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Connecting you to new opportunities
through Enterprise Europe Network in London
Welcome to the first edition of the London Innovation Network e-newsletter. Each month we'll update you on our latest news and events, showcase a different European country you could consider doing business in, and provide you with special offers and discounts for the paid-for services we supply. We hope that you will be able to find out more about the services available to you through the Network, helping your business to grow, innovate and succeed!
On 6th May we are holding a high-profile event to help you 'Get connected to European business and innovation'. As part of the first European SME Week which aims to inform entrepreneurs and small businesses about available support, we will provide delegates with practical advice and the inspiration to develop their ideas and reach their full potential for doing business in Europe and beyond. Caroline Flint, Minister for Europe, will be the keynote speaker. Find out more about this event
Please see below for further events held over SME Week.
In the month ahead
Special offers
LTN is offering a substantial discount to all of our clients wishing to attend the 'Distruptive technologies in life sciences' conference on 12th June. All London companies who book through us may attend the event for £230 (regular cost is £529). To find out more contact Kate at k.ray@LTNetwork.org or 0870 730 8682.
The Network holds regular networking events on a variety of sector-specific topics. Companies who refer a new client when booking an LTN event will receive a 15% discount. This applies to all day events. The next event 'Creating effective, efficient transport systems' will be held on 1st July. For more information please contact Kate at k.ray@ltnetwork.org
Innovation management courses
We offer free practical training which introduces managers to innovation management strategies within the workplace. The course is suitable for managers and staff at all levels within the business development function that are eager to learn about new methods and practical techniques associated with true innovation.
We are asking clients to express an interest in this training for sessions during June 2009. You can select a maximum of four sessions, including how to innovate, measuring performance, developing an innovation management strategy, and innovation in tough times.
To express an interest or for more information please contact Rokayia Patel at innovation@theinnovatory.com / 020 7241 7499
Do business in Europe: spotlight on Turkey
The fast-growing Turkish economy offers plenty of opportunities for foreign investors and exporters. In particular there are good opportunities in the environmental & electronical equipment sector, health care management & consultancy, and engineering products.
When doing business in Turkey bear in mind that it has a hierarchical business environment; sending the top person from your company to meet with the top person in the Turkish counterpart indicates how much you value the prospective business. Personal relationships are furthermore crucial and it is customary to shake hands when meeting, and present business cards with both hands.
Our country profiles are compiled by the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry and provide information on the countries' history, government, economy and industrial sectors, business opportunities, and how to set up a company. Please visit www.londonchamber.co.uk/europe or email europe@londonchamber.co.uk for further profiles.
Focus on... Imperial Innovations
Imperial Innovations combines the activities of technology transfer, company incubator and investment - bringing valuable ideas to market either by building businesses or licensing to industry.
Supporting technologies which have the potential to create billion dollar markets or could revolutionise billion dollar industries, Imperial Innovations holds strong relationships with industry and has developed excellent market knowledge needed for today’s fast paced competitive environments.
Imperial Innovations works alongside the London Innovation Network to provide technical expertise to London SMEs looking for R&D funding.
For more information about how Imperial Innovations can help your business, please contact: Simone E. Reid, Incubator Centre Manager at simone.reid@imperial.ac.uk / 0207 594 1054 www.imperialinnovations.co.uk
This information is delivered by the London Innovation Network, which brings together GLE, LTN, London Chamber of Commerce and Industry and The Innovatory to deliver Enterprise Europe Network in London.
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The London Innovation Network provides practical, hands-on support and information for London businesses seeking funding, hoping to expand their business into Europe, or wishing to develop technology partnerships.
Led by GLE, the Network is made up of four partner organisations with direct experience of delivering services to small businesses: GLE, London Chamber of Commerce & Industry, LTN (London Technology Network), and The Innovatory.
Enterprise Europe Network is made up of 600 organisations in more than 40 countries; as part of this network we can help you to find a business partner from across Europe, access information on EU legislation, benefit from innovation networks and find information on funding opportunities.
Our services...
- 1:1 advice and support
- networking events
- bulletins and briefings
- innovation expertise
- discover funding opportunities
- find a business / research partner
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