Events

Here you will find events, workshops, webinars and networking opportunities for businesses provided by Arise, ARU and partners.

We run informal monthly coffee mornings at Arise Innovation Hubs. The aim of these sessions are to increase networking opportunities for business occupants; to encourage links and joint working between occupants and academics; to engage occupants with the various support services which the University can provide; and to provide a platform to showcase Arise and the wider university facilities to potential occupants and the wider Chelmsford and Harlow business community.

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Upcoming Events

COHORT 2 NEW OPEN!

Tailored specifically for pre-startup companies, Medilink Midlands accelerator programme provides the foundational support needed to navigate the initial and often most challenging phase of business development.

The project will deliver expert support, innovation grants and a range of sector-specific events, all geared towards unlocking MedTech investment in Essex.

It will help you with Expert Mentorship, Tailored Workshops, Networking Opportunities, Funding Advice and Tech & Market Validation.

Beginning in May. Book now

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Wednesday 24 April 2024 9:30 | | Arise Innovation Hubs Harlow, Harlow Innovation Park, CM17 9TX || FSB Member tickets: £8 | Non-member tickets: £10

In Partnership with FSB, the national small business champions. Join them for a one-off small business speed networking session and get to talk with every individual in the room.

Meet with like-minded entrepreneurs, self-employed people and small business owners at the innovative venue of ARU Arise in Harlow.

Arise Innovation Hub members can attend this event for the membership price of £8. Please select 'FSB member' when booking.

Arise Members get 10% off FSB membership for their first year.

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Thursday 9 May 2024 19:30 | | || INPERSON || Athena, Leicester || Free

Arise Innovation Hubs and MTRC are delighted to be sponsoring the Medilink Midlands award for Partnership between Academia and Business.

As Medilink Midlands are celebrating their 20th anniversary, these business awards are set to be bigger than ever. They are continuing to provide the perfect platform to showcase the life sciences and MedTech sectors within the Midlands.

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Wednesday 15 May 2024 8:30 | | Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge ||

Arise Innovation Hubs are hosting Bio Integrates in Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge,

Focused on the biotech, start-ups, and emerging pharma segment

Addressing the needs of innovative companies developing the therapies of tomorrow, this one-day conference provides a unique forum to discuss the major challenges impacting the sector.

KEYNOTES, FIRESIDE CHATS AND PANEL DISCUSSIONS

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Thursday 16 May 2024 10:00 | | Online Webinar | FREE |

A bi-annual update webinar.

In this session we will cover: Comprehensive update on Grant Funding and the current landscape - R&D Tax Credits and the latest updates, reflections and lessons learned on R&D Tax Credits - HMRC Document update - Exploring available events and support for the Partner Referral Scheme.

Webinar takes place on 16h May at 10am. Book now.

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Tuesday 4 June 2024 10:30 | | Arise Innovation Hubs, Harlow | | FREE

Arise have announced their next event... A networking Coffee morning will be held at the Arise Innovation Hub in Harlow.

These events are designed to help you network with other SMEs in the Health, Performance and Wellbeing sectors. This is an informal business event, aimed to help you make connections within the Heath and MedTech circles.

Good coffee, hot drinks and pastries will be provided. We can't wait to see you there!

To reserve your place on this in person event, please book now.

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Wednesday 5 June 2024 10:00 | | In-person event || NEC, Birmingham | | FREE

We are delighted to be partnering with Medilink Midlands at The MedTech Innovation Expo 2024.

Held in Birmingham and free to attend, with almost 200 exhibitors, over 50 presentations and lots of features across the event for you to enhance your knowledge, your network and your know-how.

We will be exhibiting there, alongside Medilink to discuss with attendees all things MedTech. .

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MTI Expo

Thursday 27 June 2024 17:00 | | Arise Innovation Hubs Chelmsford | | FREE

Due to the success of last years Pimms and Prosecco, we are holding another event!

Bring your best self for glasses of fiz, entertainment and the opportunity to network with other SME's in the Health, Performance and Wellbeing sectors. This is an informal business event, aimed to help you make connections and grow your circle, all while celebrating the taste of summer...!

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