Welcome to February’s Innovation Insights

Oxford Innovation Space is excited to bring you a newsletter packed with opportunities to fuel your business growth and success. Whether you’re a start-up founder, small business owner, or seasoned entrepreneur, our workshops and events cover a wide range of topics to help you achieve your business goals. Be inspired by success stories and case studies from our Innovation Centres, showcasing what’s possible and motivating you to reach new heights.

News & Updates

Oxford Innovation Space Achieves Good Business Charter Accreditation 

We are proud to have achieved the Good Business Charter accreditation, affirming our commitment to responsible practices, ethical conduct, and making a positive impact on society. Our focus on fair pay, employee well-being, diversity and inclusion, and environmental responsibility sets a standard for others to follow.

Rising Stars Competition

 The UK’s largest prize pitch competition for B2B startups is back, with £3 million worth of investment up for grabs. This competition offers early-stage tech startups a platform to pitch their innovations, boosting visibility and attracting customers, partners, and investors.

AI Growth Hub at Culham Campus 

The first AI Growth Hub has been announced at Culham Campus, home to the UK Atomic Energy Authority. This hub aims to combine fusion energy and AI talent to create a powerful synergy for future innovations.

Health Doctor at Witney BIC 

Meet Ellen, owner of Health Doctor, who offers chiropractic and wellness services. Since joining Witney BIC, Ellen has thrived in the supportive environment, benefiting from its resources and networking opportunities.

Apprenticeship Support from OxLEP 

OxLEP’s Apprenticeship Advisors provide support with all aspects of apprenticeships, including employing an apprentice for the first time and making the best use of apprenticeship levy funds.

New One IPO Search Tool 

The Intellectual Property Office has launched a new online search tool for UK patents, making it easier for businesses and innovators to search and access patent information.

Upcoming Events

• Women Founders Get Together: Securing Investment (6th March, Canary Wharf, London)
• Scale Up Network: Biosciences Edition Webinar (11th February, Online)
• Financial Fitness Workshop (17th February, Witney Business & Innovation Centre)
• Access to Finance – Funding for Innovations (13th March, Harwell Campus)
• Small99’s People, Planet, Pint: Sustainability Meetup (25th February, The Royal Oak, Oxford)
• How to Achieve Successful Innovation Adoption in the NHS (18th March, Digital Health Rewired, NEC, Birmingham)

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