Jump Start returns for a second year!
We are delighted to announce that after a succesfull pilot programme during late 2022 and the beginning ofk 2023 that Jump Start will return in 2024 and is now open for applications!
This is a unique four-month journey for passionate food and drink entrepreneurs in Dumfries and Galloway. We’re again inviting up to ten ambitious businesses to join us in a transformative experience that will bring your culinary ideas to life!
What’s on the Menu?
- Creative Product Development: Discover the craft of exceptional food product creation.
- Focused Mentorship: Gain insights from one-on-one sessions with industry experts.
- Understanding Regulations: Navigate the complexities of Environmental Health and more.
- Branding and Packaging Design: Learn the nuances of compelling packaging and branding.
- Effective Marketing Strategies: Enhance your reach, including a special visit to Scotland’s Specialty Food Show.
- Building Your Business Model: Develop a comprehensive Business Model Canvas.
- Smart Pricing Techniques: Create a pricing strategy that works.
- Ensuring Compliance: Stay ahead with regulatory knowledge.
- Exclusive Industry Insights: Visit successful businesses and leading wholesalers.
Your Adventure Calendar:
- 22nd – 23rd January: Scotland’s Speciality Food Show experience, including personal meetings with Ruaridh Hesketh of Galloway Lodge Preseves or Sheena Horner, the regional food group co-ordinator plus a lunch treat (travel’s on you!).
- 6th February: A deep dive into essential legislation with industry professionals.
- 20th February: An engaging session dedicated to crafting your Business Model Canvas.
- 26th March: Learn from the experiences of Ruairdh Hesketh and Nicola Whitelaw, complete with a factory tour.
- Late March/April: Journey through the central belt’s top wholesalers.
- Mid-April: The Dragons Den Challenge – present your vision!
- 22nd April: Show off at the Larder of the Lowlands event.
Rewards Awaiting:
- The Dragons will award a grant to all the businesses that successfully complete the course: Bronze: £500, Silver: £750, Gold: £1,000 – what’s your target?
Ready to Embark?
So why not join us in this rewarding and insightful journey. It’s time to make your food and drink aspirations a reality with JumpStart!
Please note: APPLICATIONS CLOSE 21st DECEMBER