If you’re in Essex and growing a business, building a brand, or evolving a big idea, this is the place for you.
For networking, resources, events, shoutouts, and a dose of ‘you’ve got this’.
This is your local community. Step inside and join the other entrepreneurs.
Your Essex Community
Running a business is exciting and challenging.
Share your journey with others who understand, support, and celebrate your success.
Join today and become part of your community.
Every big business
was once a small idea that someone believed in
Upcoming Events
The Basics of Starting a Business
21st May, 2026
Online
FREE
In this Masterclass, Mark and Jake from the Business Support Service will share the key steps needed to start a business! They'll cover all the basics, including: ✅ planning & legal set up ✅ f…
Colchester Sales Accelerator Course
5th June, 2026
Colchester
FREE
This game changing course guides sales and non sales people through a 360 sales process. Starting with grabbing attention and active listening, proceeding to building relationships and triaging your c…
Master Your Finances
11th June, 2026
Patch, Chelmsford or Online
FREE
Running your own business means wearing a lot of hats, but finance doesn’t have to be the one that keeps you up at night!Join us in Chelmsford for a practical workshop designed specifically for SME…
Latest News
30th March, 2026
Practical support for Essex businesses ready to grow If you’re trying to grow your business but aren’t sure what to focus on next, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why we’ve launched th…
19th November, 2025
We were thrilled to welcome Lucy-Jo Hudson, award-winning actress best known for her roles in Coronation Street and Hollyoaks, as our special guest speaker at our recent event, “How to Become an Inf…
16th September, 2025
Essex businesses: join Ambitious Essex for Rural Connections this November to discover more about the future potential of the county’s rural economies and communities.Date: Thursday 6 November 2025T…