Evolve Innovation Programme

EXPRESS INTEREST

What is it?

The Evolve Innovation Programme helps people to introduce new products, services, or processes to their businesses.

+ Do you have an idea for a new product which requires specialist design support?

+ Would you like your business to save money and time through more efficient processes?

+ Would you like to develop an app or website to improve the customer experience?

Evolve have teamed up with Element Creative, a design and engineering agency, and Interpin, a digital development and strategy agency.

We can help make your idea a reality.

Who can join?

The programme is for businesses of all sizes and from all sectors based in the county of Dorset.

Priority will be given to businesses who have…

+ Been operating for 2 years+

+ At least 5 employees

+ A turnover of at least £100k

+ UK based company with active operations in Dorset

What does the programme involve?

The programme includes up to 11 hours of support from a relevant professional advisor to explore your idea and create an action plan.

This will include a review of the business case and technical support to make your idea a reality.

What are the next steps?

+ Register your business on the form below

+ We will be in touch to find out more about your business and idea.

+ You will be passed onto the relevant agency, dependent on the idea

+ Virtual kick off call with relevant agency

+ Evolve business support/advice offered and booked in when convenient.

+ 3 Hour facilitated workshop, to be held in person

+ Write-up of Roadmap/ Next Steps to be delivered to you

What does it cost?

There is no charge for joining the Innovation Programme. It is being funded by Dorset LEP.

How can I express my interest?

Before applying, please read the frequently asked questions below.

You can by express your interest by completing the form below.

If you have any questions, please contact us on [email protected] or 0333 322 2332.

Who can apply?

We will be accepting applications from businesses who have been….

+ Operating for 2 years+

+ At least 5 employees

+ A turnover of at least £100k

+ UK based company with active operations in Dorset

Who will the mentors be?

Evolve are your business support mentors and we are here to help guide and support you through this journey.

We have teamed up with Element Creative a Bournemouth based design and engineering company who are passionate about developing new things and Interpin, a Bournemouth based Digital development and Strategy agency.

Who will help make your vision/ idea come to life, you would be sent to the relevant agency who would help you discover and define the best way forward.

Element Creative would provide advice and support to design, engineer and make physical products.

Interpin would provide advice and support to build digital solutions which drive significant improvements in business performance, customer experience and competitive advantage