To invest or not to invest, that is the question… We’re back by popular demand and once again we are inviting you, the south’s innovators and entrepreneurs, to step up, pitch big and impress the Open Mic audience in a […]
To invest or not to invest, that is the question… We’re back by popular demand and once again we are inviting you, the south’s innovators and entrepreneurs, to step up, pitch big and impress the Open Mic audience in a […]
By far the best thing about attending Venturefest South is seeing all the wonderfully inventive and inspirational ideas from talented innovators across the South. Creators and entrepreneurs come together to showcase their different ideas and products; most designed to solve […]
Got an awesome outdoor innovation? Perhaps you’ve designed a self-assembling tent to make camping less stressful, a piece of gardening equipment that makes weeding a doddle, or an innovative piece of wearable tech that gets people noticing you (for the […]
We’re excited to share an incredible opportunity we’ve identified for early-stage startups and innovative entrepreneurs across the UK. The Santander X UK Awards 2024 has been launched, offering the chance to secure up to £25,000 of equity-free funding and […]
Venturefest South proudly announces the launch of the VFS Rumble Business Growth Series, a dynamic and engaging series of events designed to empower business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs with actionable strategies for growth. Running from July to October, this series […]
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Barclays Entrepreneur Awards – Nominate today! Barclays is proud to celebrate these incredible entrepreneurs and their unique journeys, which places the UK at the forefront of the global start up scene. From idea to […]
Our partners at National Biofilms Innovation Centre are excited to announce the Biofilm CREATE: Art & Photography Competition, celebrating the intricate beauty of biofilms through various forms of art and photography. This competition invites artists and photographers to creatively explore […]
Venturefest South (VFS), the fastest-growing innovation and business growth programme in the South, has launched its milestone 8th year with influential new partners to elevate VFS24 to unprecedented heights. New this year will be an exciting series of ‘Rumble Events’, […]
Venturefest South partner, University of Southampton, is delighted to offer grant funding to eligible businesses based in Hampshire or the surrounding areas. The grant funding aims to fuel growth and innovation and support the local economy. By offering internships to […]
Shaping the Future of Innovation in the South In an inspiring gathering of the South’s leading influencers, the Southern Innovation Catalyst meet-up, held on February 28th, united visionaries with a vested interest in nurturing the region’s innovation ecosystem. This exclusive, […]
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