Starting a business? : An idea becomes reality!

There are several stages in the development of an idea into a company and in subsequent growth of that company.

As a company grows it will outgrow initial premises, need more staff, need new equipment and of course funding and credit.

You and your University may decide to stay with it or seek an exit. Developing a fully functional operation takes a lot of dedication and hard work and can be both physically and psychologically demanding.

Whatever you decide, the White Rose University technology transfer staff and the White Rose University exploitation companies will work with you to ensure - as far as they can - that the University intellectual property arising from your idea or your research is exploited as effectively as possible for the benefit of you and your university.

If you are attracted by the thought of making a business from your idea and maybe want to unlock your untapped entrepreneurial spirit then contact one of the team.