Start-up stories 2024/25

MSc Psychology student Asuka is balancing her studies alongside long-distance working with her co-founders on an AI-powered cloud platform that analyses carbon emissions data.

MBA graduates Onome and Tolu are on a mission to support tech graduates and start-up businesses by addressing the experience vs skills gap often faced by both groups.

BSc Psychoanalysis and Psychosocial Studies student Leia is utilising her passion for alternative healing techniques to develop a business that promotes holistic wellbeing.

Business Administration graduate Modade has created a fashion and lifestyle brand that inspires others to chase their dreams.

Criminal Justice and Criminology graduate Charity is on a mission to lighten the load for busy parents by creating a fully functional app that eases the pressure of finding family-orientated activities in your local area.

PhD Theatre Studies student Noah is driven by a love of theatre and using art as a vehicle to address societal issues.

BSc Sociology with Data Science student Billie started at Essex with a marketing company, but during his time here he has forged vital connections within our start-up community.

BA Acting and Stage Combat at East 15 Acting School graduates Chris and Meg founded Fleur de Lis Classical Theatre Company to create, share, inspire, and educate.

MSc Banking and Finance graduate Mahesh has created an app focused on tackling loneliness across generations.

PhD Creative Writing student Madeleine has founded a game design studio dedicated to developing impactful computer games that tackle real-world issues.

Psychodynamic Counselling student Laura is creating a children's book that supports the recognition and regulation of emotions, while promoting wildlife conservation.

Graduates Joe and Lily-May have established a marketing agency alongside their responsibilities as part of the Essex SU Leadership team.

Criminology graduate Charlotte and her partner Elsa have opened a cat café, inviting local people to spend time and potentially rehome their rescue cats.

Sports Therapy graduate Georgia founded her own clinic, One Body, enabling her to pursue a holistic approach to enhancing health and wellbeing for all.