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The University Collective will occur on 11 November 2026 at Grainger Hub in Newcastle upon Tyne. This event invites attendees to participate in discussions and networking opportunities. Entry is free.

We're delighted to invite you to The University Collective

A collaborative co-working session bringing together university spinouts, founders, innovators and ecosystem partners from across the North East.

The session is designed to be informal and collaborative, so please bring your laptop and make the most of the opportunity to connect, share ideas and get work done alongside fellow innovators.

We'll also be joined by Alex Rose Head of Start ups at Connectd > (https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.connectd.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csally.curtis1%40barclays.com%7Cb2139f1bdcc5400524f408df2dbdb3ba%7Cc4b62f1d01e04107a0cc5ac886858b23%7C0%7C0%7C639279964975580218%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=117d47Ns6ELfeLR6p2v%2BXTxyniJ6dDOf3fKanehC6u0%3D&reserved=0), who will explore the power of building the right relationships and how strategic connections can help accelerate growth, unlock opportunities and support your journey from research to revenue.

Alex will also be joined in his session by Andrew Wyatt (https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fandrewcwyatt%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csally.curtis1%40barclays.com%7Cb2139f1bdcc5400524f408df2dbdb3ba%7Cc4b62f1d01e04107a0cc5ac886858b23%7C0%7C0%7C639279964975614886%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sj5UjEmJ1PGynr2oh77wIA3BafLc85uwEvfYfGVU7zE%3D&reserved=0)>, Founder of Ortent Advisory and experienced growth advisor with four successful exits. Aswell as Andy Bourne (https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fandybourne%2F&data=05%7C02%7Csally.curtis1%40barclays.com%7Cb2139f1bdcc5400524f408df2dbdb3ba%7Cc4b62f1d01e04107a0cc5ac886858b23%7C0%7C0%7C639279964975670612%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=iCqmyaQRebbLmysNVWHJLU0ii6MXdVEJzX%2B89sb5vWA%3D&reserved=0)>, entrepreneur, board adviser and mentor with 40+ years’ experience and a successful exit.

Agenda

8:30am - 10:00am Breakfast & Networking

10:00am - 11:00am Research to Revenue Session featuring Alex Rose, Andrew Wyatt and Andy Bourne.

11:00am - 12:00pm Collaborative Co-working & Networking

Whether you're building a spinout, scaling a startup, supporting innovation or looking to connect with others in the ecosystem, this is an opportunity to collaborate, share experiences and expand your network in a relaxed environment.

We look forward to welcoming you.

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Frequently asked questions

The University Collective takes place on Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 08:30.

The University Collective is held at Grainger Hub - Newcastle upon Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne (27 Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5JE).

Entry to The University Collective is free.

The forecast for The University Collective is Light drizzle · 10°C.

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