Spring into Balance

We’re shining a light on the women behind the companies making waves, breaking-through and using science as a force for good.

As the days get longer and energy begins to lift, Spring into Balance invites our community to gently re-energise and find rhythm again.

Join the Wintering Series to slow down, turn inward, and care for yourself through the quieter months of Winter.

A summary of Innovation Starts With Us, the launch of our Impact Series with YouthTheGap, exploring connection circles and panel insights.

We interview Brighton-based artist, Lois O' Hara.

Here are some tools, tips and tricks to help you climb out of the weeds, take the reins and establish some healthy work patterns.

Co-founder of design studio, atelier thirty four, Harry Hasson, shares how there’s no right way into the industry.

Meet Demi Heath, one of Plus X Innovation ecosystem experts in sustainability.

It can feel lonely at the top. Find out what support there is out there for you as a business leader.

Learn how repurposing existing materials could reduce our reliance on single-use plastics.

While the events of the last few years have improved virtual meetings and online events, nothing beats the buzz of the real thing.

We've put together some of the best innovation quotes to help inspire you on your mission.

While there’s no getting around the highly competitive culture of investment, the potential for success will make the hard work worth it.

Having wrapped up the programme, find out more about the inaugural cohort of our pre-accelerator and what they’ve experienced along the way.

Eleven exciting and scaling businesses moved into the new home, Plus X Innovation to start their journey on the INSPIRE programme.

The Urban Design Journal featured Plus X Innovation to explore innovation hubs' future in the UK economy.

We recently interviewed Mat Hunter, Co-CEO at Plus X to learn why prototyping workshops are a vital part of our innovation ecosystem.

Product Foundry is a BRITE innovation programme for cutting-edge product makers in Brighton. Meet the second cohort of makers.

Read about how Naurt is changing the game for location tracking.

It’s normal to feel lonely as a leader, but that doesn’t mean isolation. Find your tribe through networking and shared workspace.

Tough economic conditions can actually be beneficial for startups to exploit market gaps.

Read our guide for tips on how to track down and work with talented freelancers to benefit your business.

Learn how Simone Panella, founder of Dyamotech, is changing the game in rugby headgear.

Plus X Brighton welcomed 15 businesses that are on their way to change the world to Pioneers.

Based on nominations from the Plus X Innovation team, this list celebrates just some of the brilliant businesswomen in Brighton and Hove.

With a huge growth in new businesses in 2021, we explore the best places to start a business in the UK.

Due to the growth of hybrid working, many businesses have opted to reduce the size of their workplace or move to a coworking hub.

Building a sustainable, ethical, and socially responsible company makes business sense. Read how to become a B Corp, and other options.

The needs of modern workspaces have changed. Employees are seeking flexible working hours and locations, and putting health first.

In May, ten creative physical product makers kicked off their journey on Product Foundry. Meet the first cohort.

With SMEs and entrepreneurship culture booming, finding the right home for your business can be crucial to its survival.

Collaboration at work is about so much more than water-cooler moments and team meetings.

Cruelty-free watch company, VOTCH, is the phoenix to rise from the ashes of founder Laura's experience with Topical Steroid Withdrawal.

Plus X Innovation was delighted to be named 'Best Newcomer in Commercial Property' at Property Week's prestigious Awards.

Explore the story behind the new look Plus X Innovation, as told by the brains behind the new brand, Lauren Walsh.

The hybrid working revolution has brought with it many positive changes for teams - but changed requirements for office space.

Read our guide to successful leadership to inspire you on your journey to being a better business leader.

Get to know Plus X Innovation’s Designer in Residence and how his latest project tackles circular fashion and exploitative work practices.

Finding the right mentor for you and your business could change everything.

Meet cohort three of BRITE Pioneers.

Learn about the 9th cohort of CRL Accelerator.

Meet the startups kicking off their journeys on CRL Accelerator Cohort 10: Makers of Net Zero

Plus X Innovation Co-CEO Mat Hunter explains why dedicated innovation space is necessary for businesses of all sizes.

As the year comes to an end, we are reflecting on an incredible year of the BRITE project.

Understand the importance of self-care and how it can help improve all aspects of our lives.

We spoke to Marc Convey, Co-founder of Brighton-based video innovation agency 23D.

Ready to take your idea to big business clients or partners? Here's what you need to know about pitching to corporates.

Why would a business choose coworking over traditional office space? Find out the benefits of coworking and flex workspace.

Trailblazing for Change was born at Plus X to champion and advocate for women and marginalised gender groups in business.

Want to make a success of using social media for your small business? Read on for our top tips.

Jenny and James found themselves moving from a Rock 'n' Roll lifestyle in live events, to creating niche software.

Discover the key steps to take in your early days as an entrepreneur with our in-depth business startup checklist

In September, Ben Rousseau joined Product Foundry to focus on bringing his Tempus collection of futuristic timepieces to market.

Roadways is a long-established modern highways construction company with innovation at its heart.

One year on from opening, Plus X Innovation Brighton has won several industry-leading awards.

Dry January may be (almost) over - but Plus X Innovation's Brighton based startup, Peak, is disrupting drinking culture for good.

Picking the right time to scaleup your business can be hard to pinpoint.

Read our guide about why you should register with Companies House.

On Thursday 4th November, Plus X Brighton hosted the first ever BRITE Disruptors event.

We've only just finished the first quarter of the year and already have plenty to shout about from BRITE.

Discover why so many businesses have adopted the hub and spoke approach to workspaces.

Take a look at the second cohort of pioneering businesses who want to make a difference.

Starting as an emergency effort during the pandemic, The Slough Hub has been a driving force for change in the town.

UK Universities are not just academic institutions, but are sources of innovation that can be perfect for collaborations or partnerships.

What does it take to build an innovation hub properly? We dive into the future of financing flex space with our expert Grace.

Meet Cohort 12 of innovative hardware startups taking part in the CRL Accelerator.

Get to know racial justice advocate Kaia Allen-Bevan who is speaking up for everyone.

Team days can help to connect, inspire and motivate remote, hybrid, and in-office teams. Read our guide on running a successful away day.

Find out more about the latest cohort taking part in the CRL Accelerator.

We welcomed 30 students into our Slough hub as part of a work experience week with Learning To Work.

Get some tips on how to go from putting out fires as a founder to stoking the flames of success as a CEO.

Podcasts are currently in the spotlight, and for good reason. Explore our favourite podcasts from our Podcast Suite here in Brighton.

Podcasts have had quite the journey. But is starting a podcast right for your business?

Before we open our Slough hub, we wanted to introduce you to the team so you can get to know them a little better.

Learn how Kashish Agarwal is looking to drive change and improve accessibility to cricket with his innovative company.

Operating a company with a dispersed team comes with its challenges . Read our guide to how to successfully manage a dispersed team. 

Discover how your business can embrace hybrid working to keep your team happy and your business productive.

Learn how to embed a culture of innovation into your business.

Learn all about the risks and opportunities of intellectual property in this guest blog from Andrew White.

Read all about the Sustainable Smart Factory Pilot Project happening at Plus X Innovation Brighton.

Learn about our community's exciting news and success stories from this past year and about our winners at our awards night.

Find out about the brand new wellbeing space launching for our members next month.

Plus X Innovation has won 'Deal of the Year' at the 2024 Property Week Awards.

Find out more about the visionaries who have just graduated from the CRL Accelerator.

Read the story of Plus X Innovation member Kuljit Bhamra and how he is demystifying access to Indian music with his electronic tabla.

Learn how Gareth’s 25 years in various commercial sales roles within the pharmaceutical packaging industry drives the vision behind DuoVIAL®

Learn about why having the right space is important for the circular economy to grow.

Read our guide to why a co-founder could be the right option for you and how to find the perfect person.

Learn how challenge sourcing can help your organisation continuously innovate and focus on solving the problems that matter.

Collaborating and partnering with startups can be a precious tool when it comes to innovation strategy.

How do you foster innovation in your organisation and develop a positive culture that embraces sharing new ideas? Read this guide for tips.

The do's and dont's of running effective pilots written by Plus X Innovation Programme Director, Toby Kress.

Learn everything IP in this blog from Andrew White, Partner at Mathys & Squire LLP and Plus X Innovation Expert.

Learn some useful tools and tips to help innovation leaders in large businesses efficiently vet and identify startup collaborators.

This summer, Plus X Brighton welcomed two up-and-coming businesses from the University of Brighton to the innovation hub.

On Tuesday the 12th November, we held our first ever Disruptors competition at Unbarred Brewery in Brighton.

In past awards in Brighton and Hove, Sussex and Surrey, shockingly just 26% have been won by women.

Radical collaboration, starting with iterative change, and talk to each other to accelerate sustainable innovation.

A business that is not recognising the importance of innovation is a business in decline. Learn how to get out of your innovation rut.

Control Freq, an on-demand mobile technology company were one of Plus X Brighton's founding members.