Join the community

Whether you're just starting out or scaling something ambitious, for the FOUNDERS is your go-to community for connection, clarity, and growth.

We offer more than a network, we are your extended team.

From expert 1:1 support and strategic introductions to curated events and exclusive local perks, our memberships are designed to meet you where you are and take you further.

Inner Circle Yearly Member
£190.58
For 12 months
£2,287.00
One time

Annual membership only

Be One of 50 Founders

  • Personalised onboarding with ongoing strategy reviews

  • Be introduced to people who matter to your goals

  • Access to the Community WhatsApp group

  • Access to a private Inner Circle WhatsApp group

  • Priority and reserved access to for the FOUNDERS flagship events

  • Invitations to exclusive Inner Circle Dinners

  • Unlimited access to all events, meet-ups, and workshops

  • 1:1 mentorship sessions with vetted mentors

  • Monthly 1-hour expert meeting of your choice

  • Exclusive perks and discounts from local businesses & coworking spaces

  • Complimentary invites to major events and VIP experiences

  • Pay in 6 month installments or 1 yearly payment

Core Member
£27.00
Every month
£270.00
Every year

Exclusive member events, coworking access, workshop discounts and special perks from local partners.

Gain access to member only perks

  • Personalised onboarding with ongoing strategy reviews

  • Be introduced to people who matter to your goals

  • Access to the Community WhatsApp group

  • Free access to member-only events, coworking and workshops

  • Discounts on all paid community events, meet-ups, and workshops

  • Exclusive perks and discounts from local businesses & co-working spaces

  • Monthly or yearly membership - cancel at any time.

Community Member
Free

Be part of a growing founder community. Invitations to paid events, workshops, meet-ups.

Become part of the community

  • Access to the Community WhatsApp group

  • Invitations to paid events, workshops, and meet-ups

  • Be part of a growing founder community

FAQs

  • Benefits vary depending on your membership level, but may include:

    • Access to our community WhatsApp group(s)

    • Free or discounted entry to events, workshops, and meet-ups

    • 1:1 introductions to people who can help you reach your goals

    • Discounts from local businesses and co-working spaces

    • Access to expert mentorship and strategy sessions

    • Invitations to exclusive dinners and VIP events

  • We offer three membership tiers:

    • Community Member – Free

    • Core Member – £27/month or £270/year

    • Inner Circle Member – £2,287/year

  • Yes! Come along to one of our public events or meet-ups to get a feel for the community before joining.

  • Yes, monthly Core memberships can be cancelled at any time by contacting us and giving 4 weeks’ notice.

    Annual Core memberships are refundable if you cancel within the first 3 months, with the refund amount based on the unused portion of your membership (e.g., if you’ve used 2 months, you’ll receive a refund for the remaining 10 months).

  • Yes, Annual Inner Circle memberships are refundable if you cancel within the first 3 months, with the refund amount based on the unused portion of your membership (e.g., if you’ve used 2 months, you’ll receive a refund for the remaining 10 months).

meet the Experts

“It’s like having a full team behind you, without hiring one.”

Our carefully selected Experts are here to support your growth as a founder.

Each Inner Circle member is matched with an Expert every month, based on your goals and stage of business. You’ll have one-on-one meetings where you can get advice, strategic insight, and mentorship, completely free of charge for up to two hours per Expert each year.

These sessions are strictly non-commercial, focused on helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.

  • Richard Spilsbury

    Founder, Link Stone Advisory

    Specialises in: Board advisory, corporate finance & leadership, supporting ambitious businesses to raise funds, scale & exit.

    Experienced Chair, NED, CFO, & founder, Richard draws on a career spanning PwC, Kingfisher plc, Future plc, Digitalbox plc, & Play Sports Group.

  • Amy Weidner

    Founder, BOLD

    Specialises in: Helping mission-driven founders grow and monetise their personal brand on LinkedIn.

    A LinkedIn Top Voice, podcast and event host, and former DEI lead at Twitter. Passionate about representation & community.

  • Jason Nichols

    Business Coach & Former Founder

    Specialises in: Mindset, focus, & accountability, helping founders set bold goals & stay on track.

    Hands-on experience scaling and exiting a successful FMCG brand. Jason has helped 200+ entrepreneurs launch and grow with clarity & confidence.

  • Louisa Willcox

    Founder, Let’s Get Wealthy

    Specialises in: Supporting founders & entrepreneurs to take control of their money, build conscious wealth, & create lasting financial independence.

    A multi-business owner known for her inclusive, & empowering approach to financial literacy.

  • Tino Savvas

    Business Coach & Mentor

    Specialises in: Leadership, project management & growth with experience leading national teams.

    Tino has held senior roles across Europe & USA, including MD of a €250m turnover group with 1,000+ employees. He has overseen major developments & secured contracts of €750m.

  • Allison Parkes-Norris

    Founder, Founder, Ark Communications

    Specialises in: Communications, PR & brand storytelling

    With 17 years’ experience in FTSE-listed companies, big brands, and not-for-profits, Allison brings expertise in campaign strategy, media relations, crisis communications, and creative content.

  • Tom Bright

    Founder, Bright Evolve

    Specialises in: Helping early-stage founders build sales strategies that drive profitable, repeatable, & scalable growth.

    With 20+ years of experience in sales leadership & execution, Tom works with passionate founders to turn great products into thriving businesses.

  • Lisa Yelland

    Sales Consultant & Mentor

    Specialises in: Helping founders create consistent sales without pushy tactics.

    30+ years experience in sales, Lisa runs a global sales consultancy supporting product & service-based businesses. In the last three years, she has added £1.54 million directly to her clients sales.

  • Olly Reid

    Co-Founder, HUM4NS

    Specialises in: Helping CEOs, founders, and executive teams build happier, healthier, smarter, & kinder organisations.

    With over 20 years in leadership and management, Olly combines proven business strategy with human-focused leadership development.

  • Emily Kenna

    Founding Director, SenseRisk

    Specialises in: Risk management & insurance advisory. Helping businesses protect what matters.

    SenseRisk guides founders through complex insurance challenges with clarity. With expert support clients can safeguard their businesses.

  • John Harvey

    Founder, The Samphire Club

    Specialises in: Strategic networking, business development & client relationship management

    Over 30 years experience as one of the UK’s leading experts in business networking. John curates high-value events across the UK, creating commercial opportunities and collaborations.

  • Christine Kavanagh

    Founder, This is Christine Kavanagh

    Specialises in: Brand strategy & identity, helping founders create brands that evolve with them & make a lasting impact.

    With 20+ years in brand & visual communications, Christine works with small businesses to craft brands that feel authentic and powerful.

  • Maria Schraml

    Founder, The NeuroWild Collective

    Specialises in: Neurodivergent-focused coaching, consulting & operational support.

    With 20 years in client management, operations, and human-first business consulting. Maria champions diversity & inclusion, supporting neurodivergent founders.

  • Samantha Hamlin

    Founder, for the FOUNDERS

    Specialises in: Event strategy, community building, conference production, partnership & sponsorship development.

    Award-winning Event & Conference Producer with over a decade of experience delivering high-impact events for global audiences.

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Unlock Member only discounts

  • Ashwell and Co

    20% off Classic Afternoon Teas

  • Bath Office Co

    Free day coworking pass & one month membership

  • DeskLodge

    50% off meeting rooms

  • Edgie Eats

    10% off everything

  • Kask

    Discounted wine at KASK bar and 15% discount on take away bottles

  • LOKI POKE

    10% off everything

  • Moprinto

    15% off everything

  • Narrated Frames

    20% off all photography

  • Nine Tree Studios

    25% discount on podcast studios and meeting rooms

  • Pizzarova

    10% off all pizza

  • Selling South Conference

    £50 off a ticket

  • Let’s Get Wealthy

    One month free - Rise & Reclaim Community


  • Harbour House

  • Dareshack

  • The Granary

Member Only Coworking Bath & Bristol

  • Coworking

    Friday 26th September 9:00am -4:00pm

    Circus Mews House, Bath, BA12PW

    Connect with fellow members over breakfast networking, get productive in a friendly shared workspace & round off the day with after-work drinks.

  • Coworking

    Friday 17th October 9:00am - 4:00pm

    Clockwise, Bristol BS1 6BX

    Connect with fellow members over breakfast networking, get productive in a friendly shared workspace & round off the day with after-work drinks.

  • Coworking

    Friday 28th November 9:00am -4:00pm

    Circus Mews House, Bath, BA12PW

    Connect with fellow members over breakfast networking, get productive in a friendly shared workspace & round off the day with after-work drinks.

Join our WhatsApp Group

Join over 200 founders from across the South West in our community WhatsApp group. The community is a space to ask questions, share experiences, vent frustrations, celebrate successes and get support.

Upcoming

  • Launch Party!

    4th Sep 7:00PM-10PM

    This isn’t just a party, it’s a celebration of independent spirit, entrepreneurial energy and everything that makes the Southwest brilliant!

  • Morning Meet-Up - Edgie Eats

    Friday 12th Sep 9:30am - 11:30am

    Edgie Eats, North View, Bristol BS6 7QB

  • Coworking Bath

    Member event

    Friday 26th September 9:00am -4:00pm

    Circus Mews House, Bath, BA12PW

  • Morning Meet up

    Friday 10th Oct 9:30am - 11:30am

    TBC

  • Coworking Bristol - TCN

    Member event

    Friday 31ST October 9:00am - 4:00pm

    TCN, Temple Campus, Lower Station, Bristol BS1 6QS

  • Morning Meet-up - The Granary

    Friday 14th Nov 9:30am - 11:30am

    32 Welsh Back, Bristol BS1 4SB

  • Speed Networking

    Member event

    Nov TBC 7:00pm - 10:00pm

    Venue TBC

  • Drinks and Canapés

    Member event

    Thursday 20th Nov 7:00pm - 9:00pm

    Pump House, Merchants Road, Hotwells, Bristol BS8 4PZ

  • Coworking Bath

    Member event

    Friday 28th November 9:00am -4:00pm

    Circus Mews House, Bath, BA12PW

  • Speed Networking

    Member event

    Feb TBC 7:00pm - 10:00pm

    Venue TBC

  • Morning Meet-up - Ashwell & Co

    Friday 12th December 9:30am - 11:30am

    Ashwell & Co, 32 Alma Vale Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2HY