The Foundry

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Today marks the end of an era as The Foundry concludes its operations. We want to inform you that The ERDF funding, which played a crucial role in our success, is coming to an end. The Foundry has been a hub of innovation & we applaud the achievements of all who contributed.

It's this Thursday, Swindon & Wiltshire founders is back at Wood Street Co Work We've got a founder interview, updates, pizza, great company - are you joining us? @ThringsLawyer @SW_GrowthHub @KeithPMilburn @TheTechiesUK @FoundrySwindon

Today's cohort spotlight goes to Hannah Marquez of the @shoeboxswindon - a centre for contemporary actor training.

The Foundry has been fundamental to so many small businesses in #Swindon and the surrounding areas, and here's why…

Understanding what a typical working week looks like at The Foundry will help you decide if you can commit before you apply. #SwindonBusiness #FAQ

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." - Albert Schweitzer

"I have a vision of where I want to get to in my business and I need help, advice, support, guidance and contacts to help me get there". – Dan Roe

"I wanted to join #TheFoundry to challenge and remove my imposter syndrome about being a business owner" – Sarah Dena

"I wanted to join #TheFoundry to get business advisory support from experts, refine my business plan, network with like-minded people, so that the pace in which I progress on my business can improve." – Aariffa Hajamaideen

"They say you should do what you love. Why not do that for yourself so that you can enjoy the challenges and rewards that it can offer." – Henry Cheney

Take a break when you need it. Sometimes, stepping back and recharging is the best thing you can do for your business and your mental health. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #EntrepreneurBreaks

Don't forget to celebrate small victories and practice gratitude. Positive thinking can go a long way in boosting mental health and business success. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #EntrepreneurGratitude

Take care of your mind, body and spirit, and the business will follow. Prioritise self-care and mental health for a more successful business. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #EntrepreneurMindset

@FoundrySwindon What amazing feedback. Great work team @FoundrySwindon 🙌

Today's Foundry III member spotlight goes to Katie Morris - Co-owner of Swindon Mobility and Swindon Stairlifts! #FoundByTheFoundry #SwindonBusiness swindonmobility.co.uk

"The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary." - Vidal Sassoon #WednesdayWisdom

The deadline to apply for The Foundry IV is this Friday (12 May) – please share and encourage others to apply! You can submit an application quickly and easily, online, here: theworkshed.co.uk/thefoundry/ #Wiltshire

We were thrilled to welcome HRH The Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence to Swindon today as they visited a #CoronationBigLunch street party in Belmont Crescent, Old Town. @RoyalFamily @WiltsLieutenant @wiltscouncil tinyurl.com/7htbw9yh

We're spotlighting Foundry III member Chloe Hayward of Chloe's Cakery - a beautiful cupcake shop in #Swindon!