Henley Business School celebrates three dynamic ventures at 2026 Greenshoots seed finance award

A record number of application were received this year and were of high quality. The selection panel had to work hard to choose the three businesses for an Award. The three selected were:

KIGO, founded by Moria Bennett, an AI-powered platform that optimises the school run, making it safer, more sustainable, and less stressful for families, schools, and local authorities.

InTheBusiness, founded by Harrison Turner, a dynamic media brand that inspires the next generation of entrepreneurs through podcast production, YouTube channel management, and social media content strategies for organisations seeking to engage younger audiences.

Stats.cc, founded by George Meredith-Miles, a data analytics company that empowers gamers to compete at higher levels through high-quality statistics and data-driven performance insights. The Greenshoots Seed Finance awards are made possible through the generous support of Santander Universities, following a donation to the University of Reading that continues to enable student and graduate entrepreneurship.

The winners this year each receive £5,000 to grow and become sustainable businesses.

The Greenshoots Seed Finance awards are made possible through the generous support of Santander Universities, following a donation to the University of Reading that continues to enable student and graduate entrepreneurship.

The winners will be formally recognised at an awards ceremony on Wednesday 17 June 2026 at Henley Business School beginning at 10am in Room 108, where they will receive their certificates.

The event is open to students and staff of Henley Business School and the University of Reading, offering an opportunity to celebrate innovation and entrepreneurial achievement within the community. Click here to attend.

Speaking about the awards, Jurek Sikorski, Director of the Henley Enterprise Lab said: “The Greenshoots Scheme is about identifying and supporting early-stage ventures with the potential to grow into sustainable, impactful businesses. This year’s winners reflect both the diversity and ambition of our entrepreneurial community, from AI-driven solutions to media innovation and data-driven platforms.”

HELAB continues to play a vital role in fostering entrepreneurship across the University of Reading, providing students and graduates with the tools, mentorship, and opportunities needed to turn ideas into successful ventures.

Greenshoots is kindly sponsored by Santander Universities, a global strategic initiative that aims to support education, employability, and entrepreneurship across partner universities.

Greenshoots is sponsored and supported by Santander Universities.