 Launch of Manchester Momentum at the CTF 27th September
Wednesday 16th August, 2006
Sharing knowledge, developing business, gathering momentum Manchester Momentum set for September Launch
The University of Manchester will soon unveil Manchester Momentum, a unique knowledge community devoted to nurturing the growth of commercial ventures that have an affiliation with the University. Spin-out, incubating and science park-based businesses will be able to capitalize on the resources of the largest university in the UK enabling them to reach new heights in their business development.
The aim of Momentum is to bring together a community of aspiring businesses that can gain clear development benefits from their association with the University plus an opportunity to generate mutually supportive relationships between themselves to enable the sharing of knowledge and expertise. Companies involved in this prestigious forum can benefit from a range of services designed with the growth of their business in mind including dedicated events, access to training and a specialist recruitment service, Momentum Matters news publication, a unique mentoring programme and early notice of student availability for project work. Businesses will also be able to make use of an enquiry line providing direct access to the Universitys huge pool of academic expertise.
Chaired by Rod Coombs, Vice President Innovation and Economic Development, Momentum is a membership organisation with eligibility criteria to ensure exclusivity. The official launch will take place on Wednesday 27th September at UMIC’s Core Technology Facility (CTF) with a full programme of informative presentations and providing a valuable networking opportunity.
MANCHESTER MOMENTUM LAUNCH
Wednesday 27th September 2006, Core Technology Facility
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5.00pm
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Registration
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5.15pm
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Welcome & Introduction
Manchester Momentum: a unique knowledge community devoted to nurturing the growth of science park, incubating and spin-out businesses.
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Professor Rod Coombs
Vice President Innovation & Economic Development
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5.30pm
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Manchester Momentum: Services & Benefits
An introduction to the comprehensive package of services and benefits available to Manchester Momentum members including: access to training courses, recruitment assistance, university expertise, mentoring and IP consultancy.
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Anne Milligan
Head of Regional Development
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5.45pm
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Sharing Knowledge, developing business,
gathering momentum: The University of Manchester
Short presentations covering:
· Business Information Service: Manchester Business Schools extensive range of business and management information, industry/consumer research and corporate library.
· Expert Enquiry Line: an opportunity to access expertise and academic input from within The University of Manchester.
· Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: enhancing business competitiveness through unique, supported partnerships between business and The University of Manchester.
· Specialist Recruitment Service: full recruitment support for businesses recruiting graduates and students.
· Intellectual Property Consultancy: targeted updates on University intellectual property, early access to non-confidential intellectual property and consultancy expertise of relevance to growing businesses.
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6.15pm
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Informal Networking & Buffet
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7.00pm
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Event close
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To attend the Manchester Momentum Launch contact Anne Milligan or
Tracey Campbell Monks on 0161-275 4041 or [email protected]
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