Venturefest Mobile Hub
Innovation in established businesses
Join us on 14th November for the next Venturefest Mobile Hub in Sandwell
Date: November 14th
Time: 7.30 to 10.30 am
Location: Sandwell Start-Up Hub, Jack Judge House, Oldbury B69 2AJ
About the event
What to expect from the event
Join us for the next Venturefest Mobile Hub in partnership with the Sandwell Business Growth team and the Sandwell Business Ambassadors for a morning event focused upon ‘What is innovation in established companies?’
Hear inspiring stories from other businesses
Take part in an Innovation Canvas workshop
Connect with local partners, and business support organisations
Agenda
7:30 - 7:50
Registration and breakfast
7:50 - 8:15
Welcome to Venturefest MobileHub
8:15 - 9:10
Session 1
Innovation in established companies
Fireside Chat
Phil Calcutt
A&M EDM Limited
Panels
Support for established businesses
Nicola Deards
Midlands Aerospace Alliance
Jit Gatcha
Phil Calcutt
9:10 - 9:20
Break
9:20 - 10:10
Session 2
Workshop
Innovation Canvas
Rachel Cheetham
Innovate UK
10:10 - 10:30
Refreshments and networking
Sandwell Business Ambassadors
Sandwell Council launched the Sandwell Business Ambassadors programme in 2016 to combine the strengths (skills, experience and networks) of prominent businesspeople in the borough. Our purpose as Ambassadors is to:Support and represent Sandwell businesses, on issues that matter to our borough’s business community, with the aim of building inclusive economic growth that benefits every resident and business in Sandwell.As Ambassadors we are promoting the concept of ‘doing business better’. By encouraging responsible business practices we believe we can boost business success here in Sandwell, and help to raise up people and communities too.
We are passionate about #DoingBusinessBetter#DoingBusinessBetter is an umbrella hashtag we use to highlight good work in the corporate world. We share ways in which Black Country businesses can ensure their work has a positive impact on local people, jobs and communities.
Sandwell Startup Hub
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or are you growing a business in Sandwell? You can come and work from the Sandwell Start-Up Hub – a welcoming working space in Oldbury.The Business Growth Team at Sandwell Council wants your business to thrive and grow. It’s one of our priorities as your local authority. So whether you are looking to collaborate, or you’re a new entrepreneur seeking resources, we want the Sandwell Start-Up Hub to be your gateway to success.
Venturefest Mobile Hubs
The Venturefest Mobile Hubs are a series of short, dynamic events that bring together businesses and entrepreneurs with universities, and business support organisations to connect and collaborate.
About Venturefest Mobile Hubs
The Venturefest Mobile Hubs are a new format brought to you by Venturefest West Midlands that target local ecosystems and focus on themes that align with our local partners.
The Mobile Hubs are a series of short, dynamic events that bring together businesses and entrepreneurs with universities, and business support organisations to connect and collaborate, and explore key themes around:
Entrepreneurship & innovation culture
Innovation & business support.
During the events, you will have the opportunity to connect with a wide range of exciting businesses, local partners, and business support organisations. You will also hear from panellists who will share their innovation journeys and offer advice on how businesses can secure investment and funding, work with specialist advisors, and create opportunities for collaboration.