What we do
Ten-week cohort programmes and one-day workshops, delivered in person and online. Every programme is built around real workflows in real businesses, not theory. People leave with AI already running in their business, not a certificate.
How we teach
Plain-English explanations, live walkthroughs and low-risk experimentation. Participants test tools on small tasks first, with mentoring and a peer community alongside, so confidence builds before commitment does.
Who we work with
Councils, combined authorities, business-support organisations and funders who want AI capability delivered where it's needed - designed around their growth strategy rather than dropped on top of it.
140+
people trained
Across programmes and workshops to date
1,000+
SMEs supported
By Fossu Ltd since 2019
10,000+
in our network
Business owners and SME leaders
Trusted by leading organisations
We've delivered digital-skills programmes for councils, corporates and local authorities across the UK, including Barclays, Google, Lloyds, Basildon Council, Lambeth Council and Islington Council.
A proven track record
Since 2019, Fossu Ltd has supported over 1,000 SMEs and individuals through workshops, mentoring and tailored resources, and maintains a network of more than 10,000 business owners and SME leaders.
Inclusive by design
Our programmes are created with underrepresented groups in mind, including carers and people not in education, employment or training.
Delivery team
Imelda Fossu
Founder, Ignite AI & Fossu Ltd
With a decade of entrepreneurial experience designing enterprise and tech programmes across the UK, Imelda founded Ignite AI to make AI genuinely accessible to non-technical business owners. She leads the in-person delivery across every cohort, from kick-off to showcase.
Indiana Julian
Head of Programme Delivery
Indi runs the programme end to end, overseeing delivery, coordinating the facilitator team and shaping the cohort experience from onboarding through to showcase. With a background in project management and start-up support, she makes sure participants are well supported at every stage.
Emma Portugal
Programme Co-ordinator
Emma keeps the programme running on the ground, overseeing in-person events, logistics and participant support across Yorkshire, using her background in marketing, events and community projects.
Expert AI facilitators
Izzy Okosun
Expert AI Facilitator
As Founder of LOSIMI Ai and an AI Adoption Strategist, Izzy helps businesses find practical value from AI. With 14+ years leading digital transformation across industrial, engineering and facilities management, she guides people through effectively applying AI in the workplace.
Riaz Mohamed
Expert AI Facilitator
An expert AI consultant with over a decade of development experience, Riaz owns a software studio turning ideas into websites, custom web apps, AI voice agents and MVPs. He specialises in AI and automation for founders and SMEs, building practical, revenue-focused tools.
Charlie Lefever
Expert AI Facilitator
Founder of No Coded, an AI and automation consultancy for UK clients, Charlie brings technical depth across sectors, guiding participants through the data, integrations, tools and automations behind their AI workflows - all in plain English.
Build an App with AI
Kaila Love
No-code & Lovable Specialist
A California-based no-code educator, Kaila led the five-week hands-on build phase, making complex technical concepts genuinely accessible and keeping participants building with confidence.
Marija Milosevic
Lovable Specialist & 1:1 Mentor
A technical web developer turned no-code Lovable Ambassador, Marija provides personalised one-to-one mentorship throughout. Her technical depth and practical support helps participants get their MVPs over the line.
Bayo Adesanya
Startup Advisor & 1:1 Mentor
Founder of A3O Limited, drawing on 20+ years of experience including as the first Chief Digital Officer at AXA Nigeria. Bayo provides one-to-one mentor support across Fossu Ltd programmes and delivers the session on pitching and communicating the value of your app.