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About Grey Lab

Our Mission:

At Grey Lab, we are committed to empowering startups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs with the tools needed to turn their visions into reality. Our mission is rooted in honesty, transparency, and sustainability, providing a nurturing environment where innovation thrives.

Our Story: 

Founded in the heart of the North East, Grey Lab was born out of a passion for supporting the entrepreneurial spirit. Our journey began with a simple yet profound belief: that every entrepreneur deserves access to genuine support. Grey Lab stands as a beacon for those looking to build solid business foundations and grow with integrity.

Our Approach: 

Using our unique approach we focus on understanding your vision, crafting a strategic plan, and providing practical steps needed to achieve success. Our flexiblibility allows participants to engage in a way which meets their needs.

Our Team: 

Driven by a growing team of dedicated partners, Grey Lab is more than just an incubator – it’s a community. Our experts are carefully selected based on their values and ethics, ensuring that every piece of advice and guidance is both practical and principled.

Our Community: 

Join our vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs. With access to exclusive content, insights, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, Grey Lab provides the support you need at every stage.

Why Choose Grey Lab?

Grey Lab offers a human-centric approach that transcends industry and location barriers. Our commitment to integrity and collaboration fosters a nurturing environment, making us the ideal partner for your entrepreneurial journey.

Our Mission:

At Grey Lab, we are committed to empowering startups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs with the tools, guidance, and community needed to turn their visions into reality. Our mission is rooted in honesty, transparency, and sustainability, providing a nurturing environment where innovation thrives.

Our Story: 

Founded in the heart of the North East, Grey Lab was born out of a passion for supporting the entrepreneurial spirit. Our journey began with a simple yet profound belief: that every entrepreneur deserves access to genuine support and ethical guidance. Grey Lab stands as a beacon for those looking to build solid business foundations and grow with integrity.

Our Approach: 

Grey Lab’s unique approach is centered around the ‘why, what, and how’ methodology. We focus on understanding your vision, crafting a strategic plan, and providing fully supported and tailored practical steps needed to achieve success. Our flexible program structure allows participants to engage with the full program or select specific parts that align with their needs.

Our Team: 

Driven by a growing team of 12 dedicated partners, Grey Lab is more than just an incubator—it’s a community. Our mentors are carefully selected based on their values and ethics, ensuring that every piece of advice and guidance is both practical and principled.

Our Community: 

Join our vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs. With access to exclusive content, insights, and networking opportunities, our community is a place where collaboration leads to growth. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, Grey Lab provides the support you need at every stage.

Why Choose Grey Lab?

Unlike traditional incubators, Grey Lab offers a human-centric approach that transcends industry and location barriers. Our commitment to integrity, transparency, and collaboration fosters a safe and honest environment, making us the ideal partner for your entrepreneurial journey.

Jo Spottiswood

The Spark Labs

Creative Support | Brand Consultant | Mentor

Clemence Harding

Coach Clem

Entrepreneur Mindset Coach I Speaker I Trainer | Business Mentor

Michelle Sheekey

Michelle Sheekey Elite Coaching

Entrepreneur | NLP & Mindset Coach | Business Mentor

Mags Bradshaw

Red Button Marketing Training

Tech Innovator | Motivational Trainer

Paula Richardson

SmartBee Sales

Straightforward Sales

Trish Guy

Pink Spaghetti PA Services

Virtual Personal Assistant | Administration Support

Jacky Stansfield-Smith

Incluscape

Neurodiversity Champion

Harriet Mee

Harriet Mee Arts

Artist | Project Manager | Mentor

Katharine Matthews

The Absolute Word

Copywriter | Creative Content 

Nick Cranston

Independent Financial Planner

Financial Planner

Jayson Gurney

Social Media Consultancy

Digital Consultant

Hilary Bevan

Bevan VAT Consultancy

VAT Specialist

Jo Spottiswood

The Spark Labs

Creative Director and Brand Consultant – Passionate about empowering businesses to reach their full potential through creative design practices, offering the vision and tools needed to build and grow your business.

Clemence Harding

Coach Clem

Entrepreneur Mindset Coach I Speaker I Trainer – Are you ready to break through your limiting beliefs and achieve extraordinary results? As a certified mindset coach, I empower ambitious entrepreneurs to unlock their full potential and thrive.

Michelle Sheekey

Michelle Sheekey Elite Coaching

Clarifying your values, passions and purpose to develop a growth mindset and boost self-awareness. Stuck in a rut? Looking to find fresh purpose? Having been where you are and knowing just how it feels, I’ve built on a successful career to become the very coach that I once sought out.

Mags Bradshaw

Red Button Marketing Training

Tech Innovator | Motivational Trainer – As someone once said, ‘let’s start at the very beginning’, a very good place to start! What even is marketing anyway? We find that it means something different depending on who you ask, so, how can it possibly do it’s job if there is a lack of clarity from the start!

Paula Richardson

SmartBee Sales

Helping you get more sales, more easily with courage and confidence. Selling doesn’t have to feel awkward, stressful, or pushy. Sales should feel natural, ethical, and even enjoyable. I help business owners like you gain confidence in selling, so you can grow your business without losing your integrity.

Trish Guy

Pink Spaghetti PA Services

Virtual Personal Assistant | Administration Support for Small Business Owners. I am an admin loving Virtual Assistant who is passionate about supporting small business owners and busy professionals who don’t have enough hours in their day. Oh and I love a spreadsheet! 

Jacky Stansfield-Smith

Incluscape

Championing workplace inclusion with a focus on neurodiversity. Dedicated to transforming workplaces into equitable environments where everyone feels they belong. Empower individuals to thrive and help businesses become more productive and successful.

Katharine Matthews

The Absolute Word

Freelance copywriting and creative content for contented companies – I do anything ‘Englishy’ in a myriad of ways. I like big books and I can not lie. I write for myself, for others, for business, and for pleasure. I love the way language can weave its meanings across a page and consume a reader for hours.

Harriet Mee

Artist, Project Manager, Mentor

People are my passion and my inspiration: I create artwork for purpose and the joy that it brings to individuals and communities. 

Nick Cranston

Independent Financial Planner

Passionate about finance! I work with individuals and business owners offering solid advice, guidance and planning for investments, pensions and protection.

Jayson Gurney

Social Media Consultancy

Also the Managing Director Darlington Business Club – I have a passion for empowering local communities and connecting people and businesses. I am also passionate about helping business owners embrace digital marketing, whether through free regional support sessions, group based training workshops or one to one mentoring.

Hilary Bevan

VAT Consultant

Providing specialist VAT consultancy services to accountants, lawyers, businesses, charities, and individuals. Specialising in VAT including VAT on Land & Buildings, VAT and Charities, VAT on proposed transactions, Partial Exemption, Flat Rate Scheme for VAT.

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