Teesside University Enterprise (Launchpad)

Based on the Teesside University campus, Launchpad drives T.U's enterprise, business start-up and business growth initiatives. Our unique offer includes: • Coaching & Mentoring support • Business Validation & Start-up Advice • Expert-led workshops • Superb subsidised office spaces, including Hot Desk facilities • Networking Events • The FUEL Programme – A flagship programme which provides in-depth business start-up/business growth workshops and an opportunity to pitch for funding. Our work in Launchpad has helped to instigate the creation of over 600 businesses - many of which have had an influence on the tech and wider sectors on a national and international level. As a result of its award-winning enterprise projects, Teesside University students and graduates generated more than £101 million GDP in the academic year 2022/23 - the seventh highest total in the UK – while employing over 700 staff.* *Higher Education Business and Community Interaction Survey, 2023 (HE-BCI).