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Converge Challenge 2025 information and application session (Online)

Thinking of applying for Converge 2025? Then don’t miss our upcoming Application Info session to find out how to apply and what our judges look for in a successful proposal. Our team can also give you practical hints, tips and tailored advice to help your application fly. Make your bright business idea a reality with the help of Converge!

12/02/2025 1:00 pm - 12/02/2025 2:00 pm

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Understanding Intellectual Property

Intellectual property is an essential part of innovative new businesses and can be one of their main assets. But what do we mean by innovation and intellectual property, and how can a young business best exploit the intellectual property at its disposal?

18/02/2025 1:00 pm - 18/02/2025 2:00 pm

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Lightbulb Innovate Challenge 2025

Develop innovation skills by taking part in the Lightbulb Innovate Challenge 2024/25 and design new technologies that solve or improve real world problems.

19/02/2025 3:00 pm - 19/02/2025 6:00 pm

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Converge Challenge 2025 information and application session (Online)

Thinking of applying for Converge 2025? Then don’t miss our upcoming Application Info session to find out how to apply and what our judges look for in a successful proposal. Our team can also give you practical hints, tips and tailored advice to help your application fly. Make your bright business idea a reality with the help of Converge!

24/02/2025 3:00 pm - 24/02/2025 4:00 pm

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Understanding your market and customers

You may have heard that 90% of new businesses fail, but what’s the story behind this scary statistic? Most of these failures are linked to a poor understanding of customer needs and target markets.

25/02/2025 1:00 pm - 25/02/2025 2:00 pm

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Lightbulb Pitch-off Challenge

This energizing experience promotes public speaking, innovation, creativity, continuous improvement, and cross-team collaboration.

26/02/2025 3:00 pm - 26/02/2025 6:00 pm

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Start Here Breakfast

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Join us for an informal breakfast and networking event where you get the chance to meet and chat to relevant contacts about your business ideas, how to get started and further growth.

26/02/2025 8:30 am - 26/02/2025 10:30 am

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From Idea to Market

Starting a business is about more than money. From premises and equipment to people and technology, you will need a variety of resources at different stages to get your business market ready. Understanding what resources you will need and when will help to de-risk your venture, giving you a greater chance of success. This 1-hour interactive workshop explores the skills, people, infrastructure and funding required to transition your project from concept to market. Using a real-life case study, you will follow a Converge alumnus company through the stages of resource planning and management, from concept to launch.

04/03/2025 1:00 pm - 28/10/2024 2:00 pm

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