EntreConf Go
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EntreConf Go encourages the next generation of entrepreneurs in Bath
Monday, 18 November, 2024Bath’s first community-owned venue, Komedia, is set to host EntreConf Go - a new series of conferences for young entrepreneurs, providing a powerful channel for companies looking to support the rising stars of tomorrow.
From side hustles to emergent business ideas to fully-fledged companies, EntreConf Go acknowledges the importance of providing support and encouragement for the next generation.
Recognising entrepreneurialism as a growing career choice, EntreConf Go aims to provide inspiration through introductions to key industry contacts, hoping to play its part in the development of new business ideas. With this in mind, the event is offering free entry to 16–25 year-olds and encouraging budding entrepreneurs to attend.
The conference will showcase talks from young entrepreneurs, insights from advisors, and a series of panel discussions featuring BSU graduates, students, and Emerge residents. Most participants have received funding awards from the University, which supports students and graduates at every stage of business development, from ideation to growth.
BSU Panellists:
Gemma Dunnell
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Gemma Dunnell is an MA Illustration graduate, designer, illustrator, writer, and the founder of The Myconauts magazine. She has worked as a freelancer for clients like Kiehl’s, Bath Christmas Market, and the Allotments Association, whilst selling her own work at art fairs. Gemma also leads creative workshops and talks, sharing her expertise with others.
Discussing the prospect of speaking at EntreConf Go, Gemma said:
“I’m so excited to be participating as a speaker at EntreConf! I'm really looking forward to meeting and chatting with all the young entrepreneurs, hopefully inspiring a new generation of businesspeople to follow their dreams.”
Joe Cooper
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Joe Cooper is a Bath Spa University BA Architecture student whose current practice focuses on sustainable manufacturing and material sourcing. Joe runs a small woodwork and fabrication workshop based in Somerset, currently establishing a small-scale sawmill to supply carbon-friendly cabin manufacture.
Samuel Taylor
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Samuel Taylor is a Bath Spa University MA Commercial Music graduate and Americana musician, banjo player and composer from Suffolk. Having played bluegrass banjo from a young age, his unique blend of American banjo and English heritage creates a distinctive style of music rarely heard this side of the pond. Working on projects in music for television with an eclectic mix of musicians, Samuel’s music, although unique, covers a broad range of genres.
Talking about the upcoming conference, Samuel said:
“I’m very much looking forward to attending the entrepreneurship conference in Bath. It is a great opportunity to network with other like-minded young entrepreneurs in the local area."
Tiger Scott
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Tiger Scott is a member of Emerge, BSU's graduate creative studio and a furniture designer and maker. He used his first year at the residency to design a collection of high-end computer numeric control furniture with an emphasis on longevity and beauty. He specialised in blending traditional craftsmanship and computer-aided manufacturing to create detailed and beautiful pieces out of solid wood.
EntreConf Go Bath will take place on 19 November, at Komedia, Bath from 1:30 pm. You can find out more about the speakers and events on the EntreConf website.