EnSpire in Numbers

Stat 1 - 25+ programmes across the ecosystem
Stat 4: 74 people supported  - some with an idea, some just curious
Stat 2:  267 ideas we engaged with, some just starting, some already companies
Stat 3: £87K — equity-free funding awarded through our programmes, 25/26 - not counting NatWest Accelerator or StEP

Programme count reflects the EnSpire ecosystem portfolio; participation and funding figures are drawn from EnSpire's internal records for the 2025-26 academic year.

Where are you starting from?

DPhil Student presenting his idea at The Oxford Moonshot Demo Day 2026

"Could my research have more impact?"

You don't need to know yet.

Curiosity is the only entry requirement.

Female Student at OSVS Showcase Networking

“Entrepreneurship isn't for my subject.”

Your subject is not a barrier.

Founders here come from every division.

STUDENT CELEBRATING THE END OF AN EXAM BY TOSSING HIS MORTAR BOARD

"Have I left it too late to start something?"

There's no expiry date on an idea.

Your Oxford network travels with you.

Founder celebrating his win at The Oxford Moonshot Demo Day 2026

"I've got an idea. Where do I take it?"

Test it before you commit.

Validation, first customers, investor-ready.

This week at EnSpire

Women in Business Gathering - Enterprise Oxfordshire - September

Enterprise Oxfordshire Women in Business Gathering

16 September
Wed 16 Sep, 9.30am–12pm · Spread Eagle Hotel, Thame — Networking for women leading Oxfordshire SMEs. Eligibility conditions apply.
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Startup Huddle Oxford

17 September
Thu 17 Sep, 6–8pm · Oxford Centre for Innovation — Two founders present, then open networking. Monthly, third Thursday, free.
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ICURe Discover: Midlands Innovation cohort

17 September
Applications close Thu 17 Sep · Online — Eight weeks part-time and up to £2,500 to explore the market for your research. All UK universities eligible.

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