3 day event for FE engineering and technology students /graduates/experienced engineers and technicians to explore new engineering products or processes with market potential.

Day One

• Brainstorming Brunch

• Introduction to Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub

• Ideation and concept development – helping each applicant with an idea with market need identified

• “The Challenge”

• Developing commercial innovation

• Hear from entrepreneurs who have walked the walk

• Engineering and technology experts to help guide on the ‘challenge’

Day Two

• Story-boarding, wire-framing, product sketch, developing the route to market with cost strategy, market mapping, leading to an outline business plan

• ‘Drop in Clinics’ with experts available online and in person for guidance and problem solving

Day Three

• 3-5min pitch to panel from participants (individuals or teams)

• Prize winners announced and networking event

• Closing talk by RAENG on application process for its Regional Talent Engine programme (£20k support for successful applicants, with coaching and mentoring over 4-6 months).