# Event Details - **Event Name**: Startup Social - March meeting - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 12:30 pm – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: A space for founders, freelancers and future innovators in Chelmsford.About this EventStartup Social at ARU: Free Networking & Expert Talks for EntrepreneursAnglia Ruskin University (ARU) is excited to launch Startup Social. A brand-new series of free networking events and talks designed to support and celebrate entrepreneurs in North Essex.Whether you're a startup founder, freelancer, solopreneur, student entrepreneur, or simply exploring a new idea, this is your chance to plug into a growing community of innovators.What to Expect:? Free pizza & refreshments? Expert guest speaker sharing practical insights? Networking opportunities with like-minded entrepreneurs? A relaxed, welcoming space to share ideas and build connectionsStartup Social is designed to be light-touch, accessible, and inspiring. Hosted at ARU’s in Chelmsford, these monthly events offer a unique opportunity to gain real-world advice from experienced entrepreneurs and meet potential collaborators, mentors, and supporters. You can discover resources and support available through ARU and NEEB and be part of a growing entrepreneurial ecosystem in North Essex.? Date: Thursday 26 March? Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM? Location: Arise Innovation Hub, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, CM1 1QT?️ Tickets: Free! Open to all local entrepreneurs, freelancers, and aspiring foundersFunded by the North Essex Economic Board (NEEB), this initiative reflects ARU’s commitment to local economic growth, innovation, and community collaboration., Pro-Vice Chancellor for Enterprise and Entrepreneurship at ARU, says:“We see a lot of high-potential startups in the region. The support from NEEB will bring together our entrepreneurial network to help supercharge new businesses.”Reserve Your Spot Today!Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow entrepreneurs.? Register now to secure your free ticket!Arise is an Innovation Hub for businesses specialising in the Health, Performance and Wellbeing sectors, and is part of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). With Hubs strategically located in Chelmsford and Harlow, members can enjoy tailored business support, including access to grant funding, networking opportunities and serviced office facilities.Arise is supported by the expertise and resources of ARU, providing skills, talent, innovation and business support. Arise is a partnership between ARU and Essex County Council with support from Chelmsford City Council and Harlow Council. This partnership aims to promote business growth in Essex. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chelmsford/startup-social-march-meeting/100001982887002402 - **Event Categories**: Business, Meetups, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chelmsford - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub - **lat**: 51.74407679999999 - **long**: 0.4718922 - **full address**: Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Startup Social - March meeting - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7e0b70b17acf6fb91a01e2525562b4e0350a23669230f01500a282f716806b9a-rimg-w800-h400-dcf4ede0-gmir.jpg?v=1771183841 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Startup Social - March meeting being held? - **A:** Startup Social - March meeting takes place on Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub, Alan Cherry Drive, Chelmsford, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Startup Social - March meeting? - **A:** Startup Social - March meeting is organized by Arise Chelmsford. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Startup Social - March meeting", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7e0b70b17acf6fb91a01e2525562b4e0350a23669230f01500a282f716806b9a-rimg-w800-h400-dcf4ede0-gmir.jpg?v=1771183841", "startDate": "2026-03-26", "endDate": "2026-03-26", "url": "https://allevents.in/chelmsford/startup-social-march-meeting/100001982887002402", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Alan Cherry Drive", "postalCode": "CM1 1SQ", "addressLocality": "Chelmsford", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "51.74407679999999", "longitude": "0.4718922" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "A space for founders, freelancers and future innovators in Chelmsford.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-22", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-26", "validFrom": "2026-04-22", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/chelmsford/startup-social-march-meeting/100001982887002402" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-22", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-22", "url": "https://allevents.in/chelmsford/startup-social-march-meeting/100001982887002402", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-22", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-22", "url": "https://allevents.in/chelmsford/startup-social-march-meeting/100001982887002402", "price": 0, "name": "ARU Student" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-22", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-22", "url": "https://allevents.in/chelmsford/startup-social-march-meeting/100001982887002402", "price": 0, "name": "Arise Members" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Arise Chelmsford", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/arise-chelmsford/17608468", "description": " \r\nSituated on our modern ARU university campus and with members including software engineers, digital modelling companies and innovative consumer goods suppliers, Arise offers a professional progressive business environment with work, lab and innovation space.\r\nThe purpose built Innovation Centre features everything a new business needs: light-filled office space, hot desking, break out spaces and meetings rooms.\r\nUNIVERSITY’S RIVERSIDE CAMPUSIn its serene location by the river, our Chelmsford campus is a great place to be with striking, modern buildings that house state-of-the-art facilities. 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