Re-ignite the spark of creativity and passion for your start-up
The Founder Pitstop is a free four-week, in-person programme helping experienced start-up founders navigate the pressure of running a venture. This programme addresses a fundamental truth hurting many businesses: sustaining a venture requires not just operational grit, but the space to reconnect with the curiosity and creativity that fuel long-term resilience.
Combining reflective business support with hands-on creative practice, weekly workshops ran by Allia Impact & Madam Makery offer a different way to tackle the isolation and cognitive load eroding curiosity for so many. These workshops will allow founders to take a step back, think strategically to problem-solve the challenges they face, break routine thinking, and return to the spark that gave them a reason to start their business.
What you’ll gain:
We’re looking for experienced founders ready to break the monotony and challenge the difficulties that have come with their day-to-day operations. Participants must be willing to embrace their creative side – no artistic skill is required, just the right attitude to help reconnect to your imagination.
Cost: Free
Dates: Starting on 29th May until 19th June, workshops will be held every Friday from 10am-2pm, and will include a provided lunch break.
Sessions will be split in half between reflective business support, led by Allia Impact, and creative practice workshops ran by Madam Makery.
Although you don’t need to meet all the criteria, we are targeting the following in applicants:
We prioritise founders facing structural barriers or lacking access to high-level support networks, aiming for a cohort that reflects our community’s diversity.
If this sounds like the space you need, we invite you to apply.
Only 14 places in this free pilot programme.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early, so get your application sent in as soon as possible to join this special new scheme. Don’t miss your chance to fuel your venture and get back on the road to success.
Take a step back to move forward.
Secure your place before applications close on 15 May.
For more information on the programme structure, how it works, or if you’re unsure whether it’s right for you: contact our Programme Manager, Paul Wight, at the link below.
Up to £5,000 in funding and expert support for businesses ready to grow
If your business has been trading for a year or two, you’ll know this phase well.
You know your business has potential, you just need the right support to grow it.
Tower Hamlets Support for Startups is a free programme designed to help you move forward with clarity, build a plan, and access funding opportunities. This programme is funded by the London Borough of Tower Hamlets through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, supported by the Greater London Authority, and delivered by Allia Impact.
Re-ignite the spark of creativity and passion for your start-up
The Founder Pitstop is a free four-week, in-person programme helping experienced start-up founders navigate the pressure of running a venture. This programme addresses a fundamental truth hurting many businesses: sustaining a venture requires not just operational grit, but the space to reconnect with the curiosity and creativity that fuel long-term resilience.
Combining reflective business support with hands-on creative practice, weekly workshops ran by Allia Impact & Madam Makery offer a different way to tackle the isolation and cognitive load eroding curiosity for so many. These workshops will allow founders to take a step back, think strategically to problem-solve the challenges they face, break routine thinking, and return to the spark that gave them a reason to start their business.
Turn your idea into an impactful venture
Start Strong Lewisham is a free 6-week business support programme for Lewisham residents who want to turn an idea into a business or social venture.
Whether you are just getting started or still exploring an early idea, the programme will help you build your confidence, develop your business idea, and take practical steps towards launching. It is designed to support aspiring founders from all backgrounds, especially those who may not have seen themselves reflected in traditional start-up spaces.
