Laura Smith

I am the Knowledge Transfer Manager for the Digital Economy at Innovate UK Business Connect. Our organisation connects innovators with new partners and to accelerate ideas into real-world solutions.

I have combined experience working in digital innovation in academic research and industry development for the last 20 years. I have managed large scale European and UK research grants and set up my own start-up in data visualisation using immersive technology.

I have worked across digital innovation consulting on product development, business strategy, roadmapping, research, UX and commercialisation. Through Innovate UK Business Connect I now support business growth by connecting expansive ecosystems of people for collaboration and funding to drive positive change.