Innovation Connect Community

Coworking and office space

Two businesswomen networking at Innovation Connect

Community and business innovation support

When you join Innovation Connect you'll get more than just office space in Portsmouth.

When you're a member of Innovation Connect, you'll have access to a network of events and individuals that could help the success of your business

You'll benefit from:

Support and guidance with business growth and innovation
Access to business networks, such as the Female Entrepreneurs Network, Entrepreneurs in Residence, and introducing you to local companies and start-ups through our events
Opportunities and space to collaborate and discuss business innovations
Access to advice and talks on topics such as lead generation, funding, marketing and overcoming common business challenges through our collaborations with NatWest and the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership
Access to our members-only business events
Meet and network with other members of Innovation Connect at social events

Work with the University of Portsmouth to grow your business and access our resources, including:

Academic expertise and networking
University business events
Work experience and placement students
Discounted University gym membership
The University library
Join our Enterprise Programme to get involved with practical and engaging sessions to help you become a more enterprising individual

Keep up to date with Innovation Connect

You can easily keep track of all of the events and opportunities available to you by following us on our social media channels or if you're a member, get in touch with us to sign up to our Innovation Connect newsletter.

We host free events across all our locations that develop your understanding of the factors that could help or hinder your business. Our aim is to add value to Portsmouth's small and medium businesses and startups by providing business support and guidance.

Our previous events have focused on topics such as: