Birmingham has always been a city of creators, doers and change makers. People with bold ideas and the courage to make things happen. At iSE (Initiative for Social Entrepreneurs), we believe those ideas deserve the right support to grow.
In partnership with Business Growth West Midlands, we’re offering FREE business support created to help local entrepreneurs, social enterprises and community-driven ventures turn ambition into action.
We’re here to help you make your mark…no matter where you are in your journey.
Community First, Always
Our approach is simple: listen, connect and empower. We work closely with individuals and organisations to understand their goals, develop their potential and build practical plans for success.
You’ll find tailored one to one guidance, hands on workshops and opportunities to connect with other changemakers working in Birmingham’s business landscape.
This isn’t about ticking boxes, it’s about building confidence, networks and real outcomes that strengthen communities across our city.
Who We Support
We welcome startups, pre-startups, and growing enterprises that want to take the next step and we’re especially passionate about supporting:
- Ethnic minority-led businesses
- Underrepresented founders and entrepreneurs
- Social enterprises and cooperatives
- Innovators driving positive change in green and digital industries
If you’ve got the drive, we’ve got the support.
The Difference We Make
For over 25 years, iSE has been helping Birmingham’s entrepreneurs and social enterprises grow with confidence.
We’ve supported hundreds of local founders to build sustainable businesses, create new jobs and drive community impact.
Our work is rooted in inclusion, collaboration and real results…helping everyday people become extraordinary business leaders.
Join Our Changemaker Community
Your business journey starts with one step and we’re ready to walk it with you.
Visit our Business Support Hub at the Women’s Enterprise & Community Hub in Sparkbrook to meet our friendly advisors and discover how we can help.
- Drop in Monday–Thursday until 4:45 PM
- Women’s Enterprise & Community Hub, Sparkbrook, Birmingham
- Email: info@i-se.co.uk
- Join our WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FzRxJtKNgFB4wiB969UB8Z
Be part of Birmingham’s growing network of innovators and let’s build stronger businesses, thriving communities and a brighter future…together!