Venturefest South

Introducing Gareth Miller, Managing Director of the award-winning marketing agency Carswell Gould! 🎉 With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Gareth is a seasoned expert when it comes to all things marketing, client retention, and growing a successful agency. At The Festival of Innovation 2024, he’ll dive into strategies for building strong client relationships, keeping clients engaged, and attracting new business in a competitive market. Tickets are running low, so don’t miss out – secure yours today! 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/e-jY5HUz

Meet more of the innovators at #VFS24! 🚀 1️⃣ Online Oceans – George Morton’s passion project turned commercial venture, building ocean robots for cost-effective, persistent sub-sea data collection.🌊 2️⃣ Film Finder ⚡️ – A free app that helps you discover hidden gems and blockbusters at lightning speed! 🎥📱 3️⃣ UHS IDC – Driving healthcare innovation, helping commercialise groundbreaking ideas from the University Hospital of Southampton. ⏳ With one week to go, grab your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/e4M7HVPK!

I am very excited Creative Network South #PartnershipforSouthHampshire are supporting the narrating creative regions symposium. The symposium should help shape the way #Civic #Universities could support #culture #creativeindustries and #peacemaking as new governance arrangements emerge. Roy Hanney Gavin Stride Gemma Nichols FRSA Claire Whitaker CBE https://lnkd.in/eqR2Ehuj

Founding partner Carswell Gould has been nominated for a major award in recognition for helping New Zealand Trade and Enterprise commit to a liable audience of innovators and investors!

Let us introduce you to some of the exciting innovators are joining us at #VFS24! 🚀 1️⃣ Carbon GPT – This AI-powered platform is revolutionising carbon management for businesses, simplifying carbon accounting, tracking, and reporting. 💻♻️ 2️⃣ Wild Hydrogen – Leading the charge in carbon-negative energy solutions, Wild Hydrogen is transforming the sector with sustainable hydrogen and biomethane alternatives. As they seek to decarbonise transport, energy, and heavy industry. ⚡🌱 3️⃣ Robosys Automation – Experts in autonomous marine control systems, developing cutting-edge technology for autonomous navigation, collision avoidance, and advanced vessel control. 🚢🤖 💡 Ready to explore the future of innovation? —grab your ticket today: https://lnkd.in/e4M7HVPK!

Meet Janet Hadfield, Business Innovation Manager at South Hampshire College Group & Innovate UK Janet Hadfield brings over 20 years of experience in the global healthcare and business sectors, combining clinical expertise with strategic business insight. As a leader in biotherapeutic services and regenerative medicine, Janet is passionate about developing innovative healthcare solutions. At the Festival of Innovation, Janet will be part of the panel on Balancing Innovation, Sustainability, Intellectual Property, and Exit Opportunities, offering valuable insights into these crucial business areas. 🎟 Got your tickets yet? Don’t miss Janet’s session—secure them here! https://lnkd.in/e-jY5HUz 🎟️

Introducing Tim Coles, Legal Director at Blake Morgan LLP. Tim Coles, a seasoned Legal Director specialising in corporate transactions, will be speaking in the "Where’s the money?" session at the Festival of Innovation. With expertise in private acquisitions, joint ventures, and restructurings, Tim brings valuable insights into securing investment and navigating complex legal landscapes. Whether you're looking to grow your business or prepare for a successful sale, Tim’s expertise will provide practical advice for your next steps. 🎟 Have you got your tickets yet? Don’t miss Tim’s session—get them here! https://lnkd.in/e-jY5HUz 🎟️

⏳ Just 2 weeks to go until the Festival of Innovation! ⏳    We’re getting closer to the #VFS24 Festival of Innovation, an event designed to guide you through every stage of the entrepreneurial journey.     Below are tips on how you can get involved on the day:     🌱  Are you thinking about starting, scaling, or selling? Check out the agenda to plan your journey through VFS24. Agenda 👉 https://lnkd.in/esVd5sDm 🎤 Got an idea to share? Join the Open Mic competition and pitch your idea for victory. 🚀 Looking for your next investment opportunity? Explore the Investment Zone and meet over 60 of the South’s most innovative, scalable businesses, ready for support.  🌟  Seeking inspiration? Take advantage of workshops, innovation talks, and plenty of coffee breaks – it’s your chance to work on your business, not just in it. 🤝  Celebrate success with likeminded innovators! Conclude the day with us at the VFS24 awards, drinks and networking.   🎟 What are you waiting for? Get your tickets now to be part of this unmissable event 👉 https://lnkd.in/e89tdKnT 

Let us introduce you to Stephanie Fosh, Managing Director of Pure Human Resources Ltd. Stephanie Fosh, with over 25 years of experience in HR across multiple industries, is a leader in delivering innovative people solutions. At the Festival of Innovation, she’ll be sharing effective strategies for building and managing a team, including best practices in recruitment, onboarding, and employee retention. This session is a must for anyone looking to navigate the challenges of staffing and team management. 🎟 Have you secured your tickets? Don’t miss out on hearing from Stephanie—grab them here! https://lnkd.in/e-jY5HUz 🎟️

Meet the speaker: Karen Souza, Innovate UK Business Connect😃 The Innovate UK No Limits: Supporting Skills for Tomorrow’s Innovation session is a brand new addition to the #VFS24 agenda!🤩 Join Karen at 15:30 - 16:15 in The Think Tank for an interactive session on Innovate UK's new platform, No Limits, which connects people to innovation opportunities! Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eTYVvUBN