Mike Stephens

CEO at Entrepreneurial Spark @ESparkGlobal. Not half as funny as my daughter thinks I am. Idealist, harmonizer and curiosity advocate.

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

#A 6-month journey comes to an end today – we are concluding Cohort 1 of Transform SY!

The next journey is starting soon. Do you want to be part of it? Apply for Cohort 2 here – there’s only a week left! https://t.co/24piCq72vB
#startupsy #entrepreneurship

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Right now is a tough time to be a founder. But when is it NOT a tough time to be one?

It's a path full of obstacles and walking it alone is, frankly, not smart. 

Wrap yourself with support by applying for Transform SY. Check our programme here: https://t.co/24piCq72vB

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Who wants to pitch their startup, get feedback, and then repeat?

Join us for free, meet other founders and startup enthusiasts and practice your pitching skills while collecting feedback about how to improve.

Link: https://t.co/bfRcnZtyf2
#startupsy

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

You’ve left your job and fully focused on your startup. Congrats!....

… And now what?

We know what – join Transform SY!
We will help you to take off faster than you’ve ever expected.

Apply for Cohort 2 here: https://t.co/45IKf4uHzh
#startupsy #ukstartups #accelerator

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

What's the best part of Transform SY?

Here's what @martin_highett - head of BD at @totallysecure and member of Transform SY - Cohort 1, said:

Apply for Transform SY - Cohort 2 here: https://t.co/ivaL2HYGw8
#startupsy #ukstartups

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Applications are now open for Transform SY – Cohort 2!

Do you want to become an excellent entrepreneur? Apply for the programme here: https://t.co/EnvY3N9ZBM
#startupsy #ukstartups #entrepreneur #business #startups #southyorkshire #doncaster #barnsley #rotherham #sheffield

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Business accelerators are great for building sustainable communities.

We can see it with Cohort 1 – the connections forged, even virtually, will transcend the programme.

Get a chance to join Transform SY’s community by applying for Cohort 2. Applications open on May 27th📅

[Mike Stephens @Mike_S_82]

@mrtwolfend @LauraIHBennett @SheffTechParks This is all fantastic news- we should definitely shout about these things more!

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Today’s entrepreneur in focus is @akeemomotola from @CnergyFund

A bold mission, for a brave entrepreneur – Akeem is trying to revolutionise how energy is provided to rural communities in Africa, with a sustainable twist.

Learn more here: https://t.co/Ae4PHMdBac
#startupsy

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Great Startup Meetup Doncaster last night!

There was a lot of positive energy in the room from the Doncaster startup community, the venue was fantastic and the talk from @THEJamesAshford from @GoProposal was inspiring and thoughtful.

Until next time, Doncaster🙌
#startupsy

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Workshop No. 1 for the day - completed!

Knowing yourself is vital for a successful entrepreneur and working on one's self-awareness is the way to get to know yourself better.

Now onto No. 2 - Thinking Errors!
#startupsy #selfawareness #ukstartups

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

It's finally time for Acceler8 - our in-person, all-day event!

Entrepreneurs, mentors and partners are joining us at the @UKSE_official Innovation Centre for a day full of learning, networking, and entrepreneurial acceleration.

We are ready, are you?
#startupsy #ukstartups

[Entrepreneurial Spark @ESparkGlobal]

Our South Yorkshire accelerator is opening an early application window for its 2nd cohort, starting in July.

Learn what are the perks from applying earlier and embark on a journey to become a better entrepreneur!
#startupsy #entrepreneur #ukstartups

[Entrepreneurial Spark @ESparkGlobal]

Great news for the space sector and the alumni of the @spacegovuk Space Accelerator!🚀

They created 80 jobs last year - 2.6% of all the employment growth in the sector.📈

Well done everybody👏
https://t.co/RoevF2RByf
#ukspace #ukstartups #space #Entrepreneurship

[Entrepreneurial Spark @ESparkGlobal]

Tickets for Startup Meetup Sheffield are nearly over!

Spend your lunch break networking with entrepreneurs rather than browsing through social media.

Get your free ticket today to make sure you don’t miss it: https://t.co/61LyGVl2Of
#startupsy #meetup #startups #ukstartups

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Fantastic event last night with Patrick Speedie from @IN_PART and great questions from the audience indeed.

The next meetup is coming as soon as tomorrow! Join us in Barnsley and connect with South Yorkshire's startup ecosystem.

Tickets: https://t.co/0GuSsTVVdw
#startupsy

[Entrepreneurial Spark @ESparkGlobal]

We can't wait until Friday for the @spacegovuk Gemini Event, powered by @ESparkGlobal.

We've worked hard to deliver space capability and help hundreds of space entrepreneurs to develop their businesses and now it's time to celebrate our combined effort.
#ukspace #space #event

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Do you want to learn what’s new with South Yorkshire’s 🔥hottest🔥 business accelerator in 2022?

Read about Transform SY – futuristic agritech🚜, ethical social medias🤳, and many more impressive businesses transforming South Yorkshire: https://t.co/2EQ8Hst44H
#startupsy

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

Meet Mark Cody, MD, and Corporate Property Solutions!

CPS makes peoples' lives easier by providing bespoke accommodation services for UK businesses. Their goal is to become one of the largest accommodation providers in the UK.

Learn more about them here: https://t.co/ak8cDOEwm3

[Transform SY @transform_sy]

It’s finally time for Startup Meetup Rotherham!

🤯More than 40 people registered
😎We are hosting it at the great Fusion@Magna Business Centre
🎩Bring your networking hat!

You still have a chance to get your tickets and join us today at 6pm: https://t.co/8GK2k0OsXz
#startupsy