What’s Up?
What’s Up?
Our Mission
To better the lives of individuals, their families and their communities in the North East.
Vision
To provide people in the North East with the skills, learning and entrepreneurial savvy to succeed, regardless of background.
What’s Up?
ON THE UP exists to help improve people’s lives and the lives of their families in the North East. Previously known as Upstart Enterprise CIC, we were founded in 2019 by leading marketer and proud Geordie, Vicki Stone.
We bring hope, positivity and practical help to encourage individuals be the best that they can be. Inspiring NEntrpreneurs to overcome any barriers they may face, rise up and turn their ideas into thriving businesses.
We empower people, harness their potential and give them the right skills to succeed. All through the power of community.
And, above all, we make sure they NEVER GIVE UP on their hopes and dreams.
On the up has been a helping hand in times of need, both physically and emotionally for me. The group I attend has helped me survive tough times and it gives value to people like us, in times of hardship.
Upstart
Start-up business support
Upskill
Business enterprise in schools
Uplift
Women’s well-being and support
Upgrade
Award-winning CSR for corporates
Big up to:
Vicki Stone, Founder & Director
Vicki has been up and at ‘em since day one. An award-winning marketer with a passion for making things happen. Business, social enterprise, fundraising, marketing, she is an unstoppable force that refuses to let dreams and potential die.
Lee Longstaff, Director
Lee knows his business. And some. He has provided enterprise support in the North East for 25 years, and named one of the UK’s Top Ten Business Advisors by Enterprise Nation.
Jenny Brady, Director
Jenny is a people and business champion, supporting start-ups and ventures worldwide as well as helping founders achieve their personal, societal and commercial goals.
