opening Retro Relics, a welcoming space where board games, coffee, and connection come together.

Since launching in 2023, the café has grown beyond gaming, hosting book clubs, mental health drop-ins, and youth events.

💬 “We’ve realised we have several types of ideal customers, and gaming is just part of it.”

🚀 Their advice? “Reach out for support. There’s so much to learn, but your community will support you.”

Read more about their journey 👉 https://www.wiltshireruralhubs.co.uk/games-cafe-case-study

11/03/2025

🚀 Build a business plan that sets you up for success!

A business without a plan is like setting off on a journey without a map – you’ll struggle to reach your destination.

Whether you’re launching a new venture or refining an existing business, our Business Planning Workshop will help you create a solid roadmap to success.

📌 What you’ll gain:
✅ Step-by-step guidance on building a business plan
✅ Practical templates and resources to get started
✅ Group feedback to refine and perfect your plan
✅ Bonus: A one-to-one session with a business advisor for those applying for funding, grants, or loans

📍 Online
🗓 Thursday 13 March, 10:00 - 12:00

Sign up today 👉 https://bit.ly/41QKxbE

Join our hands on online workshop to build and write your business plan, perfect for aspiring and established business owners alike.

06/03/2025

🚀 Nook & Huddle, a brand-new community co-working space, is set to open its doors on 44 High Street, Malmesbury, offering freelancers, small businesses, and remote workers a flexible, welcoming workspace.

Founder Sara Harrod is bringing her long-held dream to life, thanks to support from the Fit for the Future programme.

💬 “I want this space to feel like a home office for anyone who uses it with a cosy and welcoming feel. It will be relaxed, with access to a small kitchen for drinks and comfy chairs for chatting or meeting up with clients or business contacts. I don’t know how the community will use the space yet; I will learn and adapt to what’s required once we are open.”

Read the full story 👉 https://bit.ly/4bxn7eD

04/03/2025

👾 Don’t let bad players ruin your cash flow!

Being paid in full and on time as an shouldn’t be stressful, from invoices being paid on time to chasing payments effectively, become more confident in keeping your cash flow ticking over nicely.

Join Nicki Kinton, an expert in all things cash flow, and gain confidence with her easy-to-follow steps.

Don't miss this informative aimed to help you learn how to:
🧠Improve your mindset and approach to payment terms
🤝 Build effective client relationships
🎯 Set expectations from the start.

This session is ideal for and wanting to get paid, with late payments becoming a rarity, not a regularity!

📍 Online
📆 6 March, 12:30 - 13:30
👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-get-paid-on-time-tickets-1258020837189?aff=oddtdtcreator

27/02/2025

🚨 Calling all minded founders and entrepreneurs in rural Wiltshire!

Starting or running a community business or social enterprise in the countryside can be daunting. Do you have an idea with a purpose, a community-focused venture, business or charity, but don’t know where to start?

Our experts can help guide you through the ups and downs and help you build solid foundations to ensure you make an impact and maintain momentum.

This interactive will help ensure your venture is focused, efficient and resilient by giving you new tools for success. 🛠️

Together we will:
✔️ identify your current position
✔️ refine your mission
✔️ align your ideas with the needs of your community for maximum impact

This webinar is open to aspiring non-profits and social enterprises, community projects, small businesses, charities or individuals passionate about communities based in rural .

📍 Online
📆 11 March, 09:30 - 14:30
👉 https://bit.ly/40pZcIR

20/02/2025

Are you a founder looking to level up your marketing strategy but don't have a big budget to play with? No problem, there are many options at your fingertips to improve your marketing game without spending any money.

Attend this insightful session to discover creative ways to reach your audience and grow your brand using existing resources.

Discover how to:
➡️ market without a budget — with creativity, collaboration, and
➡️ maximise social media and leverage your network
➡️ define and refine your marketing strategy
➡️ create meaningful content

This session is ideal for startups and nonprofits in without big marketing budgets who want to get hold of actionable ideas to implement straight away.

📍 Online
📆 27 February, 12:30 - 14:00
👉 https://bit.ly/3PF0hYB

18/02/2025

🎩 We know owners wear many hats - do you struggle to create stunning visuals without a costly designer?

Join this webinar to learn how to create professional visuals with ease and save time and money by using .

George Chan, founder of Blue Fire Films will share his creative knowledge and guide you through Canva’s features, templates and provide time-saving tips. You will leave with an understanding of the Canva platform and the confidence to create your own branding, marketing and campaign materials.

This session is designed for small businesses and non-profits based in who are keen to create engaging presentations and graphics to grow their brand to its full potential.

📍 Online
📆 26 February, 12:30 - 13:30
👉 https://bit.ly/40E38Hp

13/02/2025

🤖 Fancy getting a head start in using AI for all things creative?

Attend this online session to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of AI and how it can help you save time and money. The webinar will demonstrate how to use AI successfully to create copy, help with design, add some magic to your marketing and boost social media success.

Discover:
- What AI actually is with real-world examples
- How AI can help you save time and money
- How to start using AI (or improve how you already use it!)
- Avoid pitfalls when using AI

This webinar is open to startups, nonprofits and small businesses based in and is a free event.

📍 Online
📆 25 February, 12:30 - 13:30
👉 https://bit.ly/4g42x6m