Purpose-led entrepreneurship 

The professional network for Ecosystem Builders

We believe in the transformative power of collaboration within entrepreneurial ecosystems. Our community and programmes empower organisations to forge meaningful connections, share insights, and scale collective impact.
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Who We Are

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Empowering local communities by connecting to global networks

Vision

To empower organisations and individuals within entrepreneurial ecosystems to thrive through collaboration, innovation, and shared knowledge, driving sustainable growth and positive impact worldwide.

Mission

To create a world where every ecosystem builder has the tools, resources, and connections they need to catalyse vibrant, inclusive, and resilient entrepreneurial communities that drive global prosperity and change.

Team

The team behind Ecosystem Builders have over 12 years experience delivering entrepreneurship and economic development programmes across Europe, USA and Asia.

Connecting Ecosystems International Immersion Programme: Scotland + Estonia 

This unique opportunity is designed for leaders and innovators within the startup ecosystem to connect with Estonia’s world-renowned entrepreneurial community.

Costs £950 for members & £1250 for non-members. Fully funded places are available, click apply to find out more.
  • Exclusive access to Estonian startup leaders and organisations
  • Curated knowledge-sharing sessions to foster cross-border collaboration
  • Networking opportunities with public and private sector leaders.
Our Community

Connect, Learn, and Grow – Join Now

Whether you're an accelerator, investor, university, or government agency, together we can drive meaningful change and foster innovation. Expand your network, amplify your impact, and be part of a global movement towards collaborative growth.
"As a leader, be aggressive about your own learning. The company cant grow without you growing."

Mark Logan, Chief Entrepreneur

Why Choose Us

We offer cohort-led courses, workshops, community networks and events.

We’ve been working with entrepreneurs for over a decade across UK, Europe, USA and Asia.

Community Membership

Join our thriving ecosystem community to connect, collaborate, and catalyse change together.

Courses and Programmes

Empowering ecosystem builders through immersive courses and tailored programmes for impactful growth.

Projects and Consultancy 

Transforming ecosystems with strategic projects and expert consultancy services for economic development agencies, accelerators and governments.
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"I'm going to use the sessions on empathetic listening to improve my skills."


The Ultimate SPONSORSHIP Playbook

How to build meaningful partnerships, attract sponsors 

Ecosystem organisations rely on building meaningful partnerships with stakeholders, corporate partners and their community. 

In this workshop discover how to:

  • Build long-lasting partnerships 
  • Build trust and rapport 
  • Become an empathic listener 
  • Guarantee impact outcomes through strategic or commercial partnerships 
Service

Impact by Design: setting the business case for impact



Discover how to make your positive social impact pay for itself

Turn ideas into impact, metrics into ROI and set the business case for social impact.

A partnership between Ecosystem Builders Network and Metamorph Strategy. 

Together we are offering a bespoke service that is designed to help organisations maximise impact and build a business case that ensures long-term financial sustainability.

  • Creating the business case for impact 
  • Aligning impact to wider organisational goals
  • Generating positive ROI for funders and partners

Apply for
Ecosystem Builders Programme 2025

United Kingdom | May 2025

This 3-day course is for ecosystem builders who want to learn from the most innovative organisations, expand their mindset and build authentic relationships with peers throughout the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Designed specially for ecosystem leaders to tap into the knowledge and skills that will help them contribute to a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Iyke Ikegwuonu
University of Glasgow

Alison Loveday
Scottish Enterprise

Mark Armstrong
Young Enterprise 

Onyinye Igbokwe
Codebase

Previous Participants 

 Building ambitious ecosystems

Access hours of support to enable an unstoppable mindset, a culture of trust, innovation and collaboration. As well as building an exclusive network of peers and sharing best practice frameworks.

Techniques on building successful entrepreneurial ecosystems

Exclusive masterclass workshops, Tool-kits and frameworks + Group coaching, mentoring and support

Building the right partnerships

We've designed this programme to help ecosystem builders take the best practice from around the world and apply it their unique context. Combining the techniques for growth and scale, with purpose, values and sustainability at the heart.

Founders Insights

Learn from founder case studies during live sessions with experienced founders who share their story, experience and learning as they navigate support from the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

It has been a privilege to be part of the cohort. 

Alison Loveday, scottish enterprise
What an amazing experience; and the size of group was perfect!

Cat Ward, elevator uk
Interesting, thought provoking and collaborative.

Helen Denny, The Melting Pot
Reviews

What others say about us

We're an inclusive network of entrepreneurial ecosystem builders who are passionate about helping purpose-driven entrepreneurial ventures thrive. Together we support, nurture and develop spaces that enable great people to build the best businesses.

Alison Loveday

High Growth Entrepreneurship, Scottish Enterprise
"It has been a privilege to be part of the cohort. It’s amazing what happens when people who share this passion for entrepreneurialism get together to bring down barriers and make things happen!"

Ross Methven

SME Engagement Manager, University of Strathclyde
"It's been a fantastic week learning from others and growing links to ecosystem partners. Great to learn and appreciate other people's drivers and where they see their role in the ecosystem."

Alison Chiwara

Founder, Floverse
"My biggest take away was to focus on purpose, core values, decisions, being authentic and transparent as a business, thus creating a truly regenerative business model that seeks to support its ecosystem."
  

Ecosystem Builder Cohorts 2023-2024

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