Scale to £1m+

R17 Scale to £1m+ Programme

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What is the Programme?

Scale to £1m+ is a cohort-based accelerator for founders based in Rochdale and the wider Greater Manchester area. The programme brings together six selected businesses for a series of facilitated sessions led by the R17 Group and invited partners, drawing directly on lived experience rather than theory.

Across the programme, founders will explore the practical challenges that commonly limit early-stage growth, including positioning, pitching, visibility, operational focus and strategic decision-making. Sessions are shaped around the specific needs of the cohort, allowing tailored discussion, targeted workshops and peer-to-peer learning.

The programme is designed to build clarity, confidence and momentum, while creating meaningful relationships between founders, the R17 Group and the wider regional ecosystem.

Programme Features

01.

Practical Growth Insight

Founder-led sessions focused on real-world experience, decision-making and lessons learned, with clear, actionable takeaways.

02.

Small, Curated Cohort

A cohort of six businesses, enabling meaningful discussion, tailored support and strong peer relationships.

In-Person Delivery

03.

All sessions delivered face to face, supporting deeper conversation, accountability and connection.

04.

Tailored Workshops

Workshops shaped by the cohort’s actual challenges, rather than a fixed curriculum.

05.

Visibility & Opportunity

Exposure to the R17 Group, regional partners and potential collaborators through launch and showcase events.

06.

Ongoing Connection

Continued access to shared resources, introductions and the wider R17 founder network beyond the formal programme.

Who the Programme is For

Founders of Start -up Businesses

No requirement to be already affiliated with the R17 Group.

Value Aligned

Businesses that care about building a better future.

Based Locally

Based in Rochdale or the surrounding Greater Manchester area.

Good Communicators

Open to sharing experiences and learning from others experiences.

Ready To Scale

Willing to commit time, energy and focus to implementing change.

Collaborative

Open to collaboration, feedback and honest discussion.

Future Pathways

Investment

For founders actively seeking investment, the programme concludes with the Cohort Close Showcase, where participants will have the opportunity to pitch their business to R17 investors and a wider regional investor network. This provides a clear route into further conversations around funding, strategic support and long-term partnership.

Organic Growth Support

For founders focused on growing organically, the programme offers continued access to the R17 network. This includes introductions to relevant contacts, invitations to future R17 events and the opportunity to stay connected for collaboration, support and potential opportunities as your business continues

to develop.

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