Event on:
Friday 16 October 2026 . 10:30—12:30
Opportunities that exist across the growth corridor for SMEs
Networking
growth
sme
Join NatWest Accelerator and The Open University for a unique MK Tech Week event bringing together influential speakers, founders, academics and ecosystem leaders from across the Oxford-Cambridge-Milton Keynes growth corridor.
This dynamic event will explore how SMEs, startups and scale-ups can unlock opportunities for growth through access to innovation networks, university expertise, investment communities, business support programmes and collaborative partnerships.
Through three focused spotlight discussions, you'll hear directly from the people building and supporting some of the UK's most exciting innovation ecosystems.
Why Attend?
You'll discover:
- How Cambridge, Oxford and Milton Keynes support entrepreneurial growth
- Practical opportunities available to startup and scaling businesses
- How founders can connect with research, talent and innovation networks
- The role universities play in driving commercial innovation
- Routes to collaboration, funding and ecosystem support
- Real-world insights from experienced founders and innovation leaders
Date & Time
Friday 16 October 2026
10:30—12:30
10:30—12:30
Location
The Berrill Lecture Theatre, The Open University
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Free event
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