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OneTech Launch 2020 Incubator Programmes

by Alison Partridge | Sep 15, 2020 | News, Programme

This Autumn, Our OneTech Programme will be launching applications for our new series of incubation programmes to support the development of diverse entrepreneurs and their startups over the coming year. Split into 4 stages: Ideation MVP Development Traction Funding...

Webinars: What might industry placements look like for specific roles in your organisation?

by Laurel Ye | Sep 3, 2020 | Events, News

Industry placements are an extended period of structured time that a student spends in the workplace, developing real skills and making a meaningful contribution to the organisation. They are also a fundamental part of the government’s reforms to technical education...

UCD Research Project to Study the Resilience of Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

by Laurel Ye | Jul 31, 2020 | News

Exploring resilience strategies of entrepreneurs and business owners after the coronavirus outbreak. Entrepreneurs and small businesses play a critical role in the society and economy, but the sector is significantly threatened by the Coronavirus outbreak and...

Mayor’s Back to Business Fund

by Laurel Ye | Jul 31, 2020 | COVID-19, News

The Mayor’s £1m Back to Business Fund will offer up to £5,000 in match funding to small and independent businesses through the Pay It Forward London crowdfunding platform. Through the Back to Business Fund, businesses will get financial help to expand their operation...

Funding London’s New Investment Readiness Programme

by carlyce | Jul 23, 2020 | News, Startups

Funding London, in partnership with the London Growth Hub, has developed an investment readiness programme to help entrepreneurs, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, navigate the complex process of securing investment for their business. During the...

KQ Labs Opens Applications

by Laurel Ye | Jul 14, 2020 | News, Startups

KQ Labs opens applications for early-stage data-driven health start-ups for its third annual accelerator programme and announces LifeArc as a strategic partner KQ Labs is now accepting applications for its third cohort of companies. Early stage data-driven health...

OneTech Partners With The Angel Investing School To Provide Scholarships To Underrepresented Professionals

by Alison Partridge | Jul 1, 2020 | Blog, News, Startup Supporters

The Angel Investing School (AIS) is a nationwide community focused on widening participation for professionals from all backgrounds to learn how to get started with investing in startups. Through their 6 week courses, they teach 30 emerging investors every April and...

Investing in Black Founders Matters

by Laurel Ye | Jun 25, 2020 | Events, News, Startup Supporters

UK Business Angels Association are hosting a virtual round table that is bringing together Angels and VCs seeking to make a difference to the level of investment reaching black and minority ethnic founders. We are in midst of a meaningful and powerful global moment...

Call for Proposal to receive funding to set up an Business Angel Syndicate focused on investing in Black founders of UK registered tech startups.

by John Spindler | Jun 22, 2020 | Blog, News, Startup Supporters, Startups

Capital Enterprise has decided to commit £50,000 towards a Black led organisation or group to establish and run a professional business angel syndicate dedicated to investing in the Black founders of UK registered tech startups. We believe there is strong evidence...

Shared Workspace Support Programme

by Laurel Ye | Jun 19, 2020 | COVID-19, News, Startup Supporters

London Growth Hub, in partnership with Business University are delivering: 'Business Adaptation and Crisis Navigation: What can SMEs learn from Shared Workspace and Coworking spaces when entering the ‘New Normal’? In light of the COVID-19 crisis, many shared...

UK -China Tech Accelerator

by Laurel Ye | Jun 15, 2020 | News

China is the fastest growing and most dynamic global market for emerging digital technologies. With 854 million internet users, a vibrant consumer economy, and a supportive policy regime, the Chinese market offers significant opportunities for UK-based tech...

Tata Varsity Pitch Launch – The Hunt is on for the Best Student Business Ideas

by Laurel Ye | Jun 1, 2020 | News

Tata Varsity Pitch Competition is a national early-stage business pitching competition that celebrates the best businesses coming out of colleges and universities across the UK. The hunt for the best student and graduate business ideas has officially launched, with...