Start-Up Day 2024

The British Library Business & IP Centre exists to support small business owners, entrepreneurs and inventors like you.

Start-up Day marks an important day in our calendar. Discover secrets to success from renowned industry leaders like Charlie Bigham. Network with like-minded entrepreneurs and get a professional headshot to enhance your brand. Plus, you can explore our dedicated BIPC area in the British Library and connect with industry experts at our speed mentoring sessions.

Once you put that knowledge into practice, we look forward to welcoming you back to the Business & IP Centre over the coming months and years as your business ideas begins to grow wings.

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How to make an impact with your business image

Throughout the day, take the opportunity to get free headshots and advice on business photography, business cards and marketing collateral in the foyer.

BIPC Tours

Join one of our team for a tour of the Business & IP Centre at the British Library. We'll show you our networking area, space for small informal meetings, our workshop room, and a view of the BIPC Reading Room for research or study.

The Reading Room is a hub for business support for any entrepreneur or business seeking help and advice through their business and intellectual property support. And with a free British Library Reader Pass, you can access research resources.

Tours will run at the times below with a maximum capacity of 15 pre-booked attendees.

12.00 - 12.45

14.00 - 14.45

16.15 - 17.00

More information on how to obtain a Reader Pass: https://www.bl.uk/research/#reader-registration

Join us later in the evening for Inspiring Entrepreneurs with Sara Davies MBE followed by networking, drinks and canapés.

Book your tickets here.

If you’re attending in person, please arrive no later than 15 minutes before the start time of this event. Find out about visiting the Library.

Captions are available for our online events and most in person events in the Pigott Theatre. If you have specific access requirements please email [email protected]

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