Definition of Founder foun·der [ˈfaʊndəː] Someone who starts something of their own - and makes it grow Whether you're building a side hustle or scaling a full-time business, you're a founder Founderhut is your go-to space to: Connect with other founders, get expert advice and access free resources and events. You're not doing this alone—this is your community.
Build your business. Find your people. Make your dreams
We’ve been there—late nights, big dreams, and the chaos in between. That’s why we created Founderhut: support for founders, by founders. - Need advice on funding, hiring or tech? - A sounding board? - Real connections (not awkward networking)? - Someone who gets the 2 a.m. doubt? Founderhut brings together local support, expert mentors, meaningful events, and a community that believes no one should build alone.
Upcoming Events
Use Canva to Create Content
28th October, 2025
ONLINE
FREE
Want to learn how to create eye-catching and engaging graphics for your business? Join our Using Canva workshop to find out how to utilise the online graphic design platform Canva to make everything f…
How to become an Influencer Workshop
12th November, 2025
Brentwood Theatre, 15 Shenfield Rd, Brentwood CM15 8AG
FREE
Are you ready to grow your personal brand and make an impact online? Join our Influencer Workshop online and in Brentwood, Essex and learn what it takes to become a successful content creato…
Hybrid Start Up Course
19th November, 2025
Towngate Theatre Saint Martins Square Basildon SS14 1DL
FREE
Free 2-day course! Turn your idea into reality with tools, knowledge & confidence. Perfect for aspiring & early-stage entrepreneurs.Brought to you by the Ambitious Essex Growth Hub,…
Latest News
From Sketchbook to Startup: Meet Nadia
3rd July, 2025
Nadia had always been a sketchbook person.Even during her job in HR, she filled margins of meeting notes with rough ideas for greeting cards, illustrated mugs, and quirky t-shirt slogans. Her friends…
Late Payments No More – How SweetTreats Recovered £20k
3rd July, 2025
When Priya launched SweetTreats, a boutique dessert brand supplying local cafés, she never expected her biggest challenge would come from delayed payments. By year two, her business was thriving –…
From Solo to Supported: Join the Founderhut Community
28th May, 2025
Starting a business can be exhilarating—but let’s be real, it can also be lonely. Late nights, big decisions, second-guessing everything… sound familiar?You’re not the only one who’s ever fe…