Essex Innovation Programmes

What are the Essex Innovation Programmes?

Innovation – the successful commercialisation of new ideas – is vital if we are to see our economy grow stronger and witness the emergence of a new generation of businesses able to compete in the international marketplace. The Essex Innovation Programmes, therefore, is working to create the best possible environment within Essex, Thurrock and Southend, that allows both new and existing businesses to exploit to the full potential of their new ideas and creativity.


The Essex Innovation Programmes offers a range of support under two programmes, 'New Ideas', for entrepreneurs and startup's, & 'Developing Innovative Businesses' for early stage and existing businesses. To access more information on these programmes please click here; or alternatively contact Simon Maidment on 01245 702417 or simon.maidment@exdra.co.uk


Latest news about the work of the Essex Innovation Programmes and related activity around the region is contained below.

Grow your business in challenging times - Presentation Download's

Date: 05 February 2009


Yesterday 'Grow your business in challenging times' went ahead and had a great turn out from over 160 people even though the weather turned some people away.

We would like to thank all those that attended, as as promised the presentations from the day are below.

If anyone has any questions from the day please feel free to contact us; simon.maidment@exdra.co.uk and we will have more updates and photo's soon.

Derek Ford's Presentation Part 1 - click here

Derek Ford's Presentation Part 2 - click here

Stephen Castle's Presentation - click here

Sally Brazier's Presentation - click here

Liz Lake's top tips for more effective business - click here

Liz Lake's business action plan - click here

Wayne Hemingway's Presentation - click here

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