Thinking of starting your own business? Whether you’ve just got an idea or you’re in your first year of trading, the Business Lincolnshire Start-Up Academy is here to help you succeed.
Through expert workshops, one-to-one support and tailored resources, we’ll guide you through the early stages – from shaping your idea to securing funding and growing your business with confidence.
The transition from business idea to registering a business and then the early stages of running your own business can be a scary proposition. By signing up to the Start-up Academy, you’ll have access to the advice of an impartial, experienced business person. Someone to act as a sounding board, providing focused and objective assistance. Our professional Start-up Business Advisers provide advice to support new and early-stage businesses as well as individuals considering self-employment.
Starting your own business is exciting – but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s where your dedicated Start-up Adviser comes in.
Our advisers are experienced professionals who act as mentors, sounding boards, and strategic guides to help you make confident decisions and avoid common pitfalls. Whether you’re shaping your first business plan or navigating early growth challenges, they provide the expertise and encouragement you need to move forward.
You can join the Start-Up Academy through one of our delivery partners, based on your location:
Greater Lincolnshire
Contact NBV
Tel: 0844 887 2568
Email: enquiries@nbv.co.uk
North East Lincolnshire
Contact the E-Factor Business Start-Up Academy
Tel: 01472 252780
Email: info@e-factor.co.uk
North Lincolnshire
Contact Invest In North Lincolnshire
Tel: 01724 297330
Email: businessinfo@northlincs.gov.uk
Alternatively, you can submit an enquiry online and we’ll connect you to the right adviser.
Our Starting in Business workshops are practical, friendly, and packed with useful insights. You’ll learn:
Plus, you’ll meet others on the same path – sharing ideas, building connections, and learning from each other.
"Really appreciated the opportunity to attend, just what I needed to help organise and prioritise my thoughts on getting started."
Catherine Jenkins
Interested in booking onto one of our Starting in Business workshops?
View our events calendar for details
"The workshop was very informative, in particular day two, and the information on finances. It was helpful to meet other individuals in similar situations, valuable advice from NBV’s Business Trainer, Beryl – much appreciated. Would thoroughly recommend to others at any stage of setting up a business to consider."
Trish Kelly
"Great workshop! Very well done and very useful information delivered in an excellent manner. I would highly recommend to anyone that is interested in improving their relationship and in growing their business opportunities."
Mario Kostadinov
A free programme offering workshops and one-to-one mentoring for new and aspiring business owners in Lincolnshire.
Anyone with a business idea, or a newly launched business still within its early stages of trading.
It’s completely free for eligible individuals and businesses in the region.
Join a workshop, contact a delivery partner, or submit an enquiry online.
You’ll join an interactive session led by a business trainer, covering things like business planning, finance, marketing and legal essentials.
No – even if your idea is still developing, the Academy is here to help you shape and test it.
Yes – support is available for businesses in their early stages, typically up to 12 months old.
Absolutely. Many participants are exploring self-employment after redundancy or a career change.