Cohort 2
We’re thrilled to announce our second cohort of Young Entrepreneurs!
In November 2024, we held an exciting Pitch Day event at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where 13 passionate young social entrepreneurs showcased their business ideas after completing an incubation programme with the School for Social Entrepreneurs. From this talented group, ten exceptional young Londoners have been awarded up to £15,000 each in grants, alongside a full year of mentorship and support.
This year’s Pitch Day event was judged by an impressive panel of experts, including Eniola Aluko MBE, a football executive and former professional player; Abdullah Sebeih, a healthcare entrepreneur and CEO of Rightangled Ltd; and Jordan Hallpike, a music and entertainment industry mogul. Each judge brought their unique insights from sports, healthcare, and the creative industries, making invaluable contributions as they evaluated the innovative business ideas presented by the cohort.
These inspiring ventures are set to make a real difference by breaking down barriers to sports and physical activity for young people across the capital, helping to build a healthier, more inclusive London.
The Entrepreneurs:
Amina, Belong Kick
Aiming to rebuild relationships between young people and their communities through football. Belong Kick provides inclusive sessions across East London, supporting young people from ethnic minorities, young offenders, and SEND students, and making sports more accessible regardless of financial status.
Djibril, Cycle Saviours
A cycle club focused on engaging young people in bike maintenance and mechanics, providing them with bikes to rent and use around London. Djibril, with his role on the Met youth advisory board, encourages cycling among at-risk youth.
Emmanuel, LyncFit
An innovative fitness app connecting young Londoners with compatible workout partners and offering a smarter, personalized approach to fitness.
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Jess, Tukela
Aiming to introduce young people to underrepresented sports like golf and horse riding, Tukela works to break down socio-economic barriers, giving young Londoners access to diverse career and leisure opportunities.
Joella, Coalesce Swimming Club (CSC)
An inclusive swimming club dedicated to challenging stereotypes and providing swimming lessons to kids and adults from Black and ethnic minority communities.
Mario, The Streetz Football
Offering free or low-cost football sessions in Brixton and Camberwell, The Streetz Football promotes physical activity and self-esteem among young people aged 7 to 15, helping to build strong, supportive communities.
Percival, PT^2 Fitness
Providing affordable boxing and personal training classes to refugee communities and underserved individuals through partnerships with local charities, aiming to promote health and well-being.
Renee, ADDf (Afro Diaspora Dance Foundation)
Bringing African and Caribbean dance styles to young people, encouraging cultural understanding and self-expression while increasing access to dance for Black youth in London’s lower-income areas.
Ryan, Frathletics
Redefining community centers by using athletics as a platform for building resilience, self-discipline, and positive social skills. Frathletics provides structured environments where young people can grow physically and emotionally.
Solomon, LifeAfterBall (LAB)
Supporting young people’s transitions into sports careers, LAB offers personal training, physiotherapy, and career pathways, particularly for those coming from challenging backgrounds.