Innovate to accelerate your business growth, Innovate UK, the nation’s innovation agency, working with the region’s Growth Hubs and local universities is hosting the first ever Arc Innovation Festival from 5-9 December 2022.

The festival will showcase the great innovative businesses already in the region, the potential for even more businesses to innovate and the support available to help you do just that.

The main event is a one-day conference on Thursday 8 December at Cranfield University.

Other events, both virtual and face to face are being held during the week and across the region. All are free to attend with prior registration.

What to expect?

• Find out about Innovate UK’s Plan for Action
• Find out about the local economic priorities and the growth opportunities for businesses developing new ideas across Oxford, Milton Keynes, Cambridge and beyond
• Hear from and meet with national and local support agencies. They can help you form collaborative partnerships, undertake Research and Development, access funding and finance, and develop skills and talent for your business
• Hear from local businesses about their innovation journeys and network with potential partners and clients to fast-track your new ideas and innovate
• Agencies and practitioners from across the ecosystem will have the opportunity to network with each other and engage with businesses seeking support

Find out more.