What we expect from you

Client companies that want to join Enterprise works must be:

• in possession of a realistic and achievable business plan

• committed to make their business prosper and grow

• willing to share (in confidence) their business activities and finances with the Enterprise Works team

• operating (in the broadest sense) in manufacturing

• willing to trade as a limited company

• in the early stages of development or be an ambitious start-up organisation with growth potential

• committed to being an active part of a working community of enthusiastic, like-minded entrepreneurs

• committed to the community spirit and help to take care of the building, other peoples’ businesses and the shared area.

The space is provided to companies without charge, and they share the running costs of the factory building, services and other core costs. Enterprise Works is a not-for-profit company and will work hard to keep costs as low as possible. (Companies are invoiced monthly for their share of the pre-agreed costs).

On joining Enterprise Works, companies will be expected to make over a small proportion of their shares (or of their annual profit) to the team of business mentors who are independent of Enterprise Works. Companies may choose to make their own arrangements for mentoring, but Enterprise Works reserves the right to assess individuals for suitability and commitment.