UK Startup & Scaleup Week

We produce weekly blogs, videos & podcasts, monthly PLATFORM events & 5-day #UKSSW festivals to help you start & scale a business.

UK Startup & Scaleup Week

We produce weekly blogs, videos & podcasts, monthly PLATFORM events & 5-day #UKSSW festivals to help you start & grow a business.

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[VIDEO] How writing helps you think clearly & communicate better with Dr Susan Mandala (Writing Works Consulting)

April 13, 2026

In this video, Dr Susan Mandala, an Independent Writing & Language Consultant & Founder of Newcastle upon Tyne-based Writing Works Consulting, joins Paul Lancaster to discuss how effective writing is intrinsically linked to clear thinking & communication of important ideas. Dr Mandala, who established her consultancy in 2024 after 24 years as an Associate Professor … More [VIDEO] How writing helps you think clearly & communicate better with Dr Susan Mandala (Writing Works Consulting)

[VIDEO] How to build a valuable subscription business with Matthew (Matt) Holman (Founder, Subscription Prescription)

April 11, 2026

In this interview, Matthew (Matt) Holman (Founder, Subscription Prescription, Creator, Commerce Catalyst & Co-Founder, QPilot.cloud) & Paul Lancaster (Founder, PLATFORM | UK Startup & Scaleup Week) discuss how to build profitable, sustainable subscription businesses, emphasising customer retention & maximising value over short-term sales tactics. Common Subscription Mistakes According to Matt, the biggest mistake business owners … More [VIDEO] How to build a valuable subscription business with Matthew (Matt) Holman (Founder, Subscription Prescription)

New conference offers ‘PLATFORM’ for business growth & investment

April 9, 2026

A major new business conference in the North East of England is set to provide “rocket fuel” for founders by connecting them with investors & scaleup experts. The first full-day PLATFORM Conference takes place on Tuesday 28 April in Newcastle upon Tyne. The event is organised by Paul Lancaster (Co-Founder of Stellar Business Events) who successfully staged the 5-day UK Startup & Scaleup … More New conference offers ‘PLATFORM’ for business growth & investment