Jennifer Jayarakah and Leigh Mason hatched a plan as art school students to develop an international arts complex in Devon. Just three years later they have seen their dream grow bigger and bolder than they could have imagined.
Archive | Student entrepreneurs
More than money on the side. Student entrepreneurs
If you’re considering working alongside your studies, here are a few pointers to consider before launching into a career as a student entrepreneur.
From Beans to Business: How University Can Enhance Entrepreneurial Skills
Don’t listen to people who say that university’s a waste of time if you want to run your own business. The gap between business skills and higher education is closing. Lianne Wilkinson shares her experience and tips.
Female innovators: taking the risks out of cycling
Road safety concerns are more likely to stop women cycling. So it’s great to see young female innovators developing successful products to get us back in the saddle.
Student Start-up? Get Networking! Juliana Geller’s Story
Juliana is building a digital media consultancy while she’s a student. Networking is at the heart of her strategy.
Sharing is everything… An Idea worth spreading
A visionary social enterprise, led by a group of female students in Amsterdam, aims to change the face of international development. On the launch of the OFoundation’s crowdfunding campaign, Victoria Peter tells their story.
Making a difference hasn’t been easy: Social Entrepreneur Daniella Genas
With the right support and determination, you can be an entrepreneur with social objectives.
Create Opportunities for Students and Graduates
Can students facilitate the growth of SMEs as well as get the experience they need?
StartUp Loans: Age Limit Removed
The government’s StartUp Loans are now open to all. If you really need a loan for your business, StartUp Loans are hard to beat.
Jessica Elliott: Young Entrepreneur Now Running 24 Dance Schools
Jessica Elliott formed J’s Dance Factory in 2008. Today over 1,000 kids attend classes in 24 schools across four London boroughs.
Starting a business while at university
Starting a business whilst at uni can be the perfect time to earn extra money and build a business for when you finish. Here’s how Naomi Stevens did it.
Top Tips for Making Money While You Study
Student life and working life need not be totally separate spheres, why not take advantage of the time you have to earn money?
World Class Learning for Free Online
Keeping professional skills up-to-date can be a real challenge. Here is our overview of how you can do it for free online with some of the world’s leading educational institutions.
Start-up Story: Lisa Newton Accounts for Her Own Success
“I just didn’t want to work for anyone else but myself. I also believe you should start before you have anything to lose… the sooner, the better.” Lisa started a bookkeeping service 8 years ago with £150. Today, she employs 25 people and runs a UK-wide franchise.
