For Cyber Entrepreneurs
Whether you’ve got an idea that you want to take to market, or you’re simply bursting with energy and enthusiasm for solving cyber security problems, we want to hear from you.
We’re looking for a diverse range of people.
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You may have the next big cyber security solution but have no idea where to start commercialising it.
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You may feel you need someone with commercial skills, business development knowledge, or software engineering skills to help you.
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Or, maybe you are the commercial genius or the programming guru that could help?
How can I get involved?
Bring your idea - respond to one of our challenges
Through our challenge-led innovation programme, we’ll give you the opportunity to solve real cyber challenges set by real businesses
Build your Team - join the Venture Building Programme
Our Venture Building Programme builds teams around Domain Knowledge Experts to make solutions a reality, and give you the support you need to turn innovations into a commercial success.
Join a Team - a gateway to a thriving entrepreneurial journey
A chance to work with visionary leaders, industry experts, and potential investors, providing unparalleled networking opportunities that can shape your future career trajectory.
Challenge-driven Innovation Respond to one of our challenges
We bring the best ideas (and their creators!) onto our unique venture building programme, and support the rapid development of new, innovative solutions – which we then assist in taking to market.
The whole programme is designed so that solutions, and the commercial team developing them, are tightly tailored to industry demand and attractive to private equity investors.
Bring your Idea
Join a Team Passion for solving problems?
Are you an enthusiastic and energetic individual with a passion for solving problems? The startup journey may be for you.
We know the idea of starting your own business can be scary. You might have no idea how it would work. That’s why we’re here. Get in touch and we’ll talk you through it.
Learn moreThe Cyber Innovation Hub will unleash the potential of the Cardiff Capital Region, creating a world-class pipeline of new cyber security products, high-growth businesses, and technically-skilled talent.
About Why us?
Through the National Cyber Security Centre, Cardiff University and the University of South Wales are recognised by the UK Government for excellence in cybersecurity research, innovation, and education. We also have strong industry partners – Airbus, CGI and Thales – as well as strong links with schools and colleges across the region.
The Alacrity Foundation have established entrepreneurship and venture building programmes, while Tramshed Tech is a leading co-working space and start-up community in the region, with cybersecurity companies on premises and a commitment to growing technology-driven and cyber enterprise.
Together, let’s work to transform Cardiff Capital Region into a leading UK cyber security cluster
Our Mission
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