# Event Details - **Event Name**: Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am - **Event Description**: Entrepreneurial spirit in Dorset is well and truly alive - and we're here to help it grow! Join us for the Start Up Business Breakfast.About this EventEntrepreneurial spirit in Dorset is well and truly alive — and we’re here to help it grow.Whether you’re considering starting a business or are in your first three years of trading, this event is designed to help you learn, stay motivated and connect with people who can genuinely support you.The workshop is perfect for anyone exploring a new business idea, founders in their early years of trading, and people looking to build meaningful connections.Alongside breakfast, you’ll be welcomed into a friendly room of like-minded founders who understand the challenges and opportunities of those first crucial years.You’ll also hear directly from business owners and advisors who have successfully navigated their first three years of trading — what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons they wish they’d known sooner.Expect insights into sources of finance, local business networks and much more.We’d love to see you there.Meet our guest speakers:Victoria Boast - Owner, Sida YogaVictoria is the founder of sìdà yoga, a Portland-based studio on the Jurassic Coast where she brings over a decade of teaching experience to help people of all levels feel stronger, more mobile and more confident in their yoga practice. Trained across the world and continually learning, she champions a thoughtful, accessible approach to yoga that focuses on alignment, functional movement and personal growth.Alongside leading classes, retreats and workshops, Victoria is now launching Asana Lab, a dedicated yoga school created to train, mentor and support the next generation of teachers. This new venture reflects her commitment to raising standards, deepening understanding and expanding the impact of yoga both locally and beyond, empowering others to build sustainable, intelligent practices rooted in integrity, skill and care.Zarina Kanji - Founder, REPS Athletic BeautyZarina Kanji is the founder of REPS Athletic Beauty and a senior leader in international ecommerce, marketplaces, and retail. REPS fills a unique niche between beauty and sport to address the unique skin challenges that arise from movement and an active lifestyle.Zarina is also currently Managing Director for the UK and Europe at WPIC, the world’s leading ecommerce and digital agency helping businesses to grow in Asia.She previously held leadership roles at Alibaba Group, helping major consumer health, beauty, fashion, sport, and lifestyle brands launh and scale across digital ecosystems in China and Southeast Asia.She has worked in health and wellness at Holland & Barrett, and began her career as a fashion buyer at Ralph Lauren, House of Fraser, Jaeger, working across London, Dubai, and Singapore.Passionate about beauty, fitness, health, and wellness, Zarina champions these industries professionally while embracing an active daily lifestyle.Alongside Victoria and Zarina, you’ll also hear from Becky Phillips, Business Advisor at Evolve and Shelly Collins-Trevett, Head of Business Growth & Inward Investment at Business Growth DorsetBecky supports start-ups and growing businesses across Dorset and Hampshire through mentorship and growth programmes. She’ll share practical guidance on building strong foundations, setting priorities, and making smart early decisions.Shelley leads business growth support across Dorset and will outline the local networks, programmes and finance routes available — plus how to access the right support at the right time.Funded by Dorset Council through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/983232c0-f889-11f0-80fa-b14a704f3544-rimg-w740-h740-dc000000-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/985c28f0-f889-11f0-b5db-bf22a0ebdfc2-rimg-w1200-h511-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9883fc40-f889-11f0-b5db-bf22a0ebdfc2-rimg-w1200-h216-dc000000-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/weymouth/start-up-business-breakfast-in-partnership-with-dorset-council-weymouth/100001981422592312 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, business, workshops, sports, yoga - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Weymouth - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: StarFish Enterprise Co-work & Business Hub - **lat**: 50.6150258 - **long**: -2.4560486 - **full address**: StarFish Enterprise Co-work & Business Hub, 20 King Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/736678294c9c5d985f43a62f867fdff603982ef3f0e48e30bcf1267804c4884c-rimg-w1200-h800-dcf1f3f4-gmir.jpg?v=1769232631 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth) being held? - **A:** Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth) takes place on Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am to Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am at StarFish Enterprise Co-work & Business Hub, 20 King Street, Weymouth, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth)? - **A:** Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth) is organized by Evolve. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Start Up Business Breakfast – in partnership with Dorset Council (Weymouth) is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Weymouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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