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Ipswich Thrive 2025: Employability & Entrepreneurial Skills Showcase
- Date
- 11 March 2025
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- 11 March 2025
- Time
- 1.00 PM–5.00 PM
- Location
- The Atrium Building, Ipswich, IP4 1LQ
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The Ipswich Thrive Business Expo 2025 is a key event for students wanting to explore entrepreneurship or intrapreneurship, as well as for business professionals looking to connect with emerging talent.
The University of Suffolk’s Careers, Employability and Enterprise (CEE) team are delighted to be participating in Ipswich Borough Council’s Ipswich Thrive Business Week which takes place from 10 – 18 March 2025. We are running a number of events which will showcase the University of Suffolk’s academics, alumni, CPD, civic responsibilities, facilities, funding opportunities for organisations, student and graduate entrepreneurial talent.
Through a series of preparation sessions and a dynamic showcase event, students will choose to explore one of two exciting pathways: Intrapreneurship, focusing on solving real-world business challenges within organisations, and Entrepreneurship, where students can pitch start-up ideas to industry experts. Throughout the event, participants will take part in workshops, mentoring sessions, and a final showcase of innovative ideas and solutions to employer challenges.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to develop entrepreneurial skills, connect with local employers, and network with fellow innovators. It’s also a great chance for local businesses and entrepreneurs to engage with emerging talent and explore new collaborations.
In addition to the exciting opportunities at the Ipswich Thrive Business Week 2025, we are pleased to announce that there will be two £100 cash prizes awarded at the showcase, along with a catered, low-key celebration and certificates of achievement for all participants.
Join us for the first session of this exciting series, where employers will present real-world business challenges through online/recorded pitches. This session is designed to engage students by encouraging them to brainstorm and ideate solutions to these challenges or come up with their own start-up ideas. It’s a great opportunity to dive into practical problem-solving and get creative with innovative business concepts.
In this interactive workshop, we’ll guide you through the next steps in developing your idea and turning it into a compelling pitch. Learn the key elements of storytelling, how to structure your presentation, and techniques to engage your audience. Whether you're refining a business idea or preparing to present, this masterclass will equip you with the skills to effectively pitch your concept with confidence and impact.
Get ready to refine your pitch in this hands-on practice session! You’ll have the opportunity to present your ideas and receive constructive feedback from both peers and mentors. This interactive session is designed to help you hone your presentation skills, fine-tune your messaging, and build confidence before your final pitch.
Join us for the grand finale of the Ipswich Thrive Business Expo, where students will pitch their innovative ideas or solutions to real-world business challenges presented by employers. This event features two exciting entrepreneurial pathways: Intrapreneurs, who will tackle business challenges within organizations, and Entrepreneurs, who will showcase their start-up ideas.
Attendees will have the opportunity to win one of two £100 prizes for the best pitches. In addition, all participants will receive valuable feedback from employer and academic panels, enjoy a catered, low-key celebration, and be awarded certificates of achievement.
Don't miss the opportunity to see fresh ideas in action and celebrate student creativity and entrepreneurial spirit!