University of Warwick Science Park's Newsletter
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Welcome to the Summer Edition of SPARK
2024 was expected to be an exceptional year for the UWSP community as we come together to celebrate four decades of successful support for innovators and entrepreneurs on the Park.
Barely had festivities started to be captured by our 40th Anniversary webpage, when the quarter transformed into a series of celebrations of company growth, community expansion, community spirit, and new anniversaries.
We have celebrated consolidation of global innovation leader BOSCH at iHouse, expansion of electronics giant LG Electronics on site, and the growth of innovators Cryologyx, Moasure, and Lasit Laser UK.
Our Blythe Valley Innovation Centre team enabled more business support activities than ever including a female founders programme demonstrating our commitment to equality of opportunity.
The Ignite Alumni Network celebrated its 1st birthday at a brilliantly attended network meeting held at Warwick Innovation Centre. To date this network has engaged with 300 businesses and successfully attracted a new sponsor in DFA Law from Northampton.
Well attended summer socials saw our community celebrating together and taking time to raise funds for local charities. This shared social conscience is an inspiring feature of the UWSP community epitomised by colleagues from VGC, Moasure, and Raiven AI joining the UWSP team in supporting the Life Ready programme in local schools to inspire students to become future entrepreneurs, innovators, scientists, and engineers.
With all of this going on, and two more quarters to go, it really is difficult not to be excited by what the remainder of 2024 will bring!
Mark Tock, Chief Operations Officer
University of Warwick Science Park
Bosch Mobility UK moves to new Science Park offices
One of the world’s leading technology companies has moved into a new office in Coventry.
Bosch Mobility UK has moved into iHouse at the University of Warwick Science Park, bringing together teams who had previously been based in three separate offices there.
The new office will be home to around 90 members of the Bosch Mobility UK team, including a host of software engineers who design and develop software for vehicles.
Nuneaton start-up to transform sales and marketing analysis with AI tool
A Nuneaton start-up using the power of AI could be set to transform how easily e-commerce businesses analyse their sales and marketing data with the launch of its new software.
Incredible growth of Ignite start-ups highlighted at alumni networking event
The positive impact of supporting start-up businesses on the economy has been highlighted at an event in Warwickshire.
Funding opportunities through Warwickshire Skills Hub
Are you a Warwickshire based SME who is looking to recruit new talent or upskill existing staff? If the answer is yes, Warwickshire Skills Hub, part of Warwickshire County Council, have a range of funding programmes to support you in this.
Innovate UK Grant Funding Competition
Innovate UK have launched a number of funding competitions to help tackle industry challenges ranging from from future economy to AI supply chains.
Absolute Works: Benefits of a well-crafted Employee Handbook
When it comes to workplace resources, your company handbook is the cornerstone. Absolute Works highlights four key benefits of a well-structured handbook that can positively influence your business.
Science Park hires new Head of Finance ahead of ambitious growth plan
Ryan Emery has been hired by the University of Warwick Science Park as it embarks on an ambitious growth plan to expand and enhance its sites over the next five to ten years.
Automotive arm of electronics giant expands into new Science Park offices after refurb
The automotive arm of one of the biggest names in electronics has expanded into larger offices in Coventry after a ten-week refurbishment.
This year marks our 40th Anniversary 🎉
On the 24th February 1984 the then Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Margaret Thatcher opened our first building, Barclays Venture Centre, adjacent to the University of Warwick campus in Coventry which was followed by 4 decades of expansion, wealth creation, regional impact, innovation and knowledge exchange. Since then we have been the home of 800+ remarkable businesses using the Science Park as stepping stone for their success.
Calling Businesses & Innovators in the West Midlands
Warwick Innovation District‘s My Innovation Collective Version 2.0 is here, marking a significant upgrade to the free skills exchange and business support platform.
Summer Socials: Networking with our Tenants
We recently hosted our annual summer BBQ networking events at our Innovation Centre's in Binley, Warwick, and Blythe Valley. With over 300 attendees, the events were a fantastic opportunity for our tenant community to network and enjoy some food in the sunshine.
Online: Sales Mastery - Accelerating growth through strategic selling
📆 16th July: Master the art of effective communication and relationship building to drive sales at this free webinar by Business Ready.
In Person: Rugby Borough Breakfast Networking Event
📆 25th July: Join this informal networking morning to build connections, potential collaborations and to unleash the power of local community networking.
In Person: North-Warwickshire Local Business Forum
📆 12th July: Get updates on local matters, hear from MPs and council officials, and voice your concerns on business issues.
Online: Chamber Networking at Audley Village
📆 25th July: Expand your network, explore collaborative opportunities and kickstart your day at this Chamber Networking event.
