Article Source: InCube
Last Updated: 13 March 2016 11:53
The Invest in Renfrewshire Incubator Hub (InCube) is a fantastic opportunity to launch or grow your own creative retail business with funding and support from industry specialists and advisors.
Winning entrepreneurs will win a package of support including:
Free office & meeting space in modern & fully equipped premises in Paisley town centre, with free IT, video conferencing and WiFi for up to 9 months (potential extension to 12 months).
Access to funding
E-commerce, branding, website & social media support from specialist advisors
Access to a range of workshops on the “how to” aspects of making your business successful eg marketing, book-keeping, sales, customer service, business growth planning
Access to free retail space in InCube shop to showcase/sell your own products
Business advisory support
Business mentoring within a creative, supportive environment.
Access to high profile networking events
1 year membership of Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce
Application Process
Step 1 Complete the online registration form. The InCube team will get in touch with eligible applicants & issue a Business Plan template.
Step 2 Eligible applicants will be invited meet the InCube team to discuss their business idea & products, and get feedback on their Business Plan.
Step 3 Successful applicants from Stage 2 will then attend the judging panel which will take place on 1st June.
Please note: applicants need to ensure that sufficient time is allowed for completion and return of plan – it is this plan which will be scored and used to determine which applications are being taken forward to the judging panel.
Important Dates
Apply from: 8th March 2016
Closing date for submission of applications: 25th April
Pitching panel: 9th, 10th or 11th May
Presentation to judges: 1st June
Winners Announced: week commencing 12th June
Programme start date: week commencing 4th July
Programme Overview
The InCube programme is tailored to the needs of emerging creative retail businesses including those in the fashion, textile, jewellery and craft sectors. Participants will attend the core programme for 2 days per week with hot desks/business development space being available a further 3 days per week on an optional and pre-bookable basis. The core programme will be delivered over 6 months with workshops delivered 1 day per week by industry experts and a further 1 day per week offering a variety of sessions including Inspirers sessions, workshops, mentoring and business planning sessions. Additional workshops and support may be available by agreement. Advice and support will be available for branding, website creation & management, social media and e-commerce. InCube businesses will have the opportunity to sell their products at InCube Shop.
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