WE'LL GET YOU MOVING

From sparking your curiosity to helping you build a business, we're making start-up success accessible to everyone.

A person wearing a light blue hijab speaks into a microphone in what appears to be a media recording studio. Their hands are raised to emphasize a point, while the background, with its mix of purple and dark colors, adds a dynamic feel to the setting.

Two women are interacting and smiling at a reception desk in a modern office setting, showcasing the vibrant atmosphere of startup success. The background features shelves with books and office supplies. The desk has a computer monitor, papers, and a colorful calendar. Overhead lights and an industrial ceiling are visible.

About Us

startup success for everyone

The world of entrepreneurship can seem intimidating and only for an exclusive, chosen few. But we know that developing a mindset of curiousity, creativity and determination while learning startup skills can help anyone achieve more in life and their career – regardless of whether they become a founder. So we're here to guide and support people to try their hand at entrepreneurship – and to make start-up learning accessible to everyone.

Learn more

What's on

Upcoming events and programmes

July 1 - July 31, 2025

Find an internship!

Get work experience alongside professionals in your field of interest

April 15, 2025

Innovation Focus Panel

Dive deep into the world of innovation with our innovation panel discussion!

March 24 - April 10, 2025

Freelancing series

Explore freelancing: gain valuable insights in our workshop series!

March 6 - March 14, 2025

THE CITY STARS

Try being an entrepreneur for 8 days, this programme could change your life!

February 5, 2025

Business Sparks & the power of AI

Learn to harness the power of AI to unlock creativity & find solutions

January 30, 2025

Solutions Exhibition

Discover impact-proven solutions worth replicating in your city!

January 1 - July 29, 2025

Bayes Entrepreneurship Fund

Access investment opportunities with the Bayes Entrepreneurship Fund

December 11, 2024

CityVentures' Dec Startup Demo Evening

Our benefits

How we can help

Entrepreneurship Training

Choose from wide range of events and programmes to suit your needs.

Expert Support

Move forward with expert support from our mentors and professional advisors.

Two individuals are seated and smiling in an office setting, exuding startup success. One person has long, wavy hair and is wearing a blue shirt and blazer, while the other sports short curly hair with a patterned vest over a brown shirt. A third person is partially visible from the back.

Community

Grow your network with our friendly community of City entrepreneurs.

Workspaces

Get free and affordable workspace in the heart of the City of London.

The CityVentures journey

Ready, Set, Go!

Get started

Join our free events to get creative, learn life skills and begin your start-up journey.

Dive in

Get going

You might not have an idea but you're ready to get hands-on with some practical skills.

Learn more

Build and grow

You're looking for support to make your business a reality or take it to the next level.

Let's go

Our impact

Empowering Entrepreneurs

254

Alumni start-ups still trading

Start-ups being supported

237

Individuals on our programmes

Testimonial

SUCCESS STORY

"Their resources and mentorship have been invaluable in helping me navigate the complexities of scaling my business. We achieved a lot of our milestones with the guidance and facilities offered."

Victoria Omobuwajo

CEO & Founder | Sunmo

A woman with long, wavy hair smiles warmly at the camera. She is wearing a blue blazer over a pinstriped shirt. The background, reminiscent of media editing effects, features a purple oval with a black scribble near the left edge.

Featured

Our flagship programmes

THE CITY STARS

March 6 - March 14, 2025

Ready to launch your startup in just 8 days? Join the City Stars: tackle real-world challenges, brainstorm bold ideas, and develop your product. Then, bring your vision to life on the 8th day by demonstrating your product at a Summit Exhibition! Prove you’re ready to make a splash in the entrepreneurial world!

View Programme Info

THE CITY QUEST

November 8, 2024

Embark on the ultimate adventure and ignite your creativity! Join us for this adrenaline-fueled competition set across different locations in the heart of London, designed to spark your creativity and push your creative thinking to new heights!

View Programme Info

Be the First to Know!

Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates, success stories, and exclusive entrepreneurship tips.

Not sure it's for you? Reach out to our team

City, University of London R401, Franklin Building 124 Goswell Road London, EC1V 7DP

Our programmes

Company