In partnership with Innovate UK, the University of Bedfordshire are hosting an informative Grant Writing Workshop to offer regional SMEs some much needed direction and support in writing successful funding applications. Spaces are limited.
Join us on the 6th December 9am-1.30pm, Luton Campus, to access vital tips and tools and learn how to improve future funding submissions.
Collaborative partners, Innovate UK Edge, will also join us to highlight the available funding calls in the region and offer practical advice on ensuring your submission stands out from the crowd.
Our two one-hour practical sessions offer business leaders step-by-step guidance and ‘best practice’ tips on how to write successful grant applications (based on funding opportunities via Innovate UK & the University of Bedfordshire’s Innovation Bridges* programme).
Attending organisations will get access to:
- Step-by-step advice on what you should include in your applications
- Practical skills and ‘best practice’ for completing all manner of funding bid submissions
- Details on funding opportunities that are available in your area, with details on how to apply
- 1:2:1 support from the University of Bedfordshire Business Advisor (after the event) to finalise and submit your application
The event is part of the ARC Innovation Festival, hosted by Innovate UK in partnership with Arc Universities Group and South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership (SEMLEP) – taking place from 5th to 9th December 2022.
*Innovate UK and University of Bedfordshire’s Innovation Bridges grants are subject to eligibility criteria and panel approval.
Event Agenda
Start time: 9:00am
End time: 9:30am
(30 minutes)
Activity: Arrival & Refreshments
Start time: 9:30am
End time: 10:00am
(30 minutes)
Item 1 | Welcome, housekeeping, introduction & a brief event overview
Speakers:
Andrew Church, Pro-Vice Chancellor Research & Innovation Service, University of Bedfordshire
Gordon Brady, Head of Skills & Business, Research & Innovation Service, University of Bedfordshire
Start time: 10:00am
End time: 11:00am
(1 hour)
Item 2 | Innovate UK Funding Application Workshop
Delegates will hear from Innovate UK experts, learning about available funding opportunities in the region, as well as take advantage of the step-by-step guidance and ‘best practice’ tips on how to write a successful funding applications.
Speakers:
Julian Bowrey, Regional Manager, South East and East Midlands, Innovate UK
Daniel Dearing, Senior Innovation and Growth Specialist, Innovate UK Edge
Start time: 11:00am
End time: 11:15am
(15 minutes)
Break
Start time: 11:15am
End time: 12:15pm
(1 hour)
Item 3 | Grant Writing Workshop
Delegates will be offered step-by-step expert guidance on writing a successful application, using a live case study example. Business leaders will also get an opportunity to access funding from the university’s Innovation Bridges programme – part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
The ERDF funding stream offers eligible SMEs fully funded expert consultancy to help you develop your innovation plans and grant opportunities (between £1,000 & £15,000) to implement their idea.
Speakers:
Gordon Brady, Head of Skills & Business, Research & Innovation Service, University of Bedfordshire
Start time: 12:15pm
End time: 12:30pm
(15 minutes)
Activity: Q&A Panel
Start time: 12:30pm
End time: 1:30pm
(1 hour)
Activity: Lunch & opportunity to network
Refreshments will be offered throughout the event, inclusive of a set lunch – giving you an opportunity to refuel and network with other organisations.
Would you like to attend? To register, please submit the form on the site below and tell us a little more about how we can help you:
https://www.beds.ac.uk/grant-event-2022
