• Clothing to raise awareness of mental health

• AI Education

• Uber but for teachers (group bookings, etc)

• Business promoting eco friendly transport choices

Surveyed people on what problems they have or what they can't live without - Money, phone, etc.

Think about:

• How will it make money? What product or service will you sell?

• Who will the audience be?

• What legal requirements will you need to think about?

• What sort of resources or equipments might you need to get this business working (rough ideas for now)

Now - October half-term:

• Business idea finalised

Autumn Term (Oct-Dec - 7 weeks):

• Create product/service

• Marketing & branding stratrgy

• Marketing materials

• Social Media/Web page, etc.

Spring Term (Jan-March - 11 weeks):

• Run business (sell some products, etc)

• Make Company Report

• Pitch at semi-finals

A clothing brand focused on mental health, fitness, and motivation something that spreads a mindset of discipline and resilience through stylish, gym-inspired apparel. It promotes physical and mental wellbeing together, encouraging people not to quit when things get tough.

Problem

Many people, especially young people, struggle with motivation, mental health, and staying consistent with goals (like gym, studying, or personal growth). Social media often makes it worse with unrealistic comparisons.

Solution

Your brand provides clothing that represents a mindset, not just a style. The slogans, design, and marketing promote self-belief and persistence. It’s something people wear not only to look good but to feel powerful.

Unique Touches

• Every item includes a motivational message tied to discipline, effort, or growth (“Keep Pushing”, “No Days Off”, “”).

• Could expand later into motivational accessories (bottle, wristbands, gym towels, etc).

Practicality

• Use blank gym wear (T-shirts, hoodies, joggers, tote bags).

• Vinyl or screen printing at low cost to start.

• Market to students, gym-goers, and social media audiences (Instagram/TikTok).

Why It Could Go Far

• Visually strong branding and real impact message.

• Great story for judges — resilience, confidence, and positive mental health.

• Easy to pitch and sell at college events or online.

Who will be the audience?

Mostly students like me, gym-goers, and young people who want to feel motivated. Could also appeal to anyone who wants casual, cool clothing with a positive message.

Legal requirements to think about

• Make sure the designs don’t copy other brands (trademark issues).

• Health & safety for any physical production (printing or sewing).

• If selling online, think about consumer rights, returns, and data protection.

Resources / equipment needed

• Blank T-shirts, hoodies, joggers, tote bags.

• Printing equipment (vinyl cutter, heat press, or use a local printer).

• Design software (Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator) for slogans/logos.

• Packaging materials for selling or shipping.

• Social media accounts to promote the brand.

• Making a website - can use wix to make it more easily

A youth-led campaign or business promoting eco-friendly transport choices — encouraging people to use buses, trains, or bikes instead of cars to reduce carbon emissions and traffic.

Problem

Climate change, air pollution, and congestion are major global problems, especially in cities. Many people choose cars even for short trips.

Solution

Create a business or social enterprise that incentivises or educates people to use public transport or cycling more often.

Unique Touches

• Develop a mobile app or QR reward system where users log eco-friendly journeys (bike, bus, walk) and earn rewards or discounts.

• Sell eco-friendly accessories — reusable travel cups, cycling safety gear, or reflective wear.

• Run campaigns or school challenges like “Car-Free Week” with prizes and tracking.

• Partner with local councils or bus companies to promote awareness.

Practicality

• Start small with awareness and merch, then expand digitally.

• Promote through social media and college eco-groups.

• Sustainable, measurable, and relatable to judges worldwide.

Why It Could Go Far

• Fits the global sustainability agenda (climate action is a key YE theme).

• Has real-world impact potential and could attract partnerships.

• Easy to demonstrate measurable results (e.g. number of people switching to eco travel).

Who will be the audience?

Students, young commuters, and anyone in the community looking to reduce travel costs or do their bit for the environment. Local councils or eco-groups could also be supporters.

Legal requirements to think about

• Make sure any promotions or campaigns with local transport services are approved.

• Health & safety for cycling campaigns or giveaways.

• If using an app to track journeys, follow data protection rules (don’t store personal info without consent).

Resources / equipment needed

• Posters, leaflets, or social media campaigns to promote the project.

• Optional QR codes or a simple spreadsheet/app to log eco-friendly journeys.

• Eco-friendly merch (reflective gear, reusable cups, tote bags).

• Small budget for marketing materials and rewards.

• Contacts with schools, bus companies, or local councils for support.

Core Idea

A social enterprise dedicated to educating young people about the risks of artificial intelligence, such as misinformation, deepfakes, job automation, and privacy concerns — while promoting safe and responsible AI use.

Problem

AI is developing faster than most people can understand. Teenagers and adults are using tools daily without realising how it affects data, jobs, and society. There’s a lack of accessible education around AI’s risks and ethics.

Solution

Your company creates educational content and awareness campaigns to help students and the public understand AI safely and responsibly.

Unique Touches

• Create interactive workshops, leaflets, or online content explaining how AI works and where it can be dangerous.

• Build a website or app that simplifies AI safety tips.

• Sell AI Awareness Packs to schools or colleges (posters, lesson slides, or booklets).

• You could even make AI Awareness merchandise (like “Think Before You Click” shirts, stickers, or posters).

Practicality

• Very low material costs — focus on design, awareness, and online reach.

• Great potential for digital marketing or partnerships with schools.

• Judges love educational and ethical ideas that address modern tech problems.

Why It Could Go Far

• Tackles a cutting-edge, global issue.

• Appeals to both business and social impact judges.

• Can easily grow into a national awareness movement or digital product.

Who will be the audience?

Students, teachers, and young adults who use AI but don’t really understand the risks. Could also target parents or schools that want educational resources.

Legal requirements to think about

• Make sure all educational content is accurate and sourced properly.

• If creating online material, comply with copyright laws (don’t steal images or videos).

• Data privacy if collecting any user info for workshops or apps.

Resources / equipment needed

• Computer for research, presentations, and making digital content.

• Website or app (could use free website builders like Wix or Google Sites).

• Posters, leaflets, or booklets to hand out at school/college events.

• Projector or room for hosting small workshops.

• Social media for marketing.

Custom Coasters with some sort of social messaging (could be linking into the mental health and wellness messaging from the clothing brand idea, just on coasters instead of clothes).

• Easy and cheap to make, can potentially be produced suing offcuts or waste materials from the college to add an element of sustainability to the business

• Can still utilise the motivational messaging tied to discipline, growth, etc, or offer custom messages too.

• Could be sold directly to customers or to local businesses as well.

Market is quite broad and could cover gifting markets, local businesses, etc. Anyone who our message appeals to would fall into market.

• Logo chosen

• Capture yesterday, inspire tomorrow

• Capture the past, inspire the future

• values and mission established

Homeware C2C customer base - mostly gifting market.

Small businesses as customer market too.

• Make a list of local businesses that can be potential clients

• Consider which social platforms to use and how they will be utilised.

- naughts and crosses with 3d printed pieces

- other games that can be played on a grid using the same pieces

• matching team with players

• https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7235042

put the instructions and games in a booklet or online with access via a qr code