Venturefest West Midlands 2025

West Midlands Combined Authority

The leading innovation and entrepreneurship conference in the region

The Eastside Rooms

Tickets close at 12pm on Tuesday 18th March 2025! However, you are able to register on the day at reception.Venturefest West Midlands provides investors, innovators and entrepreneurs the chance to meet, engage and exchange ideas for co-operation and collaboration, particularly in the fields of science and emerging technologies.Being supported locally by business, universities, science parks and business support organisations, Venturefest is a leading conference supporting the region’s innovative entrepreneurs and businesses to flourish.Venturefest is a free event which will take place on Wednesday 19 March 2025 at the <a href="https://eastsiderooms.com/" title="https://eastsiderooms.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Eastside Rooms</a> in Birmingham.This year's programme will include a keynote from Terry Monkton from Simworx and delegates will have the opportunity to join panel discussions, workshops and network in the exhibition area.Key themes this year include<ul><li>Entrepreneurship for all - breaking the mould to develop different models and opportunities</li><li>Future landscape for Business and Innovation support in the region - a public-private mix</li><li>Unlocking Startup Potential through Alternative Equity Models and Corporate Collaboration</li><li>The Value of creative in your business - the importance of design and brand</li><li>Showcasing WM Innovation Accelerator business successes</li></ul>Running alongside Venturefest West Midlands for another year will be <a href="https://www.aston.ac.uk/research/bss/abs/centres-hubs/aston-centre-for-growth/pitch-up" title="https://www.aston.ac.uk/research/bss/abs/centres-hubs/aston-centre-for-growth/pitch-up" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Minerva Birmingham Pitch Up</a>, a pitching competition for business owners, giving a unique opportunity for businesses to raise their profile both in the West Midlands and in front of a national audience of investors. Business owners are invited to present their ideas in a pitch for investment and stand a chance of winning one of several awards.Please note we will be sharing catering and accessibility requirements with the venue on 28 February. We may be unable to accommodate any special requirements after this date.Your information may be shared with other partners and organisations in relation to this event. For more information visit: <a href="https://www.wmca.org.uk/policies" title="https://www.wmca.org.uk/policies" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.wmca.org.uk/policies </a>Important Notice to Venturefest Attendees:It has come to our attention that contact information of Venturefest attendees is reportedly being offered for sale. We wish to clarify that this is a fraudulent activity. Please be assured that we uphold the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality. Under no circumstances do we sell or share your contact information with third parties. Your trust and privacy are paramount to us. If you have any concerns or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us at questions@wmca.org.uk

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