A Tech West England Advocates guide for international start-ups and scale-ups entering the West England tech ecosystem, covering market research, visas, funding, company setup, location and networking. It maps the region's tech sectors, universities and major infrastructure assets, and the flagship events the network runs.
Key sectors
AerospaceAdvanced EngineeringTelecommunicationsClean and Renewables Energy TechFinTechMarine TechAgri TechHealth and MedTechRoboticsBioTechRegTechInsurTechAutomotiveArtificial IntelligenceQuantumCybersecuritySemiconductorsSoftware DesignFoodTechSpaceTechGaming and eSports
A not-for-profit organisation and the go-to tech network for international start-ups and scale ups entering the West England tech eco-system. They help with local knowledge, market insight and sign-posting to tech clusters, stakeholders and trusted professional partners who support market entry and soft landing.
The eco-system spans the West Midlands, West of England and The Great South West, including Bristol, Birmingham, Basingstoke, Southampton and Portsmouth, and the counties of Cornwall (including the Isles of Scilly), Dorset, Devon, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Berkshire and Hampshire. Total region: 40,000 km².
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Research and plan
The West of England has a diverse economy, so research your target market and identify a niche where your business can excel. The network can connect you with market research experts so you decide where to land before you commit.
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Funding
West England has established angel investor networks, VCs and funds to support market entry and growth. The network can direct you to local Government, finance experts and providers for your funding requirements.
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Get in touch first
Before you launch, email contact@techwestenglandadvocates.co.uk or reach out to Richard Lowe directly.
