# Event Details - **Event Name**: Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am – Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am - **Event Description**: Join this breakfast networking session where SMEs, academics and industry can connect, share ideas and build partnerships.About this EventMae'r rhestriad hwn o Eventbrite ar gael yn Gymraeg. This Eventbrite listing is available in Welsh.This relaxed meetup combines informal networking with focused discussions, giving you the perfect space to connect, share challenges and explore new opportunities.You’ll hear short, practical presentations from Catalyst R&D, Eagle Labs, and the Intellectual Property Office, covering everything from R&D tax credits, intellectual property and financial support initiatives. Whether you're looking to spark innovation, grow your business or understand what help is available, you’ll leave with clear insights and plenty of inspiration.Key SpeakersChris Alderson - Managing Director and co-founder of Catalyst R&DChris has over 15 years’ experience in R&D tax and corporate advisory. Over his career, Chris and his teams have secured over £150 million in R&D tax credits for clients ranging from early-stage tech start-ups to global firms.Tom Salter - Business Growth Director at Catalyst R&DTom regularly engages with founders, spin-outs and SMEs through university roundtables and innovation networks, helping them understand how to secure non-dilutive funding that fuels their growth. Tom's aim is to ensure start-ups and smaller companies receive the same expert-led guidance typically reserved for larger organisations.Emma Richards - Regional Policy Advisor at the Intellectual Property OfficeEmma has dedicated over 27 years to the Intellectual Property Office, where she has supported thousands of businesses—particularly SMEs—in understanding and leveraging intellectual property to protect their ideas and grow with confidence. With deep expertise across patents, trade marks, designs, and copyright, Emma excels at turning complex IP concepts into practical, accessible tools that drive business success.GDPR and Data ConsentInformation you provide will be held in accordance with GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000 and our personal Privacy Statement available on our website. I understand attendance information will be shared with collaborators (Catalyst R&D, Eagle Labs, USW and IPO) for the purposes of impact monitoring and evaluation only.About USW ExchangeUSW Exchange is the hub for business and engagement at the University of South Wales, based on the Newport and Treforest Campus. We work with organisations to create connections that bridge academia and industry.You can view our Privacy Statement here and our Eventbrite Notice here.Agenda?: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMArrival & Networking?: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AMSpeaker Presentations and Q&As?: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMNetworking & Close - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newport/innovate-and-grow-randd-tax-credits-and-intellectual-property-support/100001977493324767 - **Event Categories**: meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Newport - **state**: WA - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Room C36, Engagement Hub, University of South Wales, Newport Campus - **lat**: 51.5844067 - **long**: -2.9882356 - **full address**: Room C36, Engagement Hub, University of South Wales, Newport Campus, Usk Way, Newport, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0cffec913584c75cc2b491b71b11ae4a953d0ac3263d0ecf0177cc4632e988a2-rimg-w1200-h563-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1767712106 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support being held? - **A:** Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support takes place on Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am to Wed, 11 Feb, 2026 at 10:30 am at Room C36, Engagement Hub, University of South Wales, Newport Campus, Usk Way, Newport, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support? - **A:** Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support is organized by University of South Wales / Prifysgol De Cymru. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Innovate & Grow: R&D Tax Credits and Intellectual Property Support 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 Newport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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