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ONE WEEK TO GO! The full Northern Tech Summit 2026 agenda is now live. 🚀 Two days of keynotes, panels, big conversations, networking and opportunities to connect with the people shaping the North’s tech economy. 21–22 October in Sheffield. 🔗 Full summit programme: buff.ly/ErtOzqj #SheffEvents

🤝 A huge thank you to all our Northern Tech Summit Supporters! We’re proud to have HSBC, Mastered, UK Tech Cluster Group, Sheffield Innovation Spine and Sheffield Dragons supporting the summit. We couldn't bring the North together without these incredible organisations. See you in Sheffield!

It's Northern Tech Summit day one! A huge thank you to all our partners for helping make the Summit possible. 🧡 We couldn’t do it without you. Let's keep building the future of tech in the North. Full schedule: buff.ly/ErtOzqj #NorthernTechSummit #CollaborateToCompete #NorthernTech

Thanks to British Business Bank, one of our Northern Tech Summit partners. 🚀 British Business Bank are an economic development bank owned by the Government, who operate independently. They are dedicated to helping UK small businesses start and scale. See you at the summit! buff.ly/26WqGTR

🚀 The final summit panel to spotlight is Scaling the North On day two of the Northern Tech Summit (22 Oct), our last panel asks a big question: what do we need to do to help more Northern tech companies grow bigger, faster and exit later? See you in Sheffield tomorrow! buff.ly/26WqGTR

🤝 Thank you to West Yorkshire Combined Authority for supporting the Northern Tech Summit 2026 as an Ecosystem Partner. There’s exciting momentum across West Yorkshire’s tech ecosystem, with collaboration playing an important role in the region’s plans for digital and technology growth.

🤝 Our thanks to the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority for supporting Northern Tech Summit 2026 as an Ecosystem Partner. The North East has a thriving digital and tech community, with a strong focus on creating the conditions for businesses to start, scale, invest and innovate.

This panel on Thursday brings together national and regional voices from the startup, technology and public sectors to explore what support is available to scaling companies, why it matters and how to translate collaboration into action. 🎟️ Join the Northern Tech Summit in Sheffield: buff.ly/yz5vusD

“There are levers you can pull locally and regionally, but some things need a bigger lever. Unlocking the true potential and power of the North is one of those.” 🚀 Thanks to unLTD Business for a great feature on the Northern Tech Summit with Tracey and Matt. Full story: buff.ly/HkG1cod

🔬 How do we turn more of the North’s world-leading research into successful, scalable businesses? That’s the question at the heart of our Northern Tech Summit panel with founders and experts on 22 Oct: How does the UK leverage the power of Northern research? Learn more: buff.ly/26WqGTR

We’re delighted to have Mishcon de Reya LLP as a partner of Northern Tech Summit 2026 as a long-time collaborator. 🤝 Mishcon de Reya is an independent law firm with an international footprint, supporting innovative clients to deliver at the edge of what’s possible. 🎟️ Tickets: buff.ly/QfPaEg7

We're excited to confirm our panel on Startups in the North: A Founder’s View at the Northern Tech Summit. What does it take to build ambitious, globally relevant businesses from Sheffield, Liverpool, Leeds, Newcastle and beyond? Hear from Northern tech founders next week. buff.ly/EiLPRUu

The Northern Tech Summit includes panels on investment, scaling and collaboration. New speakers include South Yorkshire's Mayor Oliver Coppard, Startup Coalition’s Dom Hallas and representatives from techUK, the Department for Business and Trade, and Manchester Angels. Read more: buff.ly/QCtUGU1

New report reveals UK innovation districts deliver 20x economic return relative to size, which reinforces the value of the Sheffield Innovation Spine and creating urban clusters for tech and research. Innovation districts receive more Innovate UK grant funding and create new jobs. buff.ly/JgMNKps

🚀 Tech founders can get free one-to-one advice from Royal Academy of Engineering experts at the Northern Tech Summit on 22 October - no need to be an Enterprise Hub member. We recommend requesting a slot in advance so the team can match you with the most relevant expert: buff.ly/Ab537pA

Applications are open for the TechFirst Women’s Programme! 🚀 Designed to help 300 women across the UK move into paid jobs in AI, cyber security and other high-growth technology sectors, this programme is led by Plexal for DCMS, TECH SY is a regional partner. Share and apply today: buff.ly/GtvqzJj

Everything you need to know about the Northern Tech Summit aiming to unite the North’s £82bn tech economy. Hundreds are expected in Sheffield next week for a summit we have built around the idea that the North must collaborate to compete globally. buff.ly/ycRyXik #SheffEvents #NorthernTech

One of our generous Northern Tech Summit partners is Fhunded 🙌 Supported by Lancashire County Council, Fhunded is the county’s dedicated early-stage investment initiative. Fhunded proactively collaborates with partners to strengthen innovation in their region. 🎟️ Summit tickets: buff.ly/1sJyWPA

A new exhibition at Barnsley Digital Media Centre (DMC) this October will showcase artwork by Ailish Treanor, John Ledger, Kelly Rankin and Mark Evans, following an opportunity to use the temporary studio space in Barnsley town centre. Free and running until 2 November. buff.ly/DL3zNyv

On 20th October, the Open Doors Innovation Festival brings a free programme of events and experiences to the city alongside the Northern Tech Summit, giving everyone the chance to explore Sheffield’s innovation community. Come and explore. 💡 Find out more: buff.ly/kTTqkk3 #SheffEvents #Sheffield

Sue Douglas, Co-Founder of Veer Technologies, takes to the Northern Tech Summit stage on 22 October. Sue will deliver a keynote sharing her journey from Fleet Street news editor to tech entrepreneur, and how she's using AI to help people navigate the future of work. 📰 Read more: buff.ly/VNitSyG

📣 Mastered, the UK training provider that helps growing businesses upskill their teams, is supporting the Northern Tech Summit 2026. 🎉 Mastered works with founders, C-suite, operations directors and HR leads, helping ambitious companies build the skills their growth depends on. 🎟️ buff.ly/VPJMuS5

Sheffield Hallam University has launched a new Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, bringing together leading academic expertise, industry and public sector partners in South Yorkshire to address some of the biggest challenges facing society. buff.ly/sjb8UtX

Sifted has unveiled its 100 Women in Tech 2026, highlighting women across Europe who are building, leading and innovating across the technology ecosystem. It's incredible to see Melissa Chambers included in the list, the Cofounder and CEO of Sheffield's cyber startup Sitehop. buff.ly/tdhKPHK

NUX Sheffield is back next Weds 14th October evening at Sheffield Hallam Uni. Hear from UX industry experts on building accessible digital experiences and meet fellow designers. Few free tickets remain: buff.ly/WHpz7Oz #UX #UXDesign #UI #SheffEvents

We're delighted to announce Northern Arc Partners as one of our Northern Tech Summit sponsors! 🎉 Their Founder Damian Mohammed will be chairing an expert panel at the summit exploring "How does the UK leverage Northern Research?" Get your ticket to the summit here: buff.ly/iKRIoiI

Join us from 4pm on 21st Oct at our Startup Showcase to see cutting-edge startup demos and pitches from across the North. Enjoy relaxed conversation over food and drinks as we digest day one of the Northern Tech Summit. Grab your £5 ticket soon as spaces are limited: buff.ly/xe64RtA #SheffEvents

Designed for anyone building, developing or deploying digital technologies, this interactive workshop introduces the Digital Good Builder – a free, online tool built to enable your technology to have good outcomes for people and the planet. 28 October 2-3pm The Hide, Sheffield. 🎟️ buff.ly/dL2EgYy

Export Accelerator is a five-part series guiding you through every stage of exporting, from choosing your market, to reaching customers, from pricing to logistics. Giving you the clarity and confidence to kickstart your export journey and accelerate your growth potential. buff.ly/sM9za24

Sheffield-based post-quantum cybersecurity specialist Sitehop has opened a US office in Virginia, Arlington, close to the nation’s military and industrial establishment. The move is being spearheaded by co-founder and CEO Melissa Chambers, a Mississippi-born former NASA engineer. buff.ly/Q1PMa4B

Invitations for the next Yorkshire Regional Defence & Security Cluster members-only event have now gone out. These members-only events are designed to provide practical opportunities, useful connections and direct access to organisations across the defence ecosystem. buff.ly/wMmARcr

Steel City AI is back for its October edition on Thurs 8th, building in 3D. Recent models have made major advances in 3D understanding, and they're exploring how to get the most out of these new capabilities at Pennine Five in Sheffield. No AI experience required. Book your place: buff.ly/6wVjqhO

Clinicians, scientists and industry gathered to explore AI's potential in cancer research at The University of Sheffield, co‑organised by the Sheffield Centre for Cancer Research, Insigneo Institute for Healthcare Technology and the Centre for Machine Intelligence. buff.ly/JbhIwMs

Can’t make it to Sheffield tonight for our special event with the Digital Forge CIC? Join us from wherever you are. From 6pm, we’ll be streaming Equal Ambition. Equal Opportunity. live on LinkedIn. A conversation about access to capital, customers, networks and opportunity. buff.ly/FKR27Yl

A great overview of what’s in store at the Northern Tech Summit 2026 next month by Prolific North, from keynote speakers and founder showcases to the conversations shaping the future of the North’s £82bn tech economy. 📰 buff.ly/ycRyXik

The countdown to the DMC's next Fuel Your Network event is on! 🔥 Head to the DMC in Barnsley on Tues 29th Sept for another session of meeting new people, making connections and building relationships across our local business community over coffee and breakfast.

On Thu 24 Sept we're bringing tech and business leaders together in Sheffield for Equal Ambition: Equal Opportunity with the Digital Forge CIC. Join us for an important conversation about equal access to the funding, networks and opportunities needed to build and scale. buff.ly/UiCFLLn #SheffEvents

Sheffield Innovation Spine recently welcomed national government, innovation ecosystem and industry leaders to Sheffield city centre for a series of events about the Sheffield opportunity and the potential impact of the city's energised urban innovation district - the Spine. buff.ly/L5OqTO0

The Foundry returns at Equal Ambition. Equal Opportunity. Four founders with three minutes each, including three of our FoundHERy cohort. 🙌 Elaine Galston - Bettii Ltd Sirinda Bhandal - Simply Connect Gabrielė Barteškaitė - Future Greens Nicola Towse - Risqly Join us in Sheffield: buff.ly/UiCFLLn

The launch of Barclays Eagle Labs South Yorkshire, delivered in partnership with Sheffield Technology Parks, is on the 8th Oct with limited tickets left. Join founders, investors, partners, universities and organisations to celebrate South Yorkshire’s thriving innovation ecosystem. buff.ly/1AnhpDt

Sitehop, the Sheffield-based post-quantum cybersecurity specialist, has launched a national security unit to help the UK and its Five Eyes allies secure ageing defence networks without disrupting critical systems already in service. buff.ly/yjA6R2i

This Thursday, we're bringing together founders, investors, business leaders and ecosystem champions in Sheffield for Equal Ambition. Equal Opportunity with the Digital Forge CIC. Join us for an evening of discussion about access to opportunity and growth in tech. buff.ly/UiCFLLn

📈 How do we unlock more investment for Northern founders? Hear from investment leaders including Northern Gritstone, Sovereign AI, British Business Bank, Hypha Private Equity and the National Wealth Fund at our Raising the North panel in one month at the Northern Tech Summit. 🎟️ buff.ly/B1L1Dw8

Reach Studios held their Future Ready Digital: North event today in Sheffield, bringing experts from global digital leaders Google, Dotdigital, Semrush, Trustpilot and Corkboard Concepts to talk about visibility and growth strategy for e-commerce in an AI-first world.

On 24 September, we're bringing together leaders, founders, investors and changemakers for The Digital Forge CIC x TECH SY: Equal Ambition. Equal Opportunity. We're delighted to welcome Helen Milner OBE for a fireside conversation with David Richards MBE. 🎟️ Book your place: luma.com/olw40k15

📢 Sheffield Innovation Spine is the official fringe partner of TECH SY's Northern Tech Summit with events in Sheffield 20th-22nd October, including an Open Doors Innovation festival, guided tours and a social run live from the Spine. Learn more about the Spine fringe events: buff.ly/13mH63q

South Yorkshire at Leeds Digital Festival 2026: Venture Community x Leeds Digital StartUp Showcase 23 Sep Pressure-test your US expansion plans with experts including TECH SY/TUBR 23 Sep Outgrown Business Growth Workshop by Trove 24 Sep The Vibe Coding Debate with The Curve 30 Sep 🎟️ buff.ly/h5AVEKM

Tickets for Good, which provides key workers with low-cost tickets for live events, has raised a further £3.9m to accelerate its international expansion. The Sheffield-based company now has almost 750,000 verified members globally and has distributed over 1.25 million tickets. buff.ly/PFDq8mj