Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs EmpowerRD

Welcome to the third podcast in our series, "Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs!" In this episode, Madison Smith, EmpowerRD's Business Development Manager, chats with Hari Sandhu, EmpowerRD's Founder and Executive Chair, as they discuss the implications of the recent Spring Budget for UK innovation and R&D tax credits.In a surprising turn of events, this year's Spring Budget was notably quiet on the R&D tax relief front, marking a pause in the rapid changes we've seen in previous years. However, significant undercurrents, such as the impending merger of the R&D tax relief schemes, are set to redefine the landscape, so we’ll recap on that. We'll also unpack some additional announcements that could shape the future of R&D tax relief and innovation. 

Welcome back to ‘Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs,’ presented by EmpowerRD. In our second episode, host Hari Sandhu, founder of EmpowerRD, is joined by Nikita Baranov from Fuel Ventures. They delve into the art of attracting venture capital funding for UK tech startups in challenging times.Key Highlights:Contrasting funding Landscapes: Insights on how UK Tech SMEs fare against global counterparts.

Adapting to economic shifts: Strategies for securing funding in the current tech reset climate.

Keys to attract investors: Discussing profitable business models and financial discipline.Effective storytelling for Investors: Building lasting relationships in cautious times.Preparing for Growth: Avoiding common pitfalls and building a resilient startup infrastructure.

Join Sophie Temple, our Head of Marketing, and Alex Hannaway, our Content Marketing Manager, as they delve into the exciting world of UK tech.

In our upcoming podcast series, "Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs," we'll tackle the tough questions on finance, funding, innovation, and R&D tax relief. Stay tuned for insightful discussions and valuable insights!

Welcome to the first podcast in our series, "Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs!" In this episode, Alex Hannaway, EmpowerRD's Content Marketing Manager, chats with Rob Whiteside, EmpowerRD's CEO, as they discuss the implications of the recent Autumn Statement for UK innovation and R&D tax credits.

Significant changes were published, including the merging of the RDEC and the SME schemes. Throughout this episode, Alex and Rob explore how these changes may present challenges and opportunities for your business, providing valuable insights on navigating this new R&D tax relief landscape.