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Partnerships built on shared objectives

Beyond the funding services, the Walmer Hub connects clients and partners through a curated network, active partnerships, and regular events. Every introduction is built on relevance, shared objectives, and long-term value.

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Long-term
partnerships over short-term gain
Non-advisory
introductions to independent third parties
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partner categories across the network

Partnership, not transactions

We prioritise long-term partnerships over short-term gain

Every introduction is built on relevance, shared objectives, and long-term value.

Business connectivity at Walmer Group is about creating meaningful relationships between people who are building, advising, and supporting innovative businesses.

Regional networks

Strategic networking combined with funding insight helps organisations unlock capital more effectively than stand-alone events.

Sector communities

Sector-focused events amplify learning and strengthen connections between innovation and funding communities.

Deep-tech domains

Deep-tech sectors benefit from specialised connectivity that marries technological credibility with funding process clarity.

Who we partner with

The organisations around the hub

The Walmer Hub brings together innovative businesses, advisers and partners through curated introductions and events.

SETsquaredFuture SpaceTechSparkTech4GoodNatWest AcceleratorUniversity of ExeterImperial College LondonUWE BristolE-SparkShipshape VCSustainable Infrastructure

In action

Partnerships in action

Three partnerships across regions, sectors, and complex domains.

South-West England

Future Space

Strategic partner in the TechSpark network, collaborating on awareness and access to innovation funding for fast-growth companies in the region, including R&D tax relief, grants, and strategic funding readiness.

What we contribute

  • Co-designed workshops and webinars for founders and CFOs
  • Insights on de-risking funding conversations with R&D and grants
  • Enabled access to local business networks and innovation hubs
FinTech & RegTech

Digital Catapult & LUMA

Walmer attends and contributes to sector-specific innovation events where emerging AI trends intersect with funding strategy. We share insight on how AI companies structure compliant R&D claims and align funding with innovation milestones.

What we contribute

  • Facilitated funded innovation discussions for AI founders & technical leaders
  • Accessible frameworks for grant and R&D strategy in emerging tech
  • Funding readiness case examples for community members
Defence, Space, Aerospace & Cyber

Browne Jacobson

We engage with specialist legal, technology, and innovation communities around high-risk, complex sectors, contributing thought leadership on how R&D funding and strategic preparation can support ambitious tech projects.

What we contribute

  • Insights on documenting complex R&D activity
  • Contextualised funding strategy for deep-tech domains
  • Connections between business leaders, advisers, and innovation networks

How partnerships start

By relationship, not application

  • Becoming part of the ecosystem
  • Understanding context & objectives
  • Curated connections & events
  • Long-term relationships

Participation is by relationship, not application.

Partner-led events

We regularly host and support:

  • Private roundtables
  • Founder & CFO discussions
  • Partner-led events
  • Innovation & funding sessions
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Why connectivity is offered free of charge

Business connectivity and networking is a complimentary benefit to Walmer Group clients and partners. Strong networks support better outcomes; collaboration creates long-term value. There are no fees, commissions, or obligations attached to participation. Walmer Group does not provide investment advice or arrange investments. Any connections or introductions are made on a non-advisory, informal basis.