Launch It Scotland

Launch It Scotland Youth enterprise charity supporting young people to start or grow successful businesses.🙌🏽🚀

We’re delighted to welcome Misty Cowin as a new trustee of Launch It Paisley.🚀As Director of Finance and Commercial at S...
15/06/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Misty Cowin as a new trustee of Launch It Paisley.🚀
As Director of Finance and Commercial at Scottish Renewables, Misty leads financial strategy and commercial operations that help drive the growth of Scotland’s renewable energy sector. She brings a wealth of experience in finance, leadership, and organisational development, along with a strong commitment to supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs.🙌🏽
Misty’s expertise and insight will be invaluable as we continue to help young people turn their business ideas into reality.
Her passion for creating opportunities, fostering innovation and strengthening local communities aligns perfectly with our mission, and we know her support will make a meaningful difference to the young entrepreneurs we work with.💛
We’re excited to have Misty on board & look forward to the impact we’ll make together. Welcome to the Launch It Paisley team! 👏🏽

Celebrating Pat Shelley FRSA's outstanding legacy as he steps down as CEO of Launch It. 🚀 ✨ We’re proud to share two maj...
11/06/2026

Celebrating Pat Shelley FRSA's outstanding legacy as he steps down as CEO of Launch It. 🚀 ✨
We’re proud to share two major recognitions: C-Suite Insider Social Mobility Innovator of the Year – London 2026 and CEO Monthly’s Most Influential CEO 2026 (Youth Empowerment & Social Enterprise Leader – UK), alongside Launch It being named Leading Youth Entrepreneurship Charity 2026 – UK. 👏
These awards reflect the impact of a leadership journey rooted in purpose, championing social mobility, breaking down barriers to opportunity and helping young people from underrepresented backgrounds access the space, skills, and confidence to build their own futures.
Through Launch It’s work supporting young entrepreneurs with affordable workspace, expert mentoring and tailored business support, thousands of young founders have been empowered to turn ideas into viable ventures, many of whom may otherwise have been locked out of opportunity. 💯
A fitting recognition of a legacy defined by inclusion, belief in potential & lasting change across the UK’s youth enterprise landscape. Congratulations, Pat! 🏆

We’re delighted to celebrate Kayleigh, founder of More Than Her Mindse and the incredible progress she’s made in 2026 so...
10/06/2026

We’re delighted to celebrate Kayleigh, founder of More Than Her Mindse and the incredible progress she’s made in 2026 so far! 😍✨
From launching a fresh new brand and website to successfully fundraising and growing her impact, it’s been an exciting year of momentum and achievement so far!
Through More Than Her Mindset, Kayleigh is dedicated to empowering women to build confidence, strengthen their wellbeing and overcome the barriers that hold them back, creating positive change in both their personal and professional lives.💛
Launch It Paisley is proud to support Kayleigh on her entrepreneurial journey and to see her vision continue to flourish. Her success is a testament to what can be achieved with passion, determination and the right support network.
We can’t wait to see what comes next for More Than Her Mindset! 🙌🏽✨
🌐 Explore her new website at morethanhermindset.co.uk

A powerful reminder from Robbie Norval, founder of Lingo Flamingo, an award-winning Scottish social enterprise that uses...
09/06/2026

A powerful reminder from Robbie Norval, founder of Lingo Flamingo, an award-winning Scottish social enterprise that uses foreign language learning as a form of cognitive therapy for older adults and individuals living with dementia: the real value of the journey isn’t just what you achieve, but who you become along the way.💯✨
It starts with choosing to trust yourself before anything feels certain and building everything from there, one step at a time!
📣 How did you learn to start betting on yourself? Share in the comments & inspire someone today!

London Tech Week is here & so is the future of business! 🚀 As London Tech Week brings together innovators, entrepreneurs...
08/06/2026

London Tech Week is here & so is the future of business! 🚀
As London Tech Week brings together innovators, entrepreneurs and industry leaders, one message stands out: shaping the future of business through technology only works when opportunity is accessible to everyone. 💯
At Launch It, we see this every day. Entrepreneurship has the power to transform lives, create jobs and strengthen communities, but great ideas need the right foundations to grow.
Affordable workspace. Mentoring. Networks. Practical, hands-on support. These aren’t “nice to haves”; they’re essential for early-stage founders turning ambition into impact. ✨
As conversations across London Tech Week explore innovation, AI, and growth, we’re equally focused on ensuring the next wave of founders isn’t left behind, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds. Because when diverse founders thrive, we don’t just build more businesses, we unlock better ideas, stronger local economies and a more inclusive future. 🙌
💡 London Tech Week celebrates what’s possible. At Launch It, we’re here to help make it real. More about what we do at launchit.org.uk

Securing the right funding can be the difference between a good idea and a sustainable, growing social enterprise.📣That'...
08/06/2026

Securing the right funding can be the difference between a good idea and a sustainable, growing social enterprise.📣
That's why as part of the Launch It Founder Finance Academy programme, we're hosting a practical virtual masterclass on 17 June, 1–2pm with our very own development director, Laura Symmons, to help you better understand the funding landscape and develop the skills needed to access and manage funding effectively.💪💯
Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your impact, you'll gain valuable insights into finding opportunities, strengthening applications and building a fundraising approach that supports long-term success. Swipe to see the full session coverage!
🎟️ Take the next step towards growing your social enterprise with confidence. Sign up at launchit.org.uk/founderfinance now! 📈✨
🌐 Missed the past masterclasses? Head on over to the link above to access our Digital Resource Hub now!

04/06/2026

Just a little reminder that you’re in good hands.💛🚀
Our enterprise manager Becca’s career journey started right here in Paisley and now she’s helping the next generation of founders build theirs.✨
She’s passionate about supporting young people to explore self-employment, build confidence and make the most of every opportunity that comes their way.💯

Supporting young people, creating opportunities and helping our community grow — that’s what it’s all about. 🌱✨
🌐 More about our work & impact at launchit.org.uk/paisley

We recently stopped by the studio of Hannah Cain, the talented kiltmaker behind Hannah Cain Design, a business supported...
03/06/2026

We recently stopped by the studio of Hannah Cain, the talented kiltmaker behind Hannah Cain Design, a business supported by & based in Launch It Dundee, and left feeling inspired all over again.😍✨
Fresh from representing Scottish craftsmanship as a model for Strathmore Woollen Company during New York Tartan Week, an international celebration of culture, heritage and fashion, Hannah is back where her creativity truly shines: in the studio, bringing beautiful designs to life. We were lucky enough to get a glimpse behind the scenes and witness the passion, skill and dedication that define her work.🪡🧵
As one of Dundee’s exciting young design talents, Hannah continues to demonstrate how traditional craft can be reimagined with confidence, innovation and style. Her journey so far has been remarkable, and we’re excited to see the next milestones she reaches as her career continues to flourish.
 
These photos will also feature on Design Lives Here, UNESCO City of Design Dundee’s supporter scheme, which celebrates and showcases the individuals, organisations and businesses across Dundee who embody and champion design values through their work.💯
It’s a platform dedicated to highlighting local creative talent and the artistry, innovation and impact that design brings to our city and Hannah is a wonderful example of that spirit in action.💛
👉🏽 Find out more about the scheme at cityofdesigndundee/com/design-lives-here now!
🌐 More about our work at launchit.org.uk/dundee. Photos by

With nearly one million young people in the UK currently not in education, employment or training, the challenge is sign...
02/06/2026

With nearly one million young people in the UK currently not in education, employment or training, the challenge is significant but so is the opportunity to forge a different path.💪🚀
Whether through entrepreneurship, learning new skills, freelancing, volunteering, or building a side project, opportunities are often created by those willing to take initiative.
💯 Success rarely starts with perfect circumstances; it starts with the decision to act despite uncertainty. Tag or comment your favourite young founder or small/local business and let's keep opening doors for one another!

Last year, we had the pleasure of welcoming Rashed Mamun, CEO of Bangladesh Youth Enterprise Advice & Help Centre (BYEAH...
01/06/2026

Last year, we had the pleasure of welcoming Rashed Mamun, CEO of Bangladesh Youth Enterprise Advice & Help Centre (BYEAH), to Launch It as part of a learning exchange through our valued partner network, Youth Business International.🚀✨
His reflections remind us why sharing ideas and learning from one another is so important when it comes to supporting young people to start and grow businesses.
At Launch It, we see every day how much potential exists within the young founders we support. Turning that potential into sustainable businesses requires more than a programme; it takes strong partnerships, shared learning and organisations willing to invest in long-term pathways to self-employment.💪💯
The more people who see the ambition, creativity and resilience of the young entrepreneurs in our community, the stronger the ecosystem we can build around them. Collaboration remains at the heart of our work, and we're grateful to the partners, supporters, and funders helping us expand opportunities for the next generation of founders.
🌐 Collaborate with us on initiatives that can help empower UK young founders needing support the most! Go to launchit.org.uk/partnerships or email [email protected] now!

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