Creative Enterprise is a bespoke set of initiatives for ambitious screen businesses to access connections, training and networks to achieve business growth. Our goal is to give film & TV, games, immersive, animation and creative tech companies a disproportionate advantage in the industry.
Creative Enterprise is entering an exciting new chapter. Delivered by Creative UK and supported by the British Film Institute through National Lottery funding, the programme will continue for a further three years, building on its strong track record of helping ambitious screen businesses grow and thrive. Since launching in 2018, Creative Enterprise has supported over 1,000 entrepreneurs across film, TV, games, digital content and createch, offering funding, mentoring and industry connections that turn creative potential into sustainable, scalable companies.
From April 2026, the programme will deliver a refreshed portfolio of support designed for every stage of business growth – from first-time founders to established companies ready to scale. This includes Screen Launchpad for emerging and underrepresented founders, Female Founders and its new Introduction to Investment course supporting women-led businesses, and Fast Forward for growth-stage companies looking to accelerate. Alongside these intensive programmes, Trade Talks and regional events will bring the community together, offering insights, connections and opportunities across the UK’s screen industriesFollow Creative Enterprise on Linkedin.
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The programme takes a collaborative approach, creating exclusive programmes and bespoke workshops in partnership with industry leaders and mentors to futureproof the next generation of moving image companies.
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Upcoming Events
Bringing the Creative Enterprise Community Together
Alongside the announcement of these programmes, Creative Enterprise is also launching a series of celebratory events called Creative Enterprise Live! designed to showcase the impact of the initiative to date and highlight the achievements of the businesses it has supported.
Taking place in four cities this spring, these events will bring together alumni, mentors, partners and industry leaders from across the screen sector to reflect on the programme’s successes while also demonstrating the breadth of talent and innovation emerging from the English regions.
The events will take place in:
- 14 April – York
- 15 April – Newcastle
- 21 April – Nottingham
- 23 April – Bournemouth
The events will also provide opportunities for networking, collaboration and new industry connections. Free tickets are available now, and you can book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/creative-enterprise-live-4823593
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Creative Enterprise has been developed with National Lottery funding from the BFI, to increase the sustainability of the moving image sector in England.