Executive Administrator, YES
Ketachi Uba-Ikegwu
The operational backbone of YES, creating structured environments where young innovators can thrive.
UK founder support programme
Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators Today
Mentorship, innovation challenges and funding assistance for young entrepreneurs across the UK who are ready to turn a sharp idea into a lasting venture.
Evidence-led
Built with partners who believe young founders deserve a real route from idea to impact.
240+founders mentored through early-stage decisions
18innovation challenges delivered with community partners
£1.2mfunding unlocked or supported across founder journeys
Our services
Support at every stage of the journey.
From the first sketch of an idea to the next serious step, YES brings the right people, questions and resources around the table.
Mentorship Program
Connect with experienced entrepreneurs who provide guidance and support to help you navigate your startup journey.
Innovation Challenges
Participate in competitions that encourage creativity and problem-solving to develop impactful solutions.
Funding Assistance
Access resources and advice on securing seed funding and grants to kickstart your innovative ideas.
Meet your team
Practical experience. Human support.
YES is led by people who care about what happens after the big idea — the structure, confidence and decisions that help it hold.
Meet the team
Lead Consultant, YES
Justice Bartels
A strategic leader helping founders build sustainable wealth through integrity, strategy and excellence.
From the founders we support
Progress feels different when you do not do it alone.
“YES gave me the guidance and tools I needed to develop my startup. Their support network made a real difference in my entrepreneurial path.”
Tony, UK founder
“The mentorship and resources helped me turn my idea into a successful project. Truly empowering.”
Chantelle, UK innovator
Partnerships
Aligned collaboration creates lasting change.
YES partners with forward-thinking organisations and leaders to co-create initiatives that develop people, build enterprises and steward resources responsibly.
Community leadersFundersEnterprise partners
Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions
Does YES offer online resources?
Yes. YES provides webinars, tutorials, articles and toolkits through its online channels to support entrepreneurs remotely.
What is Young Entrepreneur Support (YES)?
YES is an initiative dedicated to empowering the next generation of innovators with mentorship, resources and tools to build impactful businesses.
What kind of support does YES offer?
Our support includes mentorship programmes, business workshops, networking opportunities, access to funding resources and practical tools for turning ideas into successful ventures.
Get in touch
Your next step can start with a simple conversation.
Tell us where you are in the journey and what would help most. We will point you towards the right YES programme or resource.
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