An element of the economy of Scotland, Starter for 6 is an enterprise programme, designed to support creative entrepreneurs in Scotland.[1][2][3][4][5]
The programme is funded[when?] through Creative Scotland’s Innovation Fund (via the Scottish Government).[6]
The aim of the Starter for 6 programme is to transform creative ideas into successful businesses.[2] By doing this, the programme aims to raise the profile of creative entrepreneurs in Scotland and to contribute towards the Scottish economy.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Scottish entrepreneurial training initiative launched". STV (TV network). November 4, 2008.
- ^ a b c "Cashing in on creativity". The Press and Journal (Scotland). June 11, 2008.
- ^ Miller, Phil (August 12, 2010). "Innovative firms are chosen for cash pitch". The Herald (Glasgow).
- ^ "Starter for 6: meet the style gurus of the future". The Herald (Glasgow). August 16, 2010.
- ^ McGinty, Stephen (August 8, 2011). "The joy of six". The Scotsman. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. (subscription required)
- ^ "FUNDING FOR CREATIVE INDUSTRIES". States News Service. August 4, 2010. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. (press release) (subscription required)