Growing your business your way
We know that running a business is hard, whether you have just started out or are busy growing, so we’re on hand to support you while you focus on what you do best. Being part of Mansfield Innovation Centre means belonging to the Oxford Innovation network, which means we offer you more than just workspace; we offer you a community of like-minded individuals and support from a team of experienced business support professionals.
At Mansfield Innovation Centre, we like to ensure that your business is getting all the support it needs to thrive, so we have our Innovation Director, David and our team of experts on hand to help. With nearly 20 years’ experience in helping small business to start and grow, David has supported many entrepreneurs through a range of government and EU funded projects, as well as having managed a team of advisors delivering business support.
As well as supporting our businesses in our Oxford Innovation network, David manages a local business grant programme and has a wealth of experience in the business funding arena, helping businesses access over £10m over the past 5 years.
Ask the experts
Strategic business planning
1-2-1 business coaching
Innovation planning
Talent Management
Finding new customers and growing sales
Marketing strategy
Business growth workshops and masterclasses
International trade planning
Financial planning
Leadership and Management
Exit Strategies
Tools & connections to help you flourish
GROWTHmapper
We have created a whole stack of tools, like our unique GROWTHmapper® Diagnostic which collects and analyses the insights of your team to measure your progress and ensure that the whole team stays on track.
Angel network
The Innovation Centre has access to our own Angel Investment Showcase, where we can coach you to give a greater chance of succeeding in the competitive environment of business growth.
Amazon web service partners
Oxford Innovation is one of 160 official Amazon Web Service Partners worldwide, which means that you may be able to benefit from free support packages. This can include up to $25,000 of credits.
Growing your connections
We strive to be at the forefront of business support and what we can offer our entrepreneurs, so we have a range of tools and insights to provide your business with the support it needs to achieve your goals.
As well as the support of our helpful team, networking events and the business support tools we’ve invested in for our centres, we also offer extended network resources, including financial advice and growth planning.
Events & workshops
Here at Mansfield Innovation Centre, we bring together like-minded innovators within our community. Through a range of in-person and virtual networking opportunities across both hubs, we offer you chances to collaborate with other entrepreneurs to push boundaries and create change. We also give you access to a network of external experts and resources. Have a look at our upcoming events to see what opportunities and workshops are available.
Being part of our innovation centre means you are part of the Oxford Innovations UK network of over 1,000 businesses.
Case studies
How our partnerships and connections have helped some of our entrepreneurs at IF grow their businesses.
Mansfield Innovation Centre hosts Sustainable Business book launch
A customer at Mansfield Innovation Centre has recently published a book aimed at tackling the business world’s approach to climate change, supporting businesses to reach net zero emissions.
Block Property Solutions awarded at SME Midlands Enterprise Awards
A customer at Mansfield Innovation Centre has recently received an award from the SME Midlands Enterprise Awards, being named Best Residential Block Management Services Provider 2023 – Nottinghamshire.
Mansfield Innovation Centre completes refurbishment
On Tuesday 21st November 2023, we welcomed customers and partners to celebrate the completion of our refurbishment and rebranding project after 9 months of work.
How our partnerships and connections have helped some of our entrepreneurs at Mansfield Innovation Centre grow their businesses.
Mansfield Innovation Centre hosts Sustainable Business book launch
A customer at Mansfield Innovation Centre has recently published a book aimed at tackling the business world’s approach to climate change, supporting businesses to reach net zero emissions.
Block Property Solutions awarded at SME Midlands Enterprise Awards
A customer at Mansfield Innovation Centre has recently received an award from the SME Midlands Enterprise Awards, being named Best Residential Block Management Services Provider 2023 – Nottinghamshire.
Mansfield Innovation Centre completes refurbishment
On Tuesday 21st November 2023, we welcomed customers and partners to celebrate the completion of our refurbishment and rebranding project after 9 months of work.
