Hey! Here’s what’s happening in the Enterprise Nation community this week
As the summer draws to a close, we’re heading into September with fresh energy. From local business meetups expanding into new locations to community workshops and expert led Ask Me Anythings, there’s plenty to get involved in.
What the community are saying 🗣️
This week, we want to know what’s stopping you from hiring graduates or junior team members, Ambassador Jaxx Nelson is “here to make you mad”, and members share some fantastic small business wins with us.
Member spotlight: Ryan Panchoo 🍩
Ryan has won Channel 4 Sales and Lloyds Bank’s Black in Business 2026. His inclusive treats brand Borough 22 will receive £200k of TV advertising, alongside mentorship.
“For a business that started in my garden kitchen because I wanted my children with allergies to feel included, seeing the brand heading onto national television is a pretty special moment. More than anything, it’s given me a huge amount of optimism about what comes next. We’ve spent years building the foundations. Now we have an opportunity to put Borough 22 in front of millions of people.”
Calling all product-based businesses! 🛒
Want to get your products noticed? Take part in an Enterprise Nation Instagram giveaway and showcase your brand to a wider audience. Reach new customers, increase brand awareness, and get your products directly into the hands of our community.
Register your interest by emailing [email protected], with the subject line ‘Member Giveaway.’
How are you using AI, and what do you need support with? 🤖
We're gathering insights on how UK small businesses are using AI and what support would help you get the most out of these tools.
Your responses will help us shape relevant learning experiences for our community, and by submitting your answers you could be in with the chance to win a £50 Amazon voucher!
Upcoming events timetable 🎟️
1 Sep: Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, Essex online meet-up
2 Sep: Central & West London, Ireland online meet-up
8 Sep: Wales online meet-up
Special Event 🎨
Join Local Leader, Jarmila Yu on 30th September, for a special in-person Small Business Local Meet-up at Kaizen Fine Art, bringing together entrepreneurs from Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire for an evening of creativity, fresh thinking and connections.
Hear from artist Tatia Starkey, Kaizen Fine Art founder James Thompson and Jarmila on creativity, entrepreneurship, brand confidence and growth. Enjoy an exclusive exhibition preview, drinks, canapés and a charity raffle.
Booking is essential - £5 payable on the door, with proceeds supporting Kaizen’s local charity art project.
That’s all for today 👋
We’ll be back on Wednesday with The Founder newsletter. If you want to feature in an upcoming Community Catch-up, reply to this email.