Empowering Micro businesses in the UK: A Nationwide Program Promises Mentorship, Training, and Ambitious Growth Plans
Empowering Microbusinesses at the Small and Mighty Live Event
On October 2, 2025, the Small and Mighty Live event will take place at London's Science Museum, marking a significant step forward in supporting the growth of microbusinesses across the UK. This high-impact, in-person training event is the physical evolution of the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme, which has already supported over 4,000 entrepreneurs since its launch in 2022[1].
Small and Mighty Live is designed to provide microbusinesses and sole traders with a wealth of opportunities, including live mentorship, marketing workshops, strategy panels featuring business leaders and industry experts, and access to actionable tools and training[1]. The goal is to empower these smallest businesses to become powerful engines of growth, helping to drive innovation, resilience, and boost the UK economy[1].
The event will gather hundreds of microbusinesses and sole traders, offering them a day filled with workshops covering topics like SEO, PR, customer experience, and live strategy panels[2]. Attendees can expect tailored guidance through one-to-one mentorship and peer networking opportunities[3].
Speakers at the event will include Mike Soutar, Charelle Griffith, Professor Tom Williamson, and Emma Maslin[4]. Small Business Britain, a leading enterprise support organisation, is organising the event.
In a world increasingly defined by agility, resilience, and local impact, the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme emphasizes the potential of small businesses to be mighty[5]. The Programme offers a free six-week online curriculum tailored to the nation's 5.2 million microbusinesses[6].
Kate Hayward, Managing Director at Xero UK, has praised the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme, stating that it delivers practical, relevant support that microbusinesses often struggle to access[7]. Michelle Ovens CBE, Founder of Small Business Britain, has said that Small and Mighty Live isn't just a celebration of opportunity and growth, but a powerful reminder of the vital role small businesses play in driving innovation, resilience, and boosting the UK economy[8].
For those interested in attending Small and Mighty Live, more information and registration can be found on the Small Business Britain website[9]. The Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme is also open for applications for its next session[10].
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[2] Small Business Britain. (2025). Small and Mighty Live: Agenda. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-live-agenda/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
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[4] Small Business Britain. (2025). Small and Mighty Live: Speakers. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-live-speakers/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
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[6] Small Business Britain. (2025). Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme: Curriculum. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-enterprise-programme-curriculum/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
[7] Xero. (2023). Xero and Small Business Britain launch Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme. [online] Available at: https://www.xero.com/uk/about/press-releases/xero-and-small-business-britain-launch-small-and-mighty-enterprise-programme/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
[8] Small Business Britain. (2025). Small and Mighty Live: About. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-live-about/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
[9] Small Business Britain. (2025). Small and Mighty Live: Register. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-live-register/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
[10] Small Business Britain. (2025). Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme: Apply. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-enterprise-programme-apply/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
[11] Small Business Britain. (2023). Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme: Impact. [online] Available at: https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/small-and-mighty-enterprise-programme-impact/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
[12] Xero. (2023). Xero research reveals 60% of small businesses plan to grow by at least 50% in the next five years. [online] Available at: https://www.xero.com/uk/about/press-releases/xero-research-reveals-60-of-small-businesses-plan-to-grow-by-at-least-50-in-the-next-five-years/ [Accessed 18 May 2023].
- The Small and Mighty Live event, on October 2, 2025, at London's Science Museum, aims to fuel innovation and growth in microbusinesses across the UK by providing mentorship, marketing workshops, strategic panels, and networking opportunities.
- The Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme, a precursor to Small and Mighty Live, has already supported over 4,000 entrepreneurs since its launch in 2022, offering a free six-week online curriculum to the UK's 5.2 million microbusinesses.
- Small Business Britain, a leading enterprise support organization, is organizing Small and Mighty Live, which will feature speakers like Mike Soutar, Charelle Griffith, Professor Tom Williamson, and Emma Maslin, discussing vision, mentorship, and strategy for entrepreneurship and business growth.
- The Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme has received praise for delivering practical, relevant support that microbusinesses often struggle to access, as stated by Kate Hayward, Managing Director at Xero UK.
- Small and Mighty Live isn't just a celebration of opportunity and growth; it's a powerful reminder of the vital role that microbusinesses play in driving innovation, resilience, and boosting the UK economy, according to Michelle Ovens CBE, Founder of Small Business Britain.
- With the potential for agility, resilience, and local impact, the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme emphasizes the ability of microbusinesses to contribute significantly to economic growth, as small businesses plan to grow by at least 50% in the next five years, according to Xero research.
