Northern Max is built on a decade of supporting early-stage businesses to grow with clarity, confidence and commercial strength. The programme equips founders with the tools, insight and connections needed to take their business to the next level — and the results speak for themselves.

What Founders Gain

• A stronger, more strategic business model

• Greater confidence in decision-making and leadership

• A clearer value proposition and growth plan

• Practical skills in branding, finance, product development and customer engagement

• Targeted mentoring to address specific business challenges

• The ability to communicate their vision with clarity and conviction

• A supportive community of peers and fellow founders

• Pitch experience that builds visibility and investor readiness

A Track Record of Transforming Early-Stage Businesses

Over nearly ten years, Northern Max has consistently delivered outstanding outcomes for participants and the region:

• Hundreds of early-stage businesses supported

• Dozens of new products, apps and services launched

• Companies expanding into international markets

• More than £12 million estimated contribution to the UK economy

• Long-lasting peer networks that continue supporting founders years after graduation

Founders who complete Northern Max leave the programme stronger, more resilient and ready to scale whether that means hiring, seeking investment, launching new offerings or entering new markets.