
Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners
Thu 1 Oct · 15:30
Catalyst – The Innovation Centre Belfast
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Innovation in Action with Carla Stent and RCK Partners will take place at Catalyst – The Innovation Centre in Belfast on 1 October 2026. The event focuses on innovation lessons from Carla Stent and funding innovation through R&D tax credits with the RCK Partners team.
Innovation in Action: Innovation Lessons from Carla Stent and How to Fund Innovation through R&D Tax Credits with the RCK Partners Team
Catalyst is hosting an afternoon session with RCK Partners, a Catalyst Ecosystem Partner, bringing together practical insight on funding innovation through R&D tax credits with leadership lessons from Carla Stent.
RCK Partners is a specialist tax consultancy operating across the UK and Ireland, specialising in R&D tax credits.
The session will feature Carla Stent, former Partner & COO at Virgin Group and former Deputy CFO at Barclays Retail and Commercial Bank. Carla will draw on her executive and non-executive leadership experience to share practical lessons on driving innovation, creating value and navigating growth within complex organisations.
Alongside Carla, James Gibson and Andrew O’Reilly from RCK Partners will provide insight into the UK and Irish R&D tax credit schemes and how businesses can utilise R&D tax credits as a source of funding for innovation.
The afternoon will also include a panel discussion, Q&A, networking, drinks/ nibbles and the opportunity for more 1:1 conversations to continue conversations with the RCK team of experts.
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Frequently asked questions
Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners takes place on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 15:30.
Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners is held at Catalyst – The Innovation Centre Belfast in Belfast (Queens Road, Belfast, BT3 9DT).
Entry to Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners is free.
The forecast for Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners is Mainly clear · 12°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Catalyst – The Innovation Centre Belfast can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners
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Innovation in Action with Carla Stent and RCK Partners will take place at Catalyst – The Innovation Centre in Belfast on 1 October 2026. The event focuses on innovation lessons from Carla Stent and funding innovation through R&D tax credits with the RCK Partners team.
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Innovation in Action: Innovation Lessons from Carla Stent and How to Fund Innovation through R&D Tax Credits with the RCK Partners Team
Catalyst is hosting an afternoon session with RCK Partners, a Catalyst Ecosystem Partner, bringing together practical insight on funding innovation through R&D tax credits with leadership lessons from Carla Stent.
RCK Partners is a specialist tax consultancy operating across the UK and Ireland, specialising in R&D tax credits.
The session will feature Carla Stent, former Partner & COO at Virgin Group and former Deputy CFO at Barclays Retail and Commercial Bank. Carla will draw on her executive and non-executive leadership experience to share practical lessons on driving innovation, creating value and navigating growth within complex organisations.
Alongside Carla, James Gibson and Andrew O’Reilly from RCK Partners will provide insight into the UK and Irish R&D tax credit schemes and how businesses can utilise R&D tax credits as a source of funding for innovation.
The afternoon will also include a panel discussion, Q&A, networking, drinks/ nibbles and the opportunity for more 1:1 conversations to continue conversations with the RCK team of experts.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Catalyst – The Innovation Centre BelfastQueens Road, Belfast, BT3 9DT
Sydenham, Belfast
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When is Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners?
Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners takes place on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 15:30.
Where is Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners taking place?
Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners is held at Catalyst – The Innovation Centre Belfast in Belfast (Queens Road, Belfast, BT3 9DT).
How much are tickets for Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners?
Entry to Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners is free.
What will the weather be like at Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners?
The forecast for Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners is Mainly clear · 12°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Catalyst – The Innovation Centre Belfast can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners?
Tickets for Innovation in Action with Carla Stent & RCK Partners can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
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