15 May 2025
📅 Wednesday 4 June 2025 | 🕐 1:00 – 6:00 PM | 📍 Glasgow Science Centre
🎟️ Secure your free place now – bit.ly/ia-event
Glasgow is a region defined by transformation. From its shipbuilding and steel heritage to its status as one of the UK’s fastest-growing hubs for innovation and tech, it has consistently redesigned its future. Today, Glasgow is a powerhouse of creativity, enterprise and inclusive growth—home to pioneering research, world-class universities, and one of the most dynamic startup scenes in the country.
At the heart of this evolution is the Innovation Accelerator (IA)—a UK Government programme designed to fast-track place-based innovation. Glasgow is one of only three regions selected to share £100+ million in funding, catalysing bold ideas across advanced manufacturing, fintech, health tech, quantum, climate innovation and more. Due to its early success, the region has been awarded a further £10 million to extend the IA—a resounding vote of confidence in its leadership and momentum.
Join Us
This landmark summit and showcase will shine a spotlight on how innovation is driving real-world impact across the Glasgow City Region. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, policymaker or student, this is your opportunity to:
🔗 Meet the changemakers behind Glasgow’s innovation success
🧪 Experience emerging technologies developed through IA projects
🤝 Explore partnerships for funding, research and market expansion
🌍 Discover how innovation is reshaping lives, industries and communities
As part of the Glasgow 850 celebrations, the event is a timely reminder that Glasgow’s pioneering spirit is alive and well—fuelled by cross-sector collaboration, local talent and a drive to build a more inclusive, sustainable economy.
What to Expect
🎤 Industry Leaders – Industry pioneers share insights on Glasgow’s innovation ecosystem and future.
💬 Panel Discussion & Q&A – Hear from innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers who are shaping Glasgow’s future. Ask your questions and explore the challenges and opportunities facing regional innovation.
🧠 Innovation Showcase – See cutting-edge technologies, projects, and prototypes supported by the IA and beyond.
Panel Highlights
🔧 Backing Business: How the IA is Supercharging SME Success
Explore how SMEs are scaling through flagship IA projects, unlocking new markets, accessing funding, and creating high-value jobs.
🌍 Beyond the Accelerator: Showcasing Glasgow’s Wider Innovation Momentum
The Innovation Accelerator sparked momentum, now explore how a wider wave of innovation is shaping one of the UK’s most dynamic ecosystems, and what it means for your business, your community, and the economy.
Speakers
🎤 To be announced soon – Expect voices from across industry, academia, and enterprise.
Why Attend?
🤝 Network with top innovators, industry leaders, and researchers.
👍 Meet Glasgow's thriving innovation ecosystem.
🎙️ Gain insights from local experts and business leaders.
🚀 Discover cutting-edge technologies.
🎉 Celebrate the city’s pioneering legacy.
🎟️ Places are limited – don’t miss out! bit.ly/ia-event
