Calling innovative women in digital industries

Posted on: 26/07/2017

Apply to join the infocus: Women in Innovation EMERGE Boston 2017 mission.

Opportunity to gain access to new international markets.

KTN is supporting the first-ever Innovate UK infocus global entrepreneur mission for women focusing on human and machine interaction.

Innovate UK, Digital Catapult and the British Consulate General Boston are inviting female entrepreneurs to take part in a new global trade mission to the US.

EMERGE Boston 2017 is a one-week delegation of female founders to Boston, Massachusetts. It takes place from 10 to 15 October 2017.

The mission will coincide with Boston’s HUBweek, a collaboration that will bring together the most creative and inventive minds in technology, science and innovation. It is open to UK SME or start-up businesses with at least one female founder, working in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, the internet of things or augmented/virtual reality.

EMERGE Boston 2017 will provide access to new international market opportunities for up to 15 UK SMEs looking to grow globally. It offers:

  • access to Boston‚Äôs innovation community and networks
  • a chance to pitch your ideas to investors
  • mentoring support
  • practical workshops
  • coaching and training
  • a technology showcase at HUBweek‚Äôs Demo Day

Applications close on 4 September 2017. Find out more about this mission and register your interest here.

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