Saka Commits To Supporting ‘diverse Entrepreneurs’

Fiver, a freelance work platform, has announced the next phase of its partnership with England and Arsenal footballer Bukayo Saka, which centers around the launch of an incubator programme, Ideatorr. 

Ideatorr was created ‘to provide young UK entrepreneurs the skills and networks to take their businesses to the next level’ forming part of Fiverr’s commitment to creating equal opportunity for diverse entrepreneurs.

Ideatorr will be hosted by social impact organization Youth Beyond Borders (YBB).

Fiverr has described the programme as ‘inspired by Saka’s commitment to supporting his community’ and will target young entrepreneurs driving community-impact, helping them bring their business dreams to life.

Saka, commented, “People have so many great ideas everyday and they often don’t know what the next steps are to bring that idea to life. The mentor program with Fiverr will help bring those ideas to life. It’s important that the next generation is given a platform and that’s what is special about Fiverr. Not only do they see the talent before the background of the person, but they have the passion and expertise to really help the younger generation from all backgrounds make their dreams and ambitions a reality.”

Officially commencing on Friday 11^th August, the programme will be accepting up to 12 applicants from the ages of 18 to 25.

Participating mentors include Dr. Mark Prince OBE, Founder and Director of The Kiyan Prince Foundation and startup founder and keynote speaker, Ben Keene.

Bukki Adedapo, UK Country Manager, Fiverr, added, “We are delighted to move into this phase of our partnership with Bukayo Saka to launch our incubator program together. Bukayo has long been an inspiration, not just as a world class athlete but as a luminary in giving a voice to those who need it. Our goal at Fiverr is to create opportunities for anyone who wants to grow their business. Working alongside both Bukayo and the team at Youth Beyond Borders, we hope to give anyone, regardless of background, the chance to make their business dreams a reality.”

​​Jasper Kain, CEO, Youth Beyond Borders, said, “We are thrilled to be helping launch the incubator program alongside Fiverr and Bukayo Saka. The world is full of incredibly talented young people from so many different backgrounds. Through this program, we want to help give these socially minded people a chance to thrive. So often we hear incredible business ideas from people but they just don’t know how to get started. With Ideatorr, we want to change that. With Fiverr’s exceptional expertise in helping businesses grow and Bukayo Saka’s support, we believe we can give a platform to the next great purpose-driven businesses in the UK.”