Michael Allen (pictured centre), a 2nd year MChem Pharmaceutical Chemistry Student has successfully developed and launched The Business Boot Camp, a new business venture supported by the University of Leicester.

Michael has so far raised over £20,000 to support his idea and on top of this, received a business support package worth £5000 from the University of Leicester through the Enterprise Inc Project. He was driven to launch this new business venture after realising that school did not prepare him for the practical application of business theories in the real world. He therefore set up The Business Boot Camp with the aim of inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs to develop responsible, sustainable businesses that can make a positive impact in their communities.

Thanks to Michael’s entrepreneurship, other young people aged 18-25 can now learn the essential skill sets required to run their own business. The Boot Camps will involve lectures and workshops given by business leaders who will provide a first-hand insight into the business world and inspire participants to follow their dreams of running their own business.

Places are still available for young entrepreneurs wishing to take part in the programme.
Application forms and more information available at www.ukbizbootcamp.com

Please also see coverage in the Leicester Mercury