Ange Wilson 
At Launchpad, we don’t just run programmes – we build momentum, confidence and collaboration that help local businesses take real steps forward. Launchpad has become a hub for breakthrough ideas, … Read more
Collaboration and community in action When Gareth and Jess, the founders of PocketPowerPro joined Launchpad’s Catapult programme, they weren’t starting from scratch. They had already built a psychology-based wellness app … Read more
Celebrating a people-first approach to business support We’re proud to share that Launchpad has been shortlisted for the Customer Experience Excellence Award at the Rochford District Business Awards 2026, proudly … Read more
A student’s experience at Launchpad One of the ways that Launchpad supports our community and the next generation of entrepreneurs is through our links with educational establishments, including the University … Read more
Terminal Tomorrow by Hannah Carley Wilkins Terminal Tomorrow is a dynamic, thought-provoking Agamograph art piece designed to reflect the evolving nature of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. Inspired by Launchpad’s mission … Read more
Artificial intelligence isn’t just for big tech companies or futuristic startups. It’s already transforming how small businesses operate, making day-to-day tasks faster, decisions smarter and teams more productive. At Launchpad, … Read more
Reflections on the success of the Catapult programme The Catapult peer-to-peer programme was designed to help local entrepreneurs and small business owners work through challenges together. Instead of a traditional … Read more
Collaboration and community in action In early 2025, EQDerivatives (EQD) – a global financial media and data company – issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to reimagine their brand and … Read more
For many small business owners and marketers, Google Analytics 4 (GA4) can feel like a maze of charts, percentages, and unfamiliar terms. But used the right way, it’s one of … Read more
A 23-year-old artist from Rayleigh has been awarded a £5,000 art commission to create a major installation for Launchpad, Southend’s innovation centre located in the Airport Business Park. Hannah Wilkins, … Read more
