April Edition

Welcome to the latest edition of EnterpriseUpfront, your monthly e-zine for current developments in enterprise, bringing you the latest news, views and research. 

This month Nynzi Maung founder of Maung Consultancy shares her experience of Encouraging Women into Enterprise and we keep you up to date with progress of the National Enterprise Academy.

We find out how two young entrepreneurs are addressing a gap in the provision of business support for young people and Editor Emma Kerr tells us about her day at the recent Rotherham Ready celebration.

We hear how social enterprise is taking off in Yorkshire and Humber, highlight winners of the Enterprising Young Brits competition and take a look at the Pacific Institute.

If you would like to get in touch to contribute to future editions please contact Emma Kerr, EnterpriseUpfront Editor on 0191 428 3435 or editor@enterpriseupfront.com.

Policy and Practice

National Enterprise Academy - Update
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Nynzi Maung shares her experience of Encouraging Women into Enterprise (EWE)
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Find out about the Research and Knowledge Exchange (RAKE) Fund
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Schools 14-19

Enterprising.at a new network to inspire, support and promote young people in business
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Social Enterprise Takes Off in Yorkshire and Humber
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Spotlight on Rotherham Ready
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Find out about the 2009 National Business and Enterprise Conference
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Spotlight on the Enterprise Education Trust Part 2
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Enterprising Communities

Highlight: the Pacific Institute
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Universities and Colleges

Find out about the winners of the Enterprising Young Brits competition
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Review of Support for Self-Employment announced
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New University Challenge - Update
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