Entrepreneurial leaders unite for a dynamic and inclusive economy

The University of York is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious Enterprise Awards 2024.

Today marked a momentous occasion as we celebrated the launch of the Northern Powerhouse Ethnic Minority Business Barometer 2024. The event, hosted by Lord Karan Bilimoria CBE DL, took place at the House of Lords.

The University of York is delighted to announce the shortlist for the highly anticipated Enterprise Awards 2024. These awards highlight the remarkable talent driving economic growth and social impact in the region, showcasing the outstanding achievements and contributions to the vibrant enterprise ecosystem of York and North Yorkshire.

A new report from the University of York has shown that if women entrepreneurs were better supported to start businesses in the North Yorkshire region they could generate nearly 165,000 jobs and provide a £2.6bn boost to the local economy.

Multi award-winning company mnAi have partnered with the Enterprise Works at the University of York to provide vital data to support research into the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in York & North Yorkshire.

Businesses owned by people from ethnic minority groups are being urged to take part in research which will examine their business confidence levels, barriers to growth, and gather data on their business support needs.

Business owners and entrepreneurs across York and North Yorkshire are encouraged to apply for the University of York’s Enterprise Awards 2024.

Members of the University of York’s Enterprise Works team hosted entrepreneurs, MPs, alumni, students and wider policymakers at a House of Commons event to explore how Britain can redefine business policy for a dynamic and inclusive economy.

An entrepreneur exchange run by the University of York has created opportunities for three of the region’s small businesses to expand their client base internationally, get local, expert market advice, and create overseas investment opportunities.

Entrepreneurs from the University of York are celebrating after receiving 3 awards at the recent Start-up Saturday event

The University has launched a new series of events focusing on the lived experiences of women across a range of sectors and roles within enterprise

This week, we are celebrating our 6 month anniversary. We look back on what we've achieved so far and our plans for 2023.

Students take part in a week-long entrepreneurial skills workshop, run by the University of York and Entrepreneurial Spark.

Our brand new Creativity Lab is now open for business, offering the chance to explore and experiment with new, exciting technologies. The lab features a wide range of equipment including high-end gaming workstations equipped with a range of creative editing software and access to game engines.

Enterprise Works and colleagues from York St John University hosted over 80 social organisations at their “Unlocking the impact of our social organisations” event on the 20th October.

The University of York and the Company of Merchant Adventurers are expanding their existing partnership to deliver a range of events to promote enterprise in York and beyond.

The York Law School Baroness Hale Legal Clinic's Small Business Legal Clinic in association with Leeds-based law firm Ward Hadaway has launched appointments for clients with non-urgent legal support.

The University of York's Accelerator Programme, Phase One has partnered with global CRM provider Zendesk to further expand its suite of support services for start-up businesses.

The University of York has formed a partnership with Barclays Eagle Labs to provide business support and advice to entrepreneurs and businesses in the city.

The University of York has launched a new business hub to help support the region’s entrepreneurial community with dedicated facilities and expertise.