Welcome back!
It's great to be back, we hope you've had a wonderful festive break and that 2026 is off to a brilliant start. Whether you spent the holidays with loved ones, took time to recharge, or simply enjoyed the relative quiet of the season, we're delighted to reconnect with you as we kick off a new year together.
As we settle back into our routines, we're energised about the opportunities ahead. This year promises to be an exciting one for international entrepreneurs building their futures in the UK, and we're here to support you every step of the way. From upcoming webinars and new partnerships to fresh insights from our community of founders, there's plenty to look forward to. We've got some fantastic content lined up for you in the weeks ahead, including practical resources, inspiring founder stories, and guidance on navigating the UK business landscape.
Let's make 2026 remarkable.
Next Wednesday's event:
Innovator International
Our full recap below notes that while some business plans were strong, others fell short of requirements, but overall, our achievement rates demonstrated that the route was not becoming more difficult to access.
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Many of you joined our latest webinar with questions about our visa application process - all information can be found on our website and we wish you all the best with your application!
Navigating Britain's Winter Weather
Do your surroundings look like this at the moment? Please be careful!
If you're from a warmer climate, British winter might surprise you. It's not particularly harsh, but it's unpredictable, and when frost, ice, or snow arrive, conditions can become tricky quickly. Black ice (that invisible layer on roads and pavements) is especially dangerous in the early morning and evening, so if you're driving, slow down, increase your distance, and brake gently. If conditions feel unsafe and you're not confident, it's absolutely fine to work from home.
For walking, invest in shoes with good grip, take smaller steps, and keep your hands free for balance. Watch for icy patches near building entrances and anywhere the sun doesn't reach. At home, keep things warm but safe. Never leave heaters unattended and know where your stopcock is in case pipes freeze.
The good news? Most British winters are manageable with a bit of preparation. Check forecasts regularly, and don't hesitate to ask colleagues or neighbours for advice. Brits love talking about the weather and will happily share their winter wisdom.
What you might have missed...
Over the festive break we published a few fun and useful articles, why not catch up now?
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Harriet Fuller
Innovator International
Find out why George Kinder is Teaching UK Businesses to Trust Again
George Kinder once asked a question that seemed almost too simple to matter: If you had all the money you needed, what would you do with your life? Over three decades, that question—along with two others—quietly transformed thousands of lives and reshaped financial advice in more than thirty countries.
Known internationally as the “Father of Life Planning,” George didn’t bring this philosophy to the UK as a final chapter, but as a provocation. He saw, again and again, the gap between what organisations claim to value and how they actually behave.
The Moules was born in that gap: a new venture rooted in a long-held belief that meaningful change, in people and in businesses, starts with asking better questions.
We'd love to spotlight your entrepreneurial journey - if you're part of our Innovator community and have a story to share, get in touch with us to be featured
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