What we do

Leicester Startups is a community for existing & aspiring entrepreneurs. We organise and promote mentoring, talks, advice, collaboration and workspace offerings with a “give first” ethos. Find out more…

We’re able to do this thanks to the very generous startup community and partner organisations. For 2025, we’re being sponsored by The British Business Bank and The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity. Find out more about these and our other partners below…

Our Partners
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Meet the Member: April Murillo of Trinity Healthcare Systems
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Leicester conflict resolution startup seeking partners
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Space Park Leicester launches new CPD course
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Upcoming Events
February 5, 2026
calendar_today Feb 05, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Thu
05



Senior leader roundtable to shape the East Midlands’ FinTech future with exclusive regulatory, industry and national ecosystem insights.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shaping-the-future-of-fintech-in-the-east-midlands-tickets-1977695710107?aff=oddtdtcreator

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February 10, 2026
calendar_today Feb 10, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tue
10


Get ready to celebrate the freelancers and entrepreneurs at the DMU during the annual awards. Join DMY at the 2025/26 Freelancing & Entrepreneurship Awards from DMU Made, supported by The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity.

At this very special event, DMU will be celebrating entrepreneurial students and graduates. Expect special guests, the final of this year's Pitch2Win competition, and complimentary food and drink.

DMU Freelancing and Entrepreneurship Awards Tickets, Tue 10 Feb 2026 at 17:00 | Eventbrite

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March 5, 2026
calendar_today Mar 05, 2026 | 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu
05







Momentum Valley’s Female Founder Live on 5 March 2026, as part of International Women’s Day 2026, is a crucial day of engagement and connectivity for founders seeking to connect with funders and business growth expertise.


https://momentumvalley.com/female-founders-live/

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March 7, 2026
calendar_today Mar 07, 2026 | 12:30 am - 12:30 am
Sat
07

Loghborough University's annual Women in Enterprise Conference will take place on Saturday 7th March 2026. There will be keynote speakers, workshops and opportunities to network. Sign up to the event here!


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March 9, 2026
calendar_today Mar 09, 2026 | 12:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Mon
09

Join the British Business Bank, Innovate UK and Forging Ahead for three panel sessions.

https://bggrowthhubevents.evolutive.co.uk/event/details/3698985/The-Money-Map-Funding-Journeys-that-Power-Innovation-

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March 11, 2026
calendar_today Mar 11, 2026 | 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Wed
11

This event brings together businesses, academics, and policymakers to address the challenges of today’s rapidly changing economy. In recent years, technological innovation, responsible productivity, and sustainable growth have become essential for long-term success. The program includes a keynote address and an interactive panel session focused on practical strategies for real-world impact.

https://bggrowthhubevents.evolutive.co.uk/event/details/3699003/The-Growth-Forum-Shaping-Tomorrow-Through-Innovation-

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