Here at BRT, we have a lot of exciting events and opportunities to help you explore entrepreneurship, network with like-minded people and the find the right support to help you on your entrepreneurial journey no matter what stage your at.
Read on for more info on ways to engage, as well as some insights from some of our BRT members who have worked with us and turned their start-up dreams into reality.
You can also visit the Global Entrepreneurship website where they have more information about this weeks activity and the events running all week, online and
in-person, all over the world. Throughout the week BRT will be sharing advice, resources and some entrepreneur stories!
Some of the ways BRT can support you, this #GEW and beyond!
Be part of an entrepreneurial community
Meet the inspiring people and businesses that make up our BRT Community and make real, meaningful connections that drive you and your ideas forward. Learn, grow and share with a diverse community of international peers, experts and partners.
Free Business Advice
Our business advisers are here to provide mentorship, share insights, expertise and support you throughout your entrepreneurial journey. If you are looking for guidance, useful connections or someone to bounce ideas with you can book an appointment via our wesbite. At BRT we also share a range of online and offline assets, some of which you can find in our website resource bank!
BRT Start up Studio
Bright Red Triangles Start Up Studio is a hub for you and your entrepreneurial aspirations. BRT fosters innovation by providing a city centre collaborative workspace where members can explore, build, test and grow ideas together and advance entrepreneurial skills. Find out more...
As well as utilising our collaborative workspace, joining our community and booking business advice with the BRT team, our incubator programmes and monthly Bright Red Sparks Pitch competition offer a massive chance for you to grow and develop your ideas into a fully-fledged business.
Disciplined Entrepreneurship with BRT
6 week incubator programme guiding you through a practical step by step process to maximise chances of success & ultimate impact. Find out more...
Build your Student Side Hustle with BRT
5 step programme guiding a cohort of students and recent graduates through the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, as well as introducing them to experts and inspirational guest speakers who will share practical insights, support and tips to bring thier online side hustle business to life. Find out more...
Bright Red Sparks - Win £500
Apply to pitch your idea or business for the chance to win £500 to support the development of your venture. There is no need for a physical product or established business, all you need is an idea, ooodles of passion and be an #EdNapier student, staff or alumni! The events are open to everyone, So come along to network, meet our team, utilise our collaborative space and hear from some of our aspiring entrepreneurs! Find out more..
Freelance Academy with BRT
Learn everything you need to know about working for yourself - Discover whether freelancing is right for you - Gain experience and confidence - Join a supportive community that will help motivate and guide you whilst gaining valuable support from experienced business advisers, entrepreneurs and professionals.
Why not pop into our BRT startup Studio and say hello or join us at some of our upcoming events?
Start up Huddle: A Start up Huddle in partnership with the Scottish Business Network and the Global Entrepreneurship Network. Come along to connect with fellow entrepreneurs in the city. Grow your network, learn and share insights and advice.
Exploring Entrepreneurship Drop in
Got a question about entrepreneurship or our enterprise support? Come visit us at our Start up Incubator and grab a free coffee and get answers to your questions.
Our Business Adviser Pete will be around to connect with.
No sign up required - Friday 18th 10am-12pm/2pm-4pm
Bright Red Sparks
Do you have a Business idea? Pitch and you could win £500 to support your growth ambitions! Join us to network and hear from our aspiring entrepreneurs
If you can’t make any of these opportunities, not to worry, we have plenty of events running throughout the year and also amplify events, workshops and opportunities hosted with our partners.
Do you have the fear about starting a business?
Becoming an entrepreneur can be a scary thought for most. Where do I start? What if I fail? Let's explore some of the common fears and how we can approach overcoming these fears and get the right support to lead to success.
If you want to stay up to date with the BRT Community, join our mailing list to receive our newsletter to stay in the loop about our events, programmes and opportunities.
If you are a Edinburgh Napier University student, staff or alumni, you can also register to join our community today!
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