# Event Details - **Event Name**: North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Launching our North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge with NatWest – FinTech pitches, ecosystem insight and networking.About this EventFinTech North is delighted to invite you to the official launch event of the North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge, our pan-Northern programme designed to connect ambitious FinTech innovators with established financial services organisations to tackle real-world industry challenges.The Innovation Challenge has been created to help accelerate collaboration between FinTechs and financial institutions across the North, providing a platform for emerging technologies, new ideas and practical solutions that can help shape the future of financial services.On the 29th April, we're excited to launch the programme alonsgide NatWest, our challenge sponsors, who will be introducing their challenge area and outlining how participating FinTechs will engage with their experts, mentors and decision-makers throughout the programme.During the event, a selection of innovative FinTech firms will present their solutions and ideas in response to the challenge theme, followed by interactive discussions and Q&A with the audience.This session will bring together FinTech founders, financial services leaders, investors, ecosystem partners and innovators from across the Northern FinTech community, creating space for meaningful conversations, collaboration and new opportunities.Alongside the pitch sessions, attendees will also have the chance to network with peers across the ecosystem, explore potential partnerships and learn more about how to get involved in the Innovation Challenge as the programme progresses. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leeds/north-of-england-fintech-innovation-challenge-launch-event/100001986078744990 - **Event Categories**: Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leeds - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: 2 Whitehall Quay - **lat**: 53.7956199 - **long**: -1.5520546 - **full address**: 2 Whitehall Quay, 2 Whitehall Quay, Leeds, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e14f7b69419e582c871c871c8b236decebb29b4882200a19c57e564e8c9f803a-rimg-w1200-h600-dc178e89-gmir.jpg?v=1775733846 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event being held? - **A:** North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event takes place on Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm at 2 Whitehall Quay, 2 Whitehall Quay, Leeds, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event? - **A:** North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event is organized by FinTech North. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** North of England FinTech Innovation Challenge Launch Event is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leeds, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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