Start‑Up Growth Workshop: NatWest Accelerator

Are you an early‑stage entrepreneur ready to build a stronger, more confident business?

We’re working with NatWest to deliver a practical, high‑impact Start‑Up Workshop designed to help new founders build solid financial foundations, understand their customers, and accelerate early growth.

This session blends NatWest’s Accelerator expertise with our hands‑on support, giving you real‑world tools, expert guidance, and a supportive peer network to help you move forward with confidence.

What you’ll learn
You’ll gain practical insights and actionable knowledge, including:

• A guided walk‑through of the NatWest Accelerator and how it can support your growth
• How to access experienced professionals for free mentoring
• Support with identifying grants and early‑stage funding
• A deep‑dive into one essential start‑up challenge, such as:
• Understanding your customers
• Strategic marketing
• Basic financial planning
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and building a resilient mindset

Who should attend
Ideal for:

• Early‑stage founders and new business owners
• Anyone wanting to strengthen their financial understanding, customer strategy, or confidence
• Start‑ups seeking a supportive peer network and access to expert guidance

Why attend
You’ll leave with:

• A clear understanding of essential financial tools
• Practical insights into early‑stage challenges
• Access to mentors and advisers from NatWest and St Helens Business Launchpad
• Awareness of grant and funding opportunities
• Increased confidence in decision‑making
• A supportive peer network
• Optional quarterly webinar watch‑along sessions for continued development

Once registered, our team will follow up with all the details and confirm your place.

St Helens Business Launchpad is delivered by , an award-winning social enterprise. To note: this programme is specifically designed to support businesses within the St Helens borough.