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Join us for EnterpriseFest on Thursday 19 March 2026
Connect, learn & celebrate at EnterpriseFest!
A vibrant mix of workshops, networking & inspiration at the University of Portsmouth.
Join us for an evening filled with inspiration, innovation, and collaboration at the University of Portsmouth. Starting with our StartUp Mini Masterclass, EnterpriseFest brings together students, graduates, staff, and our wider entrepreneurial community to showcase exciting startups, share ideas, and build meaningful connections.
Why attend?
Enterprisefest is your chance to discover innovative talent, spark new collaborations, and explore the support available across the University and the City. Whether you’re a student, an alumnus, an entrepreneur, a member of the community or simply curious, you’ll leave motivated and ready to make ideas happen.
What to expect
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Startup Showcase: Meet UoP students and graduates turning ideas into thriving businesses.
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Open Mic Pitching: Cheer on bold entrepreneurs as they pitch for a chance to win cash investment.
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Keynote Address: Be inspired by Tim Campbell MBE and celebrate achievements at the EnterpriseFest Awards.
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Networking Reception: Connect with entrepreneurs, mentors and local business leaders.
- Free food and drinks: Enjoy tasty food and drinks while you meet our entrepreneurial community
Keynote speaker: Tim Campbell MBE - Business Leader and Social Mobility Champion
Business Leader, Social Mobility Champion, and recent University of Portsmouth Honorary Doctorate recipient, Tim Campbell MBE is best known as the first winner of BBC’s The Apprentice and now serves as Lord Sugar’s advisor on the hit show. With a passion for entrepreneurship and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities, Tim has built a successful career supporting startups and driving social change. He is also an active investor in leisure and technology ventures, including companies focusing on AI and health & fitness. His keynote will inspire you to think big, embrace challenges, and turn ideas into action.
StartUp Mini Masterclasses
Come and hear from entrepreneurs and founders who will share their startup expertise and top tips. These are short, impactful workshops providing the opportunity to gain tangible knowledge and key takeaways on specific topics.
Hosted by Kimberly Spiers, founder of The New Kind Community, this masterclass will take a podcast‑style format, featuring an open, honest discussion with a panel of inspiring founders who’ll share their own experiences of influence, personal brand and navigating the confidence to become “the face” of what they’ve built.
Book your place on the StartUp Mini Masterclass
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