A new platform has been launched designed to “empower founders” all across the Midlands.
The Midlands Ecosystem Platform is a a free, open-access resource which brings together data on nearly 6,000 startups in the region, including 400 university spinouts, and connects users to 54 science and tech campuses, accelerators, corporates, and over 1,000 active investors.
The platform enables founders to claim and update their company profiles, access global insights, and identify potential investors based on similar businesses.
It has been developed by a coalition of Midlands-based initiatives including Midlands Innovation, Forging Ahead, Midlands Mindforge, and the Invest in UK University R&D – Midlands, and is powered by data intelligence firm Dealroom.co.
Rajinder Bhuhi, Forging Ahead Project Manager, said:
“This new platform gives us a powerful way to assess the strength of our innovation ecosystem and track the progress we’re making through initiatives like Forging Ahead. It’s an invaluable resource—helping us connect the dots, see the bigger picture, and engage more effectively with the people and organisations driving, supporting, and funding innovation across the region.”
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