# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Looking to grow your business, explore new ideas, or connect with organisations supporting innovation across Leicester and the wider region?About this EventCosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business GrowthJoin us for a special innovation-focused edition of Cosmic Coffee at Space Park Leicester — bringing together businesses, entrepreneurs, innovators, funders and support organisations for an informal afternoon of networking, insight and opportunity.This session will feature short introductions and practical advice from organisations supporting business growth, innovation and funding, including:Federation of Small BusinessesBarclays Eagle LabsRegional funding and support organisationsWhether you are an established company, ambitious start-up, academic, freelancer or simply curious about innovation opportunities, this is a chance to:Discover funding and support available to businessesMeet potential collaborators and partnersLearn about innovation networks across the regionConnect with the Space Park Leicester communityShare ideas over coffee in a relaxed settingCosmic Coffee is designed to spark conversations, encourage collaboration and strengthen connections between industry, academia and the innovation ecosystem.Places are free, but booking is recommended.What to expectThe session will feature short, informal talks (around five minutes each) followed by pitches and open networking.Confirmed contributors include:Jennifer Thomas – Federation of Small BusinessesPoonam Sharma – Barclays Eagle LabsBlue Marble CafeRefreshements will be served before Cosmic Coffee, but why not stay for lunch in the Blue Marble Cafe - serving hold and cold food as well as freshly made salads.TicketsFree to attend – but spaces are limited. Limited pitch opportunities available during sign-up.LocationSpace Park Leicester92 Corporation RoadSpace CityLeicesterLE4 5SPAbout Cosmic CoffeeThe European Space Agency Business Incubation Centre (ESA BIC) at Leicester is delighted to host and sponsor Cosmic Coffee, bringing the space community together at Space Park Leicester.Cosmic Coffee is a regular informal networking event at Space Park Leicester designed to bring together our growing community of researchers, innovators and partners to share ideas and discover new opportunities to collaborate.? Stay ConnectedFollow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Eventbrite & the Space Park NewsletterJoin the conversation using #SpaceParkCommunityPriority access will be given to those actively working in the space industry or looking to commercialise a space technology. Numbers are limited due to space at the venue so please do register early to avoid disappointment.We look forward to seeing you there!About The Federation of Small BusinessesThe Federation of Small Businesses is the UKs leading small business membership organisation, campaigning for small business issues and providing essential business support to protect the business owners who make up 99% of UK firms- SMEs and the self employed.FSB believes that through giving small businesses the right support, conditions and platforms to collaborate and grow, we can achieve great things- that's why we support Space Park and the Cosmic Coffee event.To join the 2,000 FSB members in Leicestershire, and gain access to legal, tax, finance and employment support from as little as £195 per year, or for any other information, contact jennifer.thomas@fsb.org.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/cosmic-coffee-innovation-funding-and-business-growth/100001989382380252 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Space Park Leicester - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leicester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Space Park Leicester - **lat**: 52.65587019999999 - **long**: -1.1289073 - **full address**: Space Park Leicester, 92 Corporation Road, Leicester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bf0f3ead904981958654d7a97a41f1c5cc696f6943dffef3f1f854435fcb51af-rimg-w1200-h600-dc594cc0-gmir.jpg?v=1779012139 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth being held? - **A:** Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth takes place on Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Space Park Leicester, 92 Corporation Road, Leicester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth? - **A:** Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth is organized by Space Park Leicester (University of Leicester). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cosmic Coffee: Innovation, Funding & Business Growth 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 Leicester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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