Ex-founder, now CEO @igniteaccel. Here to help founders startup and grow. Inventor of the word “Ageoffery”. She/her.

Joined February 2008
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Jo York retweeted
Still thinking about applying for the 2024 Launch Programme? You have until 11.59PM tonight! Apply at ➡️ bit.ly/launch-in-6-weeks
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Jo York retweeted
Sometimes we all need a little bit of help. Founders who join The Launch Programme become part of a community of entrepreneurs in the early stages of building a business. Applications for The Launch Programme close on Sunday. Apply now at ignite.io/founders/launch-pr…
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Jo York retweeted
📢 Applications are now OPEN for our second Launch Programme intake. Supported by @Eagle_Lab_NEast , the Launch Programme is a 6-week part-time programme starting on the 5th February. Focused on helping founders turn their tech startup into a full-time occupation.
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13 Mar 2023
Love this! Nice work Charlotte Windebank and the FIRST team. Another brilliant programme funded North of Tyne Combined Authority. Many more people could have successful business, but don't know it yet.
11 Mar 2023
Did you catch us on ITV? We were thrilled to be featured in a news article, which highlighted the inspiring journey of Ukrainian refugees currently enrolled in our Understanding Enterprise course. To watch the news article visit youarefirst.co.uk/news/artic… #equityandinclusion #NTCA
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13 Mar 2023
Sometimes all it takes is a little knowledge and meeting others with the similar dreams. If this sounds like someone you know, maybe share this with them.
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20 Jan 2023
Important insight from @nathanbenaich of @airstreet, here: thetimes.co.uk/article/d4e53… 🧵Thread:

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20 Jan 2023
This mirrors conversations I've been having with investors both in the UK and in the US over the last year or so. "potential investors are put off by the university acting as a large, passive shareholder"
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20 Jan 2023
Equity is a difficult balance to get right at the best of times, but it feels like there's 2 possible solutions to this issue. 1) Take less equity 2) Be less passive and provide for value for that equity
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6 Jan 2023
So excited to start working with these teams next week!
Start-up teams revealed for latest North East @igniteaccel programme business-live.co.uk/enterpri…
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3 Jan 2023
Exciting news! NTCA are funding some awesome projects such as enabling me & the @igniteaccel team to support the next generation of startup founders. An important piece of puzzle when it comes to competing internationally & creating jobs for the future. theguardian.com/politics/202…
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3 Jan 2023
I've always believed in the talent and tenacity of the people in the North East and with this development, we can all work together to support each other.
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10 Nov 2022
It’s been an honour working with these amazing North East based tech startup founders. What a wonder mix of people, I’m so excited for you all!
A massive well done to the 7 teams who have now officially “Graduated” from our 2022 Accelerator programme! 🧵 6 programme highlights:
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3 Nov 2022
I've been immersed in startup life, culture and mentoring for over 9 years, but here's what the last year of running Ignite accelerator programmes. medium.com/@joyork/what-ive-…
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Jo York retweeted
After sending a no email to a founder today, I got this back: "Thanks for the quick reply. Much appreciated your straightforward response. And the feedback is super helpful!" I wish all VCs (& LPs for that matter) aimed to give a fast yes / no - it's the least we can do. ✨✨
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12 Oct 2022
So proud of @millyshaw killing it at @ButtonConf! We all know how useful feedback is, yet it's often tricky to navigate.
10 Oct 2022
On the #Button2022 main stage, @millyshaw shows how to get the right feedback, from the right people, at the right time. Taking all the notes... ✍️
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4 Oct 2022
Some potentially good news for a change. If you're a tech(ish) start up based North of the Tyne, and doesn't know what any of that means, you can book a call with me here: calendly.com/jo-ignite/pre-a… seedlegals.com/resources/use…

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23 Aug 2022
So excited to be working with these awesome teams from on our investment focused Accelerator starting in September!
Introducing the Accelerator 2022 cohort 🚀 Keep an eye on these 7 teams from the North East 👇🏻 medium.com/@joyork/we-are-ex…
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27 Jul 2022
Congratulations @MarkFosdike and @DatchSystems 🙌
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10 Jun 2022
Really excited to share what our amazing teams have accomplished over the last 5 months. Spoiler: We've had a one or two pivots.
Spaces are going fast! Book your ticket now to secure your seat at our live Pre-Accelerator Showcase event.
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