South Yorkshire Innovation Programme launch

Collaborating to boost regional growth

We are delighted to invite you to join us as we unveil full details of the trailblazing South Yorkshire Innovation Programme (SYIP): a £3 million initiative designed to foster innovation and drive economic growth across our region.

A collaboration led by Sheffield Hallam University, in partnership with the University of Sheffield and Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, SYIP will offer a wide range of support services to help regional businesses, organisations and non-profits of all sizes to evolve, innovate and thrive. This high quality, bespoke support will include academic consultancy, innovation audits, student projects and placements, access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, events, technical workshops and more.

With an opening address from South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard and the chance to hear from leading figures in the world of innovation from both universities, expect a detailed overview of SYIP as well as a summary of the region’s evolving innovation ecosystem.

Agenda:

5pm: Arrival and networking

5.45pm: Event opening with Mayor Oliver Coppard

5.55pm: SYIP programme overview

6.10pm: How the Sheffield universities support the regional innovation ecosystem with representatives from Sheffield Hallam and the University of Sheffield

6.20pm: Food and refreshments

8pm: Event close

Event highlights:

SYIP introduction: Learn about the programme's goals, benefits, funding and how it will turn cutting-edge research, knowledge and expertise into practical solutions that address the specific needs of our region’s businesses.

Regional innovation ecosystem overview: Learn more about the many regional partnership initiatives helping to cement South Yorkshire's position as a hub for innovation.

Networking opportunities: Connect with other businesses, academics and industry leaders.

*Please note this is a ticketed event and we can not allow walk-ins on the day.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Owen Building, Heartspace Atrium, Sheffield City Centre, United Kingdom