Helping Businesses Transform Great Ideas into New Products, Processes & Technology.
A fully-funded, bespoke programme connecting businesses with guidance, funding, and expertise across York & North Yorkshire. Great Ideas is funded by the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire as part of the Business Innovation Fund, providing eligible businesses with access to grants of up to £60,000 alongside personalised innovation support.
Great Ideas, greater possibilities
Join Great Ideas, a fully funded programme designed to help businesses in York & North Yorkshire develop, innovate, and grow. Whether you’re looking to launch a new product, improve your processes, or explore new technologies, this free programme provides practical guidance and expert support, and access to potential funding opportunities—including grants of up to £60,000 for eligible participants.
We don’t just talk about innovation – we guide you through the entire process, from identifying opportunities to applying for grants and implementing solutions, so your business can see a tangible impact.
Sign up today to access helpful online resources and secure your place in our programme for personalised support. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your opportunity.
Why Join?
Develop new products and services
With step-by-step guidance tailored to your business needs.
Boost efficiency
Improve processes, productivity, and performance across your operations.
Connect and collaborate
Engage with regional experts, peers, and partners to unlock new opportunities.
Access funding
Eligible particiants will be able to access a grant up to £60,000, with guidance on application.
Innovation Areas You’ll Explore
Tailored guidance across key sectors and challenges:
- Defining, designing and developing new products and services and enhancing existing ones
- Testing potential new products and services with prospective customers
- Sourcing specialist expertise
- Understand how to protect your intellectual property
- Raising finance to fund your innovation
- Developing and implementing new ways of working to increase your efficiency and reduce costs
- Minimising waste and reducing your carbon footprint
How it works
- Register Your Interest – Quick online form to start your journey.
- Innovation Health Check – Personalised assessment to identify opportunities and next steps.
- Tailored Support – Workshops, webinars, coaching, and grant application guidance.
Flexible, practical support designed for your business
We know every business is unique. Great Ideas provides a flexible approach with various support streams, so you can access the support that’s most relevant to you. No jargon. No cost. Just practical, step-by-step guidance to help you innovate, grow, and thrive.
Ready to take your ideas further?
Register today to join the Great Ideas Programme and start your innovation journey with fully funded guidance and support.
Great Ideas is a programme supported by David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire and funded by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority as part of the Business Innovation Fund.
It has been developed in partnership with UMi.
