Tech Derby Forges Connections: UK Midlands & African Founders Unite
Tech Derby, a newly established community initiative based in the UK Midlands, is cultivating a powerful network that bridges the gap between UK and African tech ecosystems. Their recent gathering, hosted at the University of Derby’s Game Changer Labs, underscored their commitment to fostering innovation through collaboration. The event brought together a diverse group including founders, students, technologists, and university leaders, all eager to explore how community can drive the next wave of technological advancements. This initiative aims to establish Derby as a key connector, facilitating relationships between UK tech hubs and the dynamic tech talent emerging from across Africa.
Derby University: Championing Community-Driven Innovation
The University of Derby is playing a significant role in supporting Tech Derby’s mission. The university is providing institutional support, emphasizing its role as a neutral platform where industry, government, and grassroots communities can converge. Professor Mark Gilman, Professor of Economics and a key figure within the University of Derby’s Regional Economic Observatory, kicked off the evening. He shared insights on the performance and growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and introduced his “Transformation Triangle” framework. Contributors to Tech Derby’s work are already active across Nigeria, the African continent, and the global diaspora, highlighting the broad reach and impact of this initiative.
Tech Derby is setting the stage for increased collaboration and opportunity, connecting the UK Midlands with the growing tech landscape in Africa. The commitment from the University of Derby shows that they are dedicated to supporting and nurturing a dynamic tech ecosystem.
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