The Help into Mentoring programme has been designed to support 50 individuals in the old Copeland District Council area thinking about or looking to start their own business or young businesses in the early stages of trading.
Basic information on business idea/activity and what you expect to achieve from working with a mentor will be taken at initial enquiry. Details will then be shared with the mentor team who will decide who they are best placed to support and can offer the most value to.
All support is confidential between the mentor and the mentee – the only required submitted paperwork will be a mentor/mentee agreement, simple registration form and a personalised client journey.
Collette Rothwell
Business Adviser & Mentor
Collette is an experienced Managing Director and leader with specific skills in operational improvement.
Rachel Stewart
Business Mentor
Rachel is an award-winning designer maker who brings a touch of adventure to her bespoke gift and homeware products.
Dave Porthouse
Business Mentor
Dave has spent the past 20 years working in various finance and education roles before taking all his experience and using it to help other people.
Jen Braithwaite
Business Adviser & Mentor
Jen is an experienced business, PR & marketing consultant with a well-rounded portfolio career spanning over 20 years, supporting organisations to thrive through authenticity, knowledge & passion.
Will be added when available.
Bella Howse joined the Help into Mentoring scheme in November 2024. She is currently being supported by experienced mentor, Collette Butterworth, who is providing her with assistance in starting her own Personal Trainer business.
Learn more"Working with Collette has been a breath of fresh air. From our first meeting, I felt a sense of relief knowing that I had someone in my corner who truly understood the challenges of self-employment."
Learn more"The foundation of business skills that I've built with my mentor now support me in my day-to-day practice, and as I continue to grow my business and tackle larger challenges, I'll rely on what I've learned to guide the decisions I make.”
Learn more“Never give up, believe in yourself and do want you want to do! It can and will work if you want it too!”
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