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Hear inspiring stories from the students and graduates who have received training, mentoring and funding from the Essex Startups team to develop their own start-up businesses during the 2025/26 academic year.

Becky Scott
Sport and Exercise Psychology graduate Becky founded MissFits Workout, after becoming frustrated with the lack of weight inclusive movement opportunities.
Beck Norris
Occupational Therapy student Beck founded Colne Creations after spotting a gap in the market for jewellery made specifically for individuals with limited dexterity.
Dione Dosoo
Law with Business graduate Dione is passionate about empowering children from mixed heritage backgrounds to love, care, and feel confident about their hair.
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