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THE PRINCE’S SCOTTISH YOUTH BUSINESS TRUST Martin Ferry www.psybt.org.uk
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The Prince’s Scottish Youth Business Trust (PSYBT) is a charity and was launched in 1989. The role of PSYBT is to provide essential finance and professional support to 18-25 year olds in Scotland, whoever they are and wherever they come from, so that they can set up and run their own businesses. www.psybt.org.uk
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Achievements to date in Scotland 11,400 young people. 10,800 businesses £36 million invested Estimated annual economic impact - £22million and 500 additional jobs Almost 800 volunteers across Scotland. www.psybt.org.uk
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How PSYBT help Provide loans of up to £5,000 and in some cases grants of up to £1,000. Provide funding to support growing businesses. Every business we support is given it’s own mentor for a minimum of two years. www.psybt.org.uk
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A little goes a long way… Glass by Kathryn Kathryn used a Test Marketing Grant of £250 to develop a portfolio, take her products to a wider audience and produce leaflets and business cards to promote her business. The grant allowed Kathryn to research her market and ensure the business had a future before starting the business full- time. www.psybt.org.uk
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Paul’s Quality Butchers Paul thought buying the butcher’s shop he trained in as an apprentice was just a dream. Securing funding had been almost impossible until he approached PSYBT. He now owns 3 shops including a meat processing unit and a bakery. He employs 30 people. www.psybt.org.uk
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David Hughes - Volunteer David Hughes has been mentoring Michael McCandlish of Premier Wash for 4 years. Throughout this time Michael has faced many challenges with his business and David has been there to provide advice, support and act as a sounding board. www.psybt.org.uk
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Ardgowan Trout Fishery
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St Andrew’s Golf Experience
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Skerryvore – Ceilidh Band
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The Duplets – Harpists
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Britt Harcus - Illustrator
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Winners of the 2010 John Connor Awards
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For More Information www.psybt.org.uk martin.ferry@psybt.org.uk
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