The 2025 #SBS Regional Business Bootcamp programme, delivered in partnership with NatWest, has officially launched across the UK. Following the success of the five bootcamps held in 2024, this year’s programme has expanded and will be hosted across 8 locations: Milton Keynes, Manchester, Cardiff, Leeds, Bristol, Edinburgh, London and Birmingham.
Founded in 2010 by TV Dragon and retail entrepreneur, Theo Paphitis, #SBS Small Business Sunday is one of the UK’s leading small business networks. Since then, hundreds of small businesses have taken part in regional events across the UK. The #SBS bootcamps offer a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect locally with a supportive community of like-minded small business owners.
Every year, the #SBS crew curate an impressive programme of workshops, guest speakers and networking sessions designed to equip small businesses with the tools, insights and connections needed to grow. These sessions are completely free to attend and offer access to local opportunities, support and expertise.
This year also marks the celebration of #SBS’s 15th anniversary. The growing reach of the #SBS initiative makes it easier than ever for small business owners throughout the UK to access expert advice, invaluable opportunities and a supportive community.
Retail Entrepreneur & #SBS Creator Theo Paphitis: “We’re delighted to be partnering with NatWest once again this year in delivering a fantastic programme of regional bootcamps. United by a shared passion for supporting small businesses, the #SBS Crew and the NatWest Business team are helping to create local business communities in cities across the UK over the coming months. Time well spent out of the office to work on their businesses.”
Debbie Lewis, Accelerator Community Manager at NatWest: “We are thrilled to support #SBS Regional Business Bootcamps and support new businesses as they accelerate and grow. We know the bootcamps will give entrepreneurs and business founders a unique opportunity to develop their businesses in an innovative environment.”
Each Bootcamp is exclusive to members of the free-to-join business network #SBS Small Business Sunday and provides attendees with invaluable networking opportunities. The sessions are designed to enhance professional practises and provide attendees with the skills needed to take their businesses to the next level.
Bootcamp attendees will gain insight into a wide range of topics – from understanding AI and the power of mindset, to scaling a business and gaining investment on Dragons’ Den. These sessions are free to attend and their content will be delivered by NatWest Business, Google Digital Garage and fantastic #SBS businesses sharing their stories and expertise in their local areas.
#SBS Small Business Sunday is one of the UK’s leading small business networks, now made up of around 4,500 active members. It’s a community dedicated to offering small businesses opportunities for professional development and connection within a highly supportive network of entrepreneurs. This series of Bootcamps, available exclusively to #SBS members, will provide a regional opportunity for professional growth and expert advice.
