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Innovation Programmes

Innovation Programmes

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Plus X Innovation provides the tools and support you need to drive innovation and growth. Our in-house team designs and delivers business support and game-changing innovation programmes for startups, SMEs, and corporates. We work with our members in collaboration with a world-class network of mentors, experts, investors, innovators, academics, and industry partners.

This hands-on support and powerful ecosystem helps businesses and professionals to connect, innovate, and accelerate hundreds of innovative products and services each year.

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Upcoming programmes

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Manufacturing 101

January 28, 2025 / 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Open to all
Free

Are you an innovator, entrepreneur, or designer looking to take your product ideas from concept to reality? Join us to learn how products are manufactured at scale, and how you can successfully work with factories and suppliers to bring your product to life.

applications open
register interest

Circularity Sessions: Real-World Sustainability

January 14, 2025 / 9.30 AM - 1:00 PM
Open to all
Free

You’re ready to bring a circular economy mindset into your business. But what happens when your plan meets real-world demands?

applications open
register interest

Circularity Now

30th January
Open to all
Free

A showcase of circular economy innovation, collaboration and action in Brighton and Hove.

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Kickstart Batch Production  

18th February
Open to all
Free

Are you considering launching a product through a Kickstarter campaign or producing a small run of products to test the market? Join our batch production and crowdfunding workshop and gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully bring your product ideas to life.

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Introduction to 3D printing

18th March
Open to all
Free

Learn how to use the most popular rapid prototyping tool in the workshop: the 3D printer. From design in CAD software, through to preparing it for printing, and producing a printed part.

applications open
register interest

Experts Clinics

Ongoing
Members only
Free for members

Get expert advice at Plus X Innovation. Members can access complimentary 1:1 sessions with vetted experts to focus on growing your business and tackling your bespoke challenges.

applications open
register interest

Leaders Circle

Ongoing
Members only
Free for members

Up to 20 Founders + Leaders from the Plus X Innovation community will join forces to create a powerful peer-to-peer network, provide valuable support to each other and respond to the pressing challenges of business together.

Past programmes

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Introduction to SolidWorks CAD Software

Applications closed — register your interest
Open to all
Free

Unlock the Future of Design and Manufacturing with Our Specialised Training! Are you looking to enhance your skills in CAD software and explore the cutting-edge world of 3D printing?

applications open
register interest

Circularity Sessions: Zero Waste Design 

14th November
Open to all
Free

Get a comprehensive crash course to circular economy thinking and zero-waste design.

applications open
register interest

CRL Accelerator

Recruitment Closed – Programme Now in Progress
Open to all

The CRL Accelerator offers an unrivalled package of support to hardware startups. Over the course of four months, the intensive and hands-on innovation programme focuses on product and business development. Support includes access to industry-leading mentors and an experienced product development team, alongside introductions to suppliers and manufacturers.

applications open
register interest

Stage-One Pre-Accelerator

This event has now passed
Open to all

Take your idea, test it, validate it and get it market ready. In just one day a week, for 8 weeks, our Stage-One Pre-Accelerator innovation programme helps you to validate assumptions and develop the critical foundations for market success.

applications open
register interest

Mastering AI for Business

26th & 27th November 2024
Open to London-based businesses
Free

This two-day program is designed to help you master AI tools to automate various tasks, saving you time, money, and mental bandwidth. Learn from the experts at Simpler with AI and discover how to leverage AI for your business's success.

applications open
register interest

Navigating the Fundraising Landscape Panel

23rd January 2024
Open to all
Free for members and co-working week attendees

A panel-led discussion on navigating the world of fundraising for ambitious businesses, led by Plus X Innovation’s ecosystem of business growth experts - followed by an evening of networking.

applications open
register interest

AI Academy

Various workshops in May, June, and July
Open to all

We're hosting three expert-led workshops to welcome AI as your latest team member and learn how to harness it at its most effective and powerful. Make AI work for you.

applications open
register interest

AI Academy: Harnessing AI for Positive Impact – Panel Discussion

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for all

Join us for a captivating panel discussion, featuring academic and corporate expertise, and an impact led AI-leveraging start-up, where we delve into the innovative applications of Artificial Intelligence in fostering positive social and environmental impact in business.

applications open
register interest

Grant Writing Masterclass

This event has now passed
Open to London-based businesses
Free

The Grant Writing Masterclass is designed to help you effectively navigate the grant writing landscape and craft a winning grant application. Designed for ambitious startups looking for funding and pre-revenue founders across sectors, this programme is curated to help you learn how to write an effective grant application to increase your chances of securing funding.

applications open
register interest

Circularity Sessions: Understanding Your Impact

Applications closed
FREE

Explore circular economy options, benchmark against competitors, and make impactful claims for investment or talking to customers.

applications open
register interest

Circularity Now

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for non-members

Discover the trailblazers shaping a circular future presented by Plus X Innovation and sustainable design pioneers Batch.Works

applications open
register interest

Experts Live - Fundraising

25th January
Open to all
Free for members and coworking week attendees

Get expert advice in our 1:1 sessions in person at Plus X Innovation in Brighton. Members and anyone joining our free co-working week can access expertise from vetted experts to tackle your bespoke challenge.

applications open
register interest

Raising Your First Seed Round

This event has now passed
Open to all

Raising a first seed round is one of the most exciting milestones in the life of a startup. However, this challenge often comes with anxiety, unexpected hurdles and uncertainty. This intensive two-day innovation programme will give you the tools and knowledge to successfully raise your first round of investment.

applications open
register interest

Founder to CEO

This event has now passed.
Open to all

Embark on a transformative journey with our first-time 'Founder to CEO' growth programme, meticulously designed to support you on your path to success. This 8-hour innovation programme hones in on essential behaviours and leadership skills needed to excel as a high-performing CEO.

applications open
register interest

Sustainable Smart Factory Tech Hack

This event has now passed
Open to all

Spend a day at the Plus X Innovation Central Research Laboratory, imagining new ways of designing products for the next generation of on-demand digital manufacturing technology. Work with experts in circular design and manufacturing to learn how to make products free from the constraints of traditional offshore mass manufacturing.

applications open
register interest

Pioneers

This event has now passed
Open to all

Are you a purpose-driven individual or business looking to magnify your positive impact on society, the environment, or community? Become a Pioneer today!

applications open
register interest

Sustainable Smart Factory Student Design Challenge

This event has now passed.

We’re inviting industrial design students from University of Brighton to imagine new ways of designing products for a new generation of on-demand digital manufacturing technology we’re piloting at Plus X Innovation.

applications open
register interest

Investment Readiness

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for everyone

Embark on your next funding round with confidence! Our two-day innovation programme equips founders to navigate the challenges of fundraising. Gain a deep understanding of VC expectations, engage with investors strategically, and master the pitch. Elevate your fundraising strategy and position your business for success.

applications open
register interest

Storytelling 101 for your business workshop

This event has now passed
Members only
Free for members & non-members

Join our workshop focused on "Storytelling for Your Business," designed specifically for startups and small companies looking to stand out in today's competitive market.

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Circularity Sessions: Real-World Sustainability

January 14, 2025 / 9.30 AM - 1:00 PM
Open to all
Free

You’re ready to bring a circular economy mindset into your business. But what happens when your plan meets real-world demands?

applications open
register interest

Circularity Now

30th January
Open to all
Free

A showcase of circular economy innovation, collaboration and action in Brighton and Hove.

applications open
register interest

Experts Clinics

Ongoing
Members only
Free for members

Get expert advice at Plus X Innovation. Members can access complimentary 1:1 sessions with vetted experts to focus on growing your business and tackling your bespoke challenges.

applications open
register interest

Leaders Circle

Ongoing
Members only
Free for members

Up to 20 Founders + Leaders from the Plus X Innovation community will join forces to create a powerful peer-to-peer network, provide valuable support to each other and respond to the pressing challenges of business together.

Past programmes

applications open
register interest

Circularity Sessions: Zero Waste Design 

14th November
Open to all
Free

Get a comprehensive crash course to circular economy thinking and zero-waste design.

applications open
register interest

Stage-One Pre-Accelerator

This event has now passed
Open to all

Take your idea, test it, validate it and get it market ready. In just one day a week, for 8 weeks, our Stage-One Pre-Accelerator innovation programme helps you to validate assumptions and develop the critical foundations for market success.

applications open
register interest

AI Academy

Various workshops in May, June, and July
Open to all

We're hosting three expert-led workshops to welcome AI as your latest team member and learn how to harness it at its most effective and powerful. Make AI work for you.

applications open
register interest

AI Academy: Harnessing AI for Positive Impact – Panel Discussion

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for all

Join us for a captivating panel discussion, featuring academic and corporate expertise, and an impact led AI-leveraging start-up, where we delve into the innovative applications of Artificial Intelligence in fostering positive social and environmental impact in business.

applications open
register interest

Circularity Sessions: Understanding Your Impact

Applications closed
FREE

Explore circular economy options, benchmark against competitors, and make impactful claims for investment or talking to customers.

applications open
register interest

Circularity Now

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for non-members

Discover the trailblazers shaping a circular future presented by Plus X Innovation and sustainable design pioneers Batch.Works

applications open
register interest

Experts Live - Fundraising

25th January
Open to all
Free for members and coworking week attendees

Get expert advice in our 1:1 sessions in person at Plus X Innovation in Brighton. Members and anyone joining our free co-working week can access expertise from vetted experts to tackle your bespoke challenge.

applications open
register interest

Pioneers

This event has now passed
Open to all

Are you a purpose-driven individual or business looking to magnify your positive impact on society, the environment, or community? Become a Pioneer today!

applications open
register interest

Sustainable Smart Factory Student Design Challenge

This event has now passed.

We’re inviting industrial design students from University of Brighton to imagine new ways of designing products for a new generation of on-demand digital manufacturing technology we’re piloting at Plus X Innovation.

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Manufacturing 101

January 28, 2025 / 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Open to all
Free

Are you an innovator, entrepreneur, or designer looking to take your product ideas from concept to reality? Join us to learn how products are manufactured at scale, and how you can successfully work with factories and suppliers to bring your product to life.

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Kickstart Batch Production  

18th February
Open to all
Free

Are you considering launching a product through a Kickstarter campaign or producing a small run of products to test the market? Join our batch production and crowdfunding workshop and gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully bring your product ideas to life.

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Introduction to 3D printing

18th March
Open to all
Free

Learn how to use the most popular rapid prototyping tool in the workshop: the 3D printer. From design in CAD software, through to preparing it for printing, and producing a printed part.

applications open
register interest

Experts Clinics

Ongoing
Members only
Free for members

Get expert advice at Plus X Innovation. Members can access complimentary 1:1 sessions with vetted experts to focus on growing your business and tackling your bespoke challenges.

applications open
register interest

Leaders Circle

Ongoing
Members only
Free for members

Up to 20 Founders + Leaders from the Plus X Innovation community will join forces to create a powerful peer-to-peer network, provide valuable support to each other and respond to the pressing challenges of business together.

Past programmes

applications open
register interest

Workshop sessions: Introduction to SolidWorks CAD Software

Applications closed — register your interest
Open to all
Free

Unlock the Future of Design and Manufacturing with Our Specialised Training! Are you looking to enhance your skills in CAD software and explore the cutting-edge world of 3D printing?

applications open
register interest

Navigating the Fundraising Landscape Panel

23rd January 2024
Open to all
Free for members and co-working week attendees

A panel-led discussion on navigating the world of fundraising for ambitious businesses, led by Plus X Innovation’s ecosystem of business growth experts - followed by an evening of networking.

applications open
register interest

AI Academy

Various workshops in May, June, and July
Open to all

We're hosting three expert-led workshops to welcome AI as your latest team member and learn how to harness it at its most effective and powerful. Make AI work for you.

applications open
register interest

AI Academy: Harnessing AI for Positive Impact – Panel Discussion

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for all

Join us for a captivating panel discussion, featuring academic and corporate expertise, and an impact led AI-leveraging start-up, where we delve into the innovative applications of Artificial Intelligence in fostering positive social and environmental impact in business.

applications open
register interest

Storytelling 101 for your business workshop

This event has now passed
Members only
Free for members & non-members

Join our workshop focused on "Storytelling for Your Business," designed specifically for startups and small companies looking to stand out in today's competitive market.

More programmes coming soon. Check back later.

Past programmes

applications open
register interest

CRL Accelerator

Recruitment Closed – Programme Now in Progress
Open to all

The CRL Accelerator offers an unrivalled package of support to hardware startups. Over the course of four months, the intensive and hands-on innovation programme focuses on product and business development. Support includes access to industry-leading mentors and an experienced product development team, alongside introductions to suppliers and manufacturers.

applications open
register interest

Mastering AI for Business

26th & 27th November 2024
Open to London-based businesses
Free

This two-day program is designed to help you master AI tools to automate various tasks, saving you time, money, and mental bandwidth. Learn from the experts at Simpler with AI and discover how to leverage AI for your business's success.

applications open
register interest

Grant Writing Masterclass

This event has now passed
Open to London-based businesses
Free

The Grant Writing Masterclass is designed to help you effectively navigate the grant writing landscape and craft a winning grant application. Designed for ambitious startups looking for funding and pre-revenue founders across sectors, this programme is curated to help you learn how to write an effective grant application to increase your chances of securing funding.

applications open
register interest

Raising Your First Seed Round

This event has now passed
Open to all

Raising a first seed round is one of the most exciting milestones in the life of a startup. However, this challenge often comes with anxiety, unexpected hurdles and uncertainty. This intensive two-day innovation programme will give you the tools and knowledge to successfully raise your first round of investment.

applications open
register interest

Sustainable Smart Factory Tech Hack

This event has now passed
Open to all

Spend a day at the Plus X Innovation Central Research Laboratory, imagining new ways of designing products for the next generation of on-demand digital manufacturing technology. Work with experts in circular design and manufacturing to learn how to make products free from the constraints of traditional offshore mass manufacturing.

applications open
register interest

Investment Readiness

This event has now passed
Open to all
Free for everyone

Embark on your next funding round with confidence! Our two-day innovation programme equips founders to navigate the challenges of fundraising. Gain a deep understanding of VC expectations, engage with investors strategically, and master the pitch. Elevate your fundraising strategy and position your business for success.

Looking to fund or sponsor a programme?

If you're representing universities & government looking to accelerate innovation in your community or a business looking to align your brand with the innovators of tomorrow, talk to us today. Our award winning programmes include collaborations with Brunel University, University of Brighton, Innovate UK, The Body Shop, Kimberly-Clark, Pangia, Aesop and many more.

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