Show Notes 137: Find out about Cambridge Wide Open Week from Prashant Shah

Welcome back to the Cambridge Tech Podcast, your go-to source for all things tech from the heart of the UK's innovation hub. In our latest episode, hosts Faye Holland and James Parton delve into exciting developments in the Cambridge tech scene, including community engagement, the upcoming Science and Tech Awards, and the much-anticipated Cambridge Wide Open Week. Here’s a sneak peek into what you can expect!

Cambridge Independent Science and Tech Awards: This weeks news section features an engaging interview with Mike Scialom from the Cambridge Independent, who discusses the upcoming Science and Tech Awards. With a record number of nominations this year, the awards promise to spotlight the most promising startups in the region. Mike stated, “It’s a good guide for investors to have a snapshot of what’s going on in Cambridge at this point in time.”

Why Apply for Awards?: Mike encourages startups to participate in awards, stating, “Even if it just comes down to sitting there thinking, ‘What have we achieved in the last year?’” This reflection can help companies present themselves optimally to investors and potential employees.

Cambridge Wide Open Week: Prashant from Cambridge Wide Open Week joined the conversation to share exciting updates. The event has expanded from a single day to an entire week, allowing for a richer experience with various activities, including an investor showcase. Prashant explained, “It’s about exposure, inspiration, and understanding what goes on in the life sciences world.”

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