The programmes are focused on social entrepreneurs whose businesses are at different stages of growth – from those right at the beginning of the journey who want to start their own enterprise or charity (Start Your Business), or for more established social enterprises wanting to grow and scale (Grow Your Business).
Through joining one of Allia’s programmes, social entrepreneurs will receive personalised support from our coaches, as well as being introduced to mentors and industry experts who will give invaluable advice and tips. They can also focus on growing their network, identifying key opportunities to develop their social enterprise, and build a roadmap for their own definition of success.
Choose which programme is right for you below, or get in touch at hello@alliaimpact.co.uk to talk to a member of the venture support team.
Start Your Business: programme for aspiring entrepreneurs
Thinking of starting a business to help create a positive impact?
Allia's 2-month programme will help you understand the basics of building a business and provide you with the tools you need to get set up for success. Dedicated to aspiring social entrepreneurs looking to start their own social enterprise, charity or impact organisation. The programme will support you through:
- Expert workshops, from validating your idea to sales strategy and funding
- 1-1 support tailored to you
- Network with like-minded people
- Alumni benefits including exclusive discounts & free co-working days
Applications close 4th September. Click here to apply.
“I think Allia’s programmes are a great chance for a social enterprise to take their business to the next level – making a commitment to join a programme means you benefit from focusing on your purpose and growth in a supportive environment and I think this can only be a good thing. As an entrepreneur you also need to bounce ideas around and hear the experience of others to help shape your business, so Allia’s programme is a great way to get expert support whilst having a friendly community giving you encouragement but also challenging your thinking (we all need that!)” – Jane Thompson, Membership and Marketing Manager at Social Enterprise East of England
Grow Your Business Programme: for social enterprises, charities and impact organisations
Are you a business owner looking to scale and increase your social impact?
Applications are open for the Grow Your Business programme, exclusive to social enterprises, charities and impact organisations in Cambridge. Join a cohort of like-minded business owners for 3 months of dedicated support with:
- Expert workshops, from marketing & HR to sales & financing
- Tailored support & mentorship tailored to your organisation
- Network with other small business owners in your area
- Alumni benefits including exclusive discounts and free co-working opportunities
Applications close 28th August. Click here to apply.
What is a social enterprise?
Social enterprises are businesses that trade in order to tackle the major challenges we face in society. They make their money from selling goods and services in the open market, but reinvest their profits back into the business or the local community.
Many not only create jobs and pay taxes like any other business, but they also seek to create social and public benefit, in their communities, often supporting some of society’s most vulnerable groups.
All of Allia's programmes are fully funded, so free for you to access! Part-funded by Cambridge City Council Grants.
Need more information? Please contact hello@alliaimpact.co.uk
