PEACEPLUS INNOVATE+
Enabling innovation, collaboration & technology adoption
INNOVATE+ is a new cross-border project funded through the PEACEPLUS Programme and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). It is supported by the European Union, the UK Government, the Northern Ireland Executive and the Irish Government. The project supports small and medium-sized businesses across Northern Ireland and the border counties to strengthen competitiveness, improve sustainability and plan for the future.
Led by Atlantic Technological University, Queen’s Business School, Queen’s University are working with project delivery partners, Ulster University (UU) and Catalyst to bring the business innovation support investment to SMEs in Northern Ireland and the border counties.
The aim is to help SMEs develop new products, services or capabilities whilst exploring new technologies. The INNOVATE+ programme offers practical, tailored support to suit real-world needs, no matter the sector.
Your business will receive an innovation audit, a bespoke innovation management plan with the opportunity to benefit from tailored training, student interns and placements, innovation cluster membership and digital transformation support.
This programme is free to join and is open to SMEs from all sectors, located anywhere in Northern Ireland or the border counties of Ireland (Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Cavan, Monaghan, Louth).
Due to high demand you are advised to apply as early as possible.
At the William J. Clinton Leadership Institute at Queen’s Business School, our experienced executive education team has designed the Leading Change and Transition series—three engaging, high-impact programmes created to support the ambitions of the INNOVATE+ project.
This series offers organisations the chance to build capability through practical, high-quality learning in leadership, innovation, digital transformation and sustainability. With flexibility at its core, businesses can choose to take part in the full three-programme series or select the individual course that best meets the needs of their business and people at any point during the four-year INNOVATE+ initiative.
This programme is for business leaders, owners and senior managers who wish to build high-performance cultures and drive operational excellence in their organisation. This practical course is designed for leaders who strive to turn operational friction and team challenges into opportunities for real growth. Through expert-led, interactive sessions, you’ll get the frameworks and clear strategy needed to deliver measurable change.
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This programme is for business managers who wish to lead digital transformation with confidence. It is designed for managers who want to turn digital disruption and AI into real opportunities for innovation and growth. Across a series of six expert-led, interactive sessions, you’ll gain practical tools, frameworks and a clear roadmap to drive meaningful change in your organisation.
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This programme is suited to personnel at all level and focuses on the the core aspects of sustainability, including environmental, social, and economic dimensions. It promotes innovation and responsiveness to emerging sustainability trends, making it invaluable for forward-thinking business leaders. The programme unpacks the critical aspects of business sustainability and equips you with the practical skills and insights to implement these concepts effectively.
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Our INNOVATE+ recruitment partner Catalyst, are on hand to guide your business through the Innovate+ opportunity for your organisation. Their specialist innovation officers shall support your application to avail of the INNOVATE+ opportunity, commencing with a free business innovation audit.
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