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TBAT assists organisations in accessing research and development grant funding across a range of UK and EU schemes and industry sectors.

Partners & Pastries – Charnwood Campus

Thursday, 2nd February 2023

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Overview

Kindly hosting our third Partners and Pastries Networking event is Charnwood Campus.  Charnwood Campus, Science, Innovation, and Technology Park is a business-led life sciences ecosystem that provides world-class flexible laboratories, specialist manufacturing facilities, and a comprehensive support package for life science and associated companies.

Using Government Schemes to Fund your Innovation

Thursday, 9th February 2023

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Overview

Join our free-to-attend webinar where we’ll look at the funding opportunities available for UK businesses, and how to utilise the schemes such as  Innovate UK Grant Funding.

 

 

 

Finance Workshop – All you need to know to fund your business growth

Thursday, 23rd March 2023

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Overview

Join TBAT Innovation and partners on this free-to-attend workshop as we delve into finance and funding your business growth. We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of funding barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.

People & Recruitment Workshop – Retaining the best people you can

Thursday, 27th April 2023

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Overview

Join TBAT Innovation and partners on this free-to-attend workshop as we delve into the people and recruitment solutions you need to know in order to support your business growth. We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of barriers within people and recruitment.

Product Development & Protection

Thursday, 25th May 2023

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Overview

Join TBAT Innovation and partners on this free-to-attend workshop designed to delve into the innovative solutions you need to know to fund your business growth. We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of product design and protection barriers.

Partners & Pastries – Business Networking Event – Pioneer

Thursday, 8th June 2023

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Overview

Kindly hosting our fourth Partners and Pastries Networking event is Pioneer Group. Pioneer Group builds and operates life science and technology campuses across Europe. Come along for breakfast refreshments, networking opportunities, a short overview of Pioneer, and 5 x 90-second Pitches by Partners and Colworth Science Park tenants.

Commercialisation Workshop – Successfully heading to market

Thursday, 15th June 2023

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Overview

This free-to-attend workshop is designed to delve into business strategy and marketing from the perspective of supporting your business growth.  We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of business strategy and marketing barriers.

WEBINAR: HMRC Urgent Changes to R&D Tax Claims

Wednesday, 5th July 2023

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Overview

Starting from 1st August, HMRC is clamping down hard on R&D claims.  Join TBAT Innovation on 5th July, for this informative webinar, specifically designed to provide your business with the crucial information needed moving forward.

 

WEBINAR: R&D Tax Credits HMRC Update September 2023

Tuesday, 12th September 2023

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Overview

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming HMRC webinar that delves into three critical topics shaping the landscape of taxation.
• Update from R&D Communication Forum with HMRC
• HMRC’s reply to the CIOT letter regarding R&D tax credits
• How useful is the HMRC Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in solving tax disputes?

Partners & Pasties – Business Networking Event – MODUS

Wednesday, 20th September 2023

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Overview

Kindly hosting our fifth Partners and Pastries Networking event is Modus Accountants, who provide complete accountancy services and business support for small to medium sized business owners.  Come along for breakfast refreshments, networking opportunities, a short overview of Modus Accountants by Mark Spolander, Director and 5 x 90-second Pitches by Partners.

Partners & Pastries – Shakespeare Martineau

Wednesday, 8th November 2023

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Overview

Our next Partners and Pastries networking event is being hosted by Shakespeare Martineau, a leading full-service UK law firm, providing legal services to businesses, organisations, government departments, families and people throughout life and in business.

Funding Early Business Growth – Interactive Workshop

Wednesday, 14th February 2024

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Overview

An interactive in-person workshop, specifically designed to equip entrepreneurs and businesses with the necessary tools and insights to prepare for investment and financial opportunities and to navigate the complex landscape of funding.

Unlocking Potential R&D Tax Credits in the Creative Industry

Wednesday, 21st February 2024

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Overview

Are you ready to turn you creative vision into a masterpiece of financial success?

Join TBAT Innovation for an exclusive R&D Tax Credit webinar, in collaboration with Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership, tailored for the vibrant world of creative businesses.

Partners & Pastries – Business Networking Event – Forresters & STEAMhouse

Thursday, 22nd February 2024

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Overview

Our first Partners and Pastries networking event of 2024 will be jointly hosted by Forresters IP and STEAMhouse. Forresters IP are a  European patent and trade mark firm and STEAMhouse are an award-winning centre for collaborative innovation.

Innovation Challenge Workshop 1 – Finance

Wednesday, 20th March 2024

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Overview

As part of the Innovation Challenge 2024, join us for our FREE online Finance Workshop – All you need to know to fund your business growth, sponsored by Modus Accountants

Partners & Pastries – Business Networking Event – Medilink Midlands

Tuesday, 16th April 2024

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Overview

Our second 2024 Partners and Pastries networking event is hosted by our partner Medilink Midlands the Life Sciences Industry association. Medilink Midlands helps companies in the life sciences industry establish , develop and grow; through their business support, connectivity and collaboration.

 

Innovation Challenge Workshop 2 – People & Recruitment

Wednesday, 17th April 2024

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Overview

As part of the Innovation Challenge 2024, join us for our FREE online People & Recruitment Workshop – Retaining the best people you can. We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of barriers within people and recruitment – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.

Business Briefing: Access to R&D Tax Credits Webinar

Friday, 26th April 2024

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Overview

If you’re a physics-powered business, researching or developing innovative new products, processes or services, register for free to join Ian Davie on the Institute of Physics ‘Business Briefing: Access to R&D Tax Credits’ webinar.

Innovation Challenge Workshop 3 – Product Development & Protection

Wednesday, 22nd May 2024

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Overview

As part of the Innovation Challenge 2024, join us for our FREE online Product Development & Protection Workshop – Design & Protect your innovation. We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of product design and protection barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.

Partners & Pastries – Business Networking Event – Smallfry

Wednesday, 12th June 2024

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Overview

Our summer 2024 Partners and Pastries networking event is hosted by our partner Smallfry Industrial Design. Smallfry is an industrial design consultancy with 50 years of expertise specialising in turning good ideas into great product design.

Innovation Challenge Workshop 4 – Commercialisation

Wednesday, 26th June 2024

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Overview

As part of the Innovation Challenge 2024, join us for our FREE online Commercialisation Workshop – Successfully heading to market. We will discuss problems, challenges and highlight opportunities to reduce the effects of business strategy and marketing barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace.

Partners & Pastries – Mills and Reeve, Barclays Eagle Lab Oxford & The Oxford Trust

Thursday, 12th September 2024

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Overview

Our next 2024 Partners and Pastries networking event is hosted by our partners Mills and Reeve, Barclays Eagle Lab Oxford and The Oxford Trust. Join us at Barclays Eagle Lab Oxford, on Thursday 12th September 2024, from 8:00am – 10:00am.

WEBINAR: Navigating the Latest Updates for R&D Tax Credits

Thursday, 26th September 2024

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Overview

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming R&D Tax Credits webinar that delves into the latest updates shaping the landscape of R&D.

– Latest legislation changes for R&D Tax Credits
– Compliance checks with HMRC
– Recent first-tier tribunal decisions
– What to consider when making a claim

WEBINAR: Unlocking Funding Opportunities

Thursday, 7th November 2024

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Overview

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Grant Funding webinar that explores Grant Funding opportunities for UK businesses and delves into how to utilise the schemes available.

-Current Grant Funding Opportunities & changes to the landscape post-election
-How to apply for Funding
-Eligibility
-Top Tips

Partners & Pastries – Medical Technologies Innovation Facility

Thursday, 14th November 2024

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Overview

Our final 2024 Partners and Pastries business networking event is hosted by our partner the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) part of Nottingham Trent University (NTU).  MTIF is a pioneering, research and development facility, which supports academic and industry organisations.

WEBINAR: An Essential Introduction to the R&D Tax Relief Scheme

Wednesday, 22nd January 2025

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Overview

Register today for our first 2025 webinar “Unlocking R&D Tax Credits: An Essential Introduction to the Relief Scheme“.

Designed for businesses and individuals interested in maximising financial support for their R&D activities, this session will walk you through the core components of the R&D tax credit scheme, eligibility requirements, and the steps needed to submit a successful claim.

WEBINAR: HMRC Enquiries for R&D Tax Credits: Expert Insights & Support

Tuesday, 25th February 2025

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Overview

Register for our R&D Tax webinar “Navigating HMRC Enquiries for R&D Tax Credits: Expert Insights & Support” where Ian will break down what to expect from an HMRC enquiry into R&D tax credits and the ways our experienced team can support you through the process.

During this webinar, you will gain a deeper understanding of HMRC’s R&D enquiry process, why these enquiries happen, and how to best respond to secure your claim.

Partners & Pastries Networking – Pioneer Group

Thursday, 27th February 2025

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Overview

Register for our first 2025 Partners & Pastries networking event, hosted by our partner Pioneer Group at their Life Sciences Hub Victoria House in Bloomsbury Square, London. Pioneer Group are Europe’s largest collective of scientists, technologist and entrepreneurs.

WEBINAR: Funding Growth with SEIS, EIS & Patent Box

Thursday, 13th March 2025

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Register for our upcoming Funding Schemes webinar “Funding Growth with SEIS, EIS & Patent Box: Expert Support for Tax Relief“. We will explore how Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS), Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS), and Patent Box can collectively drive growth and secure significant tax relief for innovative businesses and their investors.

WEBINAR: How AI is Driving Real Business Results (and How You Can Too)

Tuesday, 18th March 2025

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Join TBAT Innovation partner Stephanie Gradwell on this exclusive webinar ”Beyond the Hype: How AI is Driving Real Business Results (and How You Can Too)”

Join Stephanie, former Director of Data & AI at Halfords, for an insightful session that demystifies AI and showcases how businesses across industries are using it to drive real results. Whether you’re simply curious about what AI really is, or you’re looking to leverage it for growth, this webinar will give you the clarity and confidence to understand and apply AI in your organisation.

IC25 ‘How to Finance Your Business’ Workshop

Wednesday, 19th March 2025

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Overview

Register for our Innovation Challenge 2025 Workshop 1 ‘How to Finance your Business’. This free-to-attend online workshop, sponsored by Modus Accountants, is tailored for SME leaders and entrepreneurs seeking expert guidance on finance and funding strategies to drive innovation and business growth.

Partners & Pastries Networking – Forresters

Thursday, 3rd April 2025

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Register for our second 2025 Partners &  Pastries networking event, hosted by our Partner Forresters IP at The Vault, in The Exchange, University of Birmingham. Forresters are a European patent and trade mark firm, providing clear and practical advice.

IC25 ‘Building Your Dream Team’ Workshop

Wednesday, 23rd April 2025

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Register for our Innovation Challenge 2025 Workshop 2 ‘Building Your Dream Team‘. This free-to-attend online workshop, sponsored by Rhodes Wealth Management, is tailored for business founders, leaders, entrepreneurs, and HR professionals dedicated to building high-performing teams and creating a collaborative culture to drive success.

WEBINAR: British Business Bank Funding Explained

Tuesday, 29th April 2025

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Join TBAT Innovation’s Founding Director Sam Stephens and the British Business Bank’s Senior Manager Lewis Stringer for a collaborative webinar, “British Business Bank Funding Explained: Opportunities for UK Innovators,” where we’ll explore the funding opportunities available through the British Business Bank and discuss how to secure support for your business’s innovation and growth initiatives.

WEBINAR: Unlocking European Grant Funding

Wednesday, 14th May 2025

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Join TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with our experts Esther Lawrence, Head of Business Development (Grants) and Bethan Roullier Grants Team Leader, where we’ll explore the latest opportunities for securing grant funding through European Grant Funding such as Horizon Europe, Eureka, and European Innovation Council (EIC).

IC25 ‘Product Development & Protection’ Workshop

Wednesday, 21st May 2025

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Overview

Register for our Innovation Challenge 2025 Workshop 3 ‘Product Development & Protection’. This free-to-attend online workshop, sponsored by Forresters IP is designed to help innovators and businesses navigate the complexities of product development and intellectual property protection. With a focus on practical solutions, it will explore topics like regulatory compliance, licensing strategies, and digital innovation.

Partners and Pastries Networking – Space Park Leicester

Thursday, 12th June 2025

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Join TBAT for our next Partners and Pastries Networking Event at Space Park Leicester, an international centre for combining world-leading excellence in space research, inclusive education and space-enabled industry.

IC25 ‘Commercialisation & Exploitation’ Workshop

Wednesday, 25th June 2025

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Register for our Innovation Challenge 2025 Workshop 4, ‘Commercialisation & Exploitation‘. This free-to-attend online workshop, sponsored by Datalink Electronics, is aimed at helping businesses refine their investment strategies, enhance their pitches, and make crucial decisions for future growth.

WEBINAR: IC25 – Applying for the 2025 TBAT Innovation Challenge

Tuesday, 8th July 2025

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Are you thinking of applying to the 2025 TBAT Innovation Challenge? Join our exclusive webinar where we walk you through everything you need to know about your application. We’ll discuss the application process, eligibility criteria, the prize fund breakdown and hear from previous winners.

WEBINAR: Maximising Creative Tax Relief: Funding Innovation in the Creative Industries

Tuesday, 15th July 2025

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Join TBAT Innovation’s experts Ian Davie and Sam Hutchinson for an insightful webinar, “Maximising Creative Tax Relief: Funding Innovation in the Creative Industries,” where they will explore the Creative Tax Relief scheme and how it provides tax-saving opportunities for businesses in the creative sector.

Partners and Pastries Networking – Mills & Reeve

Thursday, 11th September 2025

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Register for our September 2025 Partners & Pastries networking event, hosted by our TBAT partner Mills & Reeve at their offices in Paradise, Birmingham.

 

 

Navigating the Latest Updates for R&D Tax Credits

Tuesday, 23rd September 2025

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Join TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with our expert Ian Davie, Senior Consultant, where he will delve into the dynamic landscape of R&D Tax Credits.

Grants Unlocked: Your Guide to Innovation Funding in the UK & Europe

Thursday, 13th November 2025

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Join TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with our expert Esther Lawrence, Head of Business Development (Grants), where we’ll explore the latest opportunities for securing grant funding across both UK and European schemes.

Partners and Pastries – Barclays Eagle Labs Oxford

Thursday, 20th November 2025

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Our final 2025 Partners and Pastries networking event is hosted by our partner the Barclays Eagle Lab Oxford.

WEBINAR: Innovation & Growth: Smarter Funding for Smarter Businesses

Wednesday, 3rd December 2025

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Discover how grants, R&D tax credits, and advanced funding solutions can unlock cash flow, accelerate innovation, and drive sustainable business growth.

Partners and Pastries – Shakespeare Martineau Nottingham

Thursday, 12th February 2026

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Our first 2026 Partners and Pastries networking event is hosted by our partner Shakespeare Martineau

WEBINAR: Navigating HMRC Enquiries for R&D Tax Credits

Tuesday, 24th February 2026

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Join TBAT Innovation’s expert Ian Davie for our free 1-hour webinar, “Navigating HMRC Enquiries for R&D Tax Credits: Expert Insights & Support,” where Ian will break down what to expect from an HMRC enquiry into R&D tax credits and the ways our experienced team can support you through the process.

WEBINAR: From Innovation to Control

Tuesday, 24th March 2026

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TBAT Innovation, in partnership with Isosceles Finance, invites you to join our free 1-hour webinar, ” From Innovation to Control: How to Fund and Run a Scaling Business”, where our experts will explore how innovative companies can fund development while building the financial structure and visibility required to scale successfully.

Partners and Pastries – Pioneer Group London

Wednesday, 15th April 2026

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Our second 2026 Partners and Pastries networking event is hosted by our partner Pioneer Group at their Life Sciences Hub Victoria House in Bloomsbury Square, London.

WEBINAR: Grants Unlocked – Your Guide to Innovation Funding

Thursday, 14th May 2026

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Join TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with our expert Esther Lawrence, Head of Business Development (Grants), where we’ll explore the latest opportunities for securing grant funding across both UK and European schemes.

WEBINAR: R&D Tax Credits – An Essential Introduction

Wednesday, 17th June 2026

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Join TBAT Innovation’s expert Ian Davie for our upcoming webinar, “Unlocking R&D Tax Credits: An Essential Introduction to the Relief Scheme,” where Ian will cover the basics of the R&D Tax relief scheme and how it can help fund your organisation’s innovation and growth.

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