Posts Tagged ‘technology incubator’
An interview with Greville Commins: 15 years at SETsquared Bristol
We had a chat with Greville Commins, Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR), about the highlights of his last 15 years growing tech companies at SETsquared Bristol. Now that Grev is retiring, we would like to say a huge thank you for his commitment, expertise and dedication to us, the University of Bristol and the hundreds of startups and scaleups in which he’s played a significant part. Please could you describe what you do as an Entrepreneur in Residence. As EiR, I use my knowledge and experience…
Read MoreRick Chapman, Entrepreneur in Residence: Never the same day twice…
As an Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) at SETsquared Bristol, I usually work one day a week sandwiched between other projects and companies I work with. However, I often describe it as the most fun day of my week and I’d like to explain why. Firstly, every day with SETsquared is different. My role as EiR requires me to be…
Read MoreFerryx win Best Elevator Pitch award at Tech-Xpo 2021
Ferryx, a biotech company tackling gastrointestinal inflammation, pitched alongside ten other startups from Bristol’s world-leading tech scene to win ‘Best Elevator Pitch’ at Tech-Xpo on Wednesday 30 June. Tech-Xpo is our flagship pitch, demo, connect showcase, providing a platform for startups to showcase their innovative technologies and raise investment. Founded in 2019 as a spin-out from the University of Bristol, Ferryx…
Read MorePitching companies announced for Tech-Xpo 2021
Eleven startup companies from Bristol’s world-leading tech scene have been shortlisted to pitch and demo their innovative products at our flagship Tech-Xpo 2021 event on 30 June. The companies competing for the Best Elevator Pitch are: AI Labs, Airway Medical, Brijj, Cotham Technologies, Data³, Ferryx, Groundwaves, Kaedim, Radii Devices, Stratiphy and Yello Butterfly. The annual showcase will be…
Read More#Idea2Pitch workshop is back to help early startups get pitch perfect
Our next #Idea2Pitch workshop for tech entrepreneurs is on 15 June 2021. #Idea2Pitch is a chance for novice entrepreneurs to explore the viability of a new business idea, or an opportunity for early stage companies to enhance and hone their skills before approaching investors. This free event includes a workshop on what makes a good…
Read MoreJoin our team as Entrepreneur in Residence
We’re looking for an Entrepreneur in Residence to join our award-winning team at SETsquared Bristol. We incubate tech startups – helping them transition from where they are now to where they need to be. We put our founders first, recognising that no two startups are the same, which is why helping them develop is so exciting. Our members benefit from truly bespoke advice crafted around their…
Read MoreSophie Connolly joins as Team Assistant
We are pleased to welcome Sophie Connolly to the SETsquared Bristol team as our Team Assistant. Sophie is responsible for managing the SETsquared Bristol office and organising various activities for our members, such as events, workshops and Business Review Panels. Having recently graduated from the University West of England (UWE) with a Masters in Innovation and Applied Entrepreneurship in 2019, Sophie has been heavily involved in entrepreneurship education regionally. Most notably co-founding the Female…
Read MoreJack Jordan-Connelly joins as Business Incubation Manager
We are pleased to welcome Jack Jordan-Connelly to the SETsquared Bristol team as our Business Incubation Manager. Jack is responsible for the day-to-day management and development of the incubation programme, including membership management to ensure companies receive the tailored support they need to succeed. Jack will also be involved with innovation projects in the West…
Read MoreEnterprising Women 2.0: Take your business to the next stage
Are you a woman with a new business, business idea or side-hustle hobby who is looking for support to launch and grow your business? To mark International Women’s Day, we are opening applications for Enterprising Women 2.0, our fully funded pre-incubation programme for women-led businesses, in partnership with NatWest. Now in its second year, Enterprising…
Read MoreSETsquared Bristol contributes 10% of total investment raised in South West for third consecutive year
SETsquared Bristol is delighted to announce that its members raised a combined £40.2 million in 2020, contributing to over 10% of the total investment raised by the South West region for the third consecutive year in a row. Despite the South West seeing a slowing down in investment due to the pandemic, more than half…
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