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Investment fuels innovation, but access to infrastructure determines how fast it scales. The new Beauhurst x Parkwalk Advisors Spinout Report 2025 highlights a welcome resurgence of scaleup capital and growing investor confidence in innovation emerging from UK universities. That’s no surprise, as universities remain the UK’s number one innovation engine. But funding alone isn’t enough. Without the right infrastructure, spinouts can burn through capital on workspace fit-outs in disconnected locations — slowing progress instead of accelerating it. At Sciopolis, we’re building connected, ready-to-scale environments that help convert investment into lasting impact. 📖 Read our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/e9f2zapE #Investment #Spinout #Beauhurst #Innovation #Cluster #Collaboration #OnePortalWay 

Building the Future of County Durham With high streets evolving and demand for innovative workspace rising, Business Durham is taking a strategic approach to property. From investing in existing sites to planning for future demand, Chris Pape explains how the portfolio supports businesses at every stage—whether start-ups, scale-ups, or global companies. Find out how these plans are shaping a stronger, more resilient local economy. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3K7ZRdB #CountyDurhamBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #EconomicDevelopment

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board recently approved a company to manage the New Jersey Business Acceleration and Softlanding Ecosystem (NJ BASE) in Jersey City. SOSA USA LLC, based in Pembroke Pines, Fla., will oversee the landing pad, which will serve as the state’s first facility to attract foreign companies in key industries by offering a supportive co-working space and marketing services, helping businesses expand and grow in the U.S. The landing pad will be located at 3 Second St. in Jersey City and house up to 20 companies as a first cohort. The Class A space, near public transit, is more than 7,200 square feet and includes conference facilities and event space. NJ BASE is expected to open in the coming months. Read more: https://lnkd.in/edWMNYGn

It's official - Essex have joined forces with Norfolk and Suffolk as part of Connected Innovation, delivering the Innovation Grant Mentoring programme to SMEs across each county. The team have been at the Innovate Local: East of England event today championing Essex and our new role in this exciting partnership moving forward - streamlining support for businesses at every stage and driving collaboration among companies, hubs, universities, Freeports, clusters, and investors. Learn more: connectedinnovation.co.uk Scott Cogman #ConnectedInnovation #BusinessSupport #EssexBusiness

"Why Rhode Island?" For a revolutionary company like REGENT, it's the question they get from investors all the time. The answer is a story we were honored to help tell for SelectRI . A true pioneer needs more than just capital. They need a home. An ecosystem with the right talent, the right infrastructure, and a legacy of innovation in its DNA. Our mission for this film was to uncover that powerful symbiosis. We explored how Rhode Island's rich maritime history, its world-class carbon fiber expertise from the America's Cup, and its forward-thinking state partners like Rhode Island Commerce and Quonset Development Corporation created the only place REGENT could truly thrive. This is the power of place-based storytelling. It transforms a location from a backdrop into a main character—a critical partner in the journey of innovation. We help companies and communities tell these deeper stories of partnership and prove why "here" is the most important part of their success. A huge thank you to Partnership for Rhode Island and Rhode Island Commerce for trusting us with this story, and to the incredible team at REGENT for building the future in the Ocean State. #EconomicDevelopment #BrandStorytelling #PublicPrivatePartnership #RhodeIsland #OceanState #Innovation #Manufacturing #StorytellingForBusiness #HullhouseMedia

Something Special is Happening in Arizona Yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting with Kyle Macdonald to discuss the future of innovation and growth in Arizona. It was great connecting with someone who shares my passion for building Arizona into a premier tech hub. We talked about why the state is thriving and what the next decade could look like for the Valley and beyond. Over the past decade, Arizona has quietly become one of the most dynamic and diversified economies in North America. What was once seen as a regional market anchored in real estate and tourism has evolved into a global hub for advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, technology, and entrepreneurship. According to the Arizona Commerce Authority, fiscal year 2025 was record-setting, with $33B in capital investment and over 24,000 projected new jobs. The Greater Phoenix Economic Council attracted 54 businesses to the Valley, many in advanced industries like clean tech, aerospace, and software. This isn’t just growth, it’s diversification, and it’s changing how people think about living and working in the Valley of the Sun. Talent is increasingly choosing regions that offer both opportunity and livability, with access to high-paying jobs, homeownership, cleaner streets, and a stronger sense of balance. Phoenix now ranks among the top 20 North American tech markets, joining innovation hubs like Austin, Salt Lake City, and Raleigh-Durham. New developments such as TSMC’s “city within a city” campus and the expansion of research corridors in Chandler, Mesa, and Tempe are turning Arizona into a magnet for engineers, founders, and builders. Arizona is proving that innovation and affordability can coexist. The next chapter of American growth is already being written here in the desert. #ArizonaInnovation #ArizonaGrowth #ValleyOfTheSun #EconomicDevelopment #TechInArizona #PhoenixTech #FutureOfWork #EmergingMarkets #Startups #Leadership #CommunityBuilding #InvestInArizona #InnovationEcosystem #AdvancedManufacturing #CleanTech #Semiconductors

NWIRC – SWIFT Ribbon Cutting | Innovation for Tomorrow Innovation is the cornerstone of healthy, resilient communities where entrepreneurs are empowered to explore creativity, take initiative, and grow ideas into successful businesses that strengthen the economic diversity of our region. The NW Innovation Resource Center (NWIRC) hosted a Community First Look and Ribbon Cutting event for the IRC Lab - SWIFT at the Sedro-Woolley Innovation for Tomorrow Center. The event brought together community leaders, industry partners, entrepreneurs, and innovators to celebrate this milestone in creating spaces that drive progress, collaboration, and connection. The renovated facility includes four primary areas designed for small businesses and startups, with private offices, open coworking spaces, multipurpose rooms for training and presentations, and prototyping shops equipped with advanced technology. The lab brings together the tools, expertise, and resources entrepreneurs need to take ideas from concept to reality, supporting innovation across sectors such as Clean Tech, Agricultural Tech, and Blue Tech. Northwest Washington thrives when we work to build the innovation capacity of our region. The innovators, entrepreneurs, and creators who will use this facility represent the spirit of possibility that drives long-term economic development and community vitality. Special thanks to the Port of Skagit, state and local representatives, Red Oak Architecture and our exceptional trade partners for helping bring this vision to life. We are proud to help build spaces where innovation takes root, positively impacting communities, advancing individual aspirations, and strengthening the businesses that drive our region forward. #NWIRC #PortOfSkagit #RibbonCutting #SkagitCounty #EDASC #SedroWoolley #EconomicDevelopment #Innovation #Construction #BuildingBeyondTheBuilding

Northwest Innovation Resource Center Opens New 9,000 SQFT Facility at Historic Sedro-Woolley Campus - https://lnkd.in/gJyp6wgB Northwest Innovation Resource Center expands to the former Northern State Hospital grounds as part of the SWIFT Center redevelopment led by the Port of Skagit A century-old campus once known for its role in Washington’s mental health history is taking on a new identity as a hub for entrepreneurship and regional growth. The Northwest Innovation […]

266,000 SF In New Leases, Renewals Reported At Boca Raton Innovation Campus The activity includes three new leases and two renewals from tenants spanning healthcare, tech, and education sectors. Read more at https://lnkd.in/guCpxJaD #bocaratonrealestate #bocaraton #palmbeachcountyrealestate #palmbeachcounty

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania recently approved nearly $1.2 million in support for regional businesses from Lehigh, Northampton and Berks counties, between July to September. $1.1 million of the total was earmarked for early-stage companies, via Lehigh Valley Business. Other investments were made in established #manufacturers, and for student enrichment work with college or university partners. #BennFranklin4PA is proud to invest in the #PAinnovationeconomy! https://brnw.ch/21wWu6a