Aston Business Hub: Membership packages
Find the right package for your business
Gold membership
Gold membership offers established businesses and growing start-ups the opportunity to access premium resources, dedicated space, and exclusive perks. Gold members benefit from permanent desks and full-time involvement, gaining access to our top-tier support and facilities.
Key benefits
> Four permanent desks: Dedicated workspace for your team.
> Business address on campus: Professional business location at Aston Business Hub.
> Meeting room access: Full access to bookable meeting rooms for presentations and collaborations.
> Exclusive event invitations: Attend members-only incubator and industry events.
> On-site access to the Health Hub including GP practice, pharmacy and dental surgery.
> Opportunity to engage with Aston’s academics on research projects, student placements etc.
> Fitness perks: Access to the Sir Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre (gym, pool, courts).
> 25% discount on use of the Design Factory resources and expertise.
> Broker meetings on your behalf with Midlands Mindforge for those companies seeking specialist venture capital support.
> Visibility and promotion: Feature your business in our incubator’s communication channels to boost brand awareness.
> Workshops and training: Participate in workshops covering essential business topics like scaling, finance, and marketing.
> Access to research and development facilities across Aston University including: The Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute; Aston Institute of Health & Neurodevelopment; Aston Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Application; Institute of Photonic Technologies; Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence; and the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute.
> Opportunities to access internship programmes enabling Aston University undergraduates to spend a period of time in your company working on a specific industry defined problem.
> Accessing Aston University’s prestigious PhD programme.
Note: all the above benefits are subject to additional costs and availability.
Prices starting from £10,800 + VAT annually
Silver membership
Silver membership provides start-ups and solo entrepreneurs with flexible access to resources and networking opportunities. Silver members enjoy the benefits of hot-desk access and valuable community connections while keeping costs manageable.
Key benefits
>Hot-desk access: One hot-desk with flexible access.
> Business address on campus: Professional business location at Aston Business Hub.
> Meeting room access: Access to shared meeting rooms.
> Networking opportunities: Engage with other start-ups and entrepreneurs within the incubator community.
> On-site access to the Health Hub including GP practice, pharmacy and dental surgery.
> Opportunity to engage with Aston University’s academics on research projects, student placements etc.
>Hot-desk access: One hot-desk with flexible access.
> Business address on campus: Professional business location at Aston Business Hub.
> Meeting room access: Access to shared meeting rooms.
> Networking opportunities: Engage with other start-ups and entrepreneurs within the incubator community.
> On-site access to the Health Hub including GP practice, pharmacy and dental surgery.
> Opportunity to engage with Aston University’s academics on research projects, student placements etc.
Note: all the above benefits are subject to additional costs and availability.
Prices starting from £3,600 + VAT annually
Associate membership
Associate membership provides entrepreneurs, startups, and innovative thinkers with flexible access to key resources and community engagement, without the need for a full-time commitment. Associate members enjoy select benefits designed to support their business growth with minimal involvement.
Key benefits
> Mentorship access (limited): Gain occasional guidance from a select group of mentors and industry experts during scheduled mentorship sessions.
> Facility use (limited): Access to shared office spaces and meeting rooms for up to two days per month.
> Workshops and events: Attend a limited number of workshops and networking events annually to stay informed and build connections.
> Networking opportunities: Access to occasional networking events to connect with other entrepreneurs and potential collaborators
Note: all the above benefits are subject to additional costs and availability.