Small Business Software Accelerator

Launch event at the Business Startup Show
We had a fantastic launch event at the Business Startup Show on 17 & 18 May. There was a lot of interest in the Small Business Software Accelerator. Our stand was buzzing throughout the two days.

It is great to meet so many engaging entrepreneurs with exciting ideas and brilliant businesses. The range of businesses was a constant surprise including small, medium and large ventures and offers as wide as international government negotiation to Google sponsored app startups to digital furniture manufacture.

Setting up the stand

The team busily preparing on the morning of the event.

Applications

Since the event we have had some fascinating applications from a wide range of businesses. Over the coming weeks we will assess each application received to select ten finalists. Each applicant will be sent a full written feedback on their application by the start of June. 

The next stage of the project will see around 10 finalists selected. We will conduct more detailed conversations to identify 2 or 3 businesses that are a good match for our project that we will partner with over the coming 6 to 12 months.

Interest

A picture of the team talking to business men and women about the software accelerator

Some thanks

Firstly a big thank you to the Software Accelerator team who made the launch day possible. I said this on the day but it is worth repeating that it would not have been possible without you. The results of the day were terrific and we can all be proud of our performance over the two days.

Thanks to the Prysmgroup team. Your constant helpfulness over the two days ensure the event ran smoothly.

Thanks to the New York design team. Our stand, fliers, business cards and on screen advert all looked great and as the perfect backdrop to our project.

What next

Watch this space for details of the finalists and news on who we partner with over the coming months. 

And finally...

Check out this picture. Something to do with perspective, the fish eye and the blue background gives the impression of a withered Edwin and colossal Simon. (surely this is not how it normally looks?!! My head is about 5 times bigger than Ed's!)