Cultivate:

Unearthing and Developing Purpose & Planet Entrepreneurs

What

A programme, by Belfast City Council, featuring:

>> A group of entrepreneurs who want to make things better

>> 3 x Road Mapping Workshops

>> 2 x World-Class Summits

>> 2 x Exclusive ‘Audience With’ Intimate Sessions

> > 1 x opportunity to secure a significant cash injection

Who

Cultivate is for entrepreneurs (and social entrepreneurs) who want to start and grow purpose-driven businesses that will have a positive impact on the planet, people and communities and help to avert the climate emergency (in its various forms).

You are eligible to apply if:

>You or your business have a Belfast City Council postcode.
>You have an idea/venture that is currently trading
>You are available to attend up to 6 half day sessions from October 2026 to March 2027 – outlined below.

When

Programme Outline: (subject to change)

  • Applications Open – Wednesday 23rd October
  • Applications Close – Noon Thursday 8th October
  • Friday 23rd October – Programme Commences with SustainX Summit Attendance
  • Wednesday 18th November – Workshop 1
  • Thursday 3rd December – Workshop 2
  • Wednesday 20th January – Workshop 3
  • Friday 26th February – Summit Attendance
  • Tuesday 16th March -Workshop 4 (concluding with final pitches)

How

The programme is fully funded so there is no financial cost to participants.

To register, please use the application form adjacent.

Should you have any queries at all please contact Emily Keenan on Emily.Keenan@podiem.com or call 028 9076 1030.

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