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Innovate Essex Fund Launches
21/10/2026
The Innovate Essex Fund supports entrepreneurs, start-ups and SMEs in Essex to develop, test and scale innovative ideas, products and services that drive business growth and productivity.
The Innovate Essex Fund is a new business innovation programme delivered by the Essex Growth Agency in partnership with the University of Essex. The fund is designed to support entrepreneurs, start-ups, SMEs and social enterprises across Essex to develop innovative ideas, accelerate business growth and improve productivity through targeted innovation support.