Silverstone Technology Cluster
The Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) serves as a not-for-profit support organisation for advanced engineering, electronics, and software businesses. Its primary objectives revolve around promotion, support, and thought leadership, aiming to foster an ecosystem that enhances members’ global competitiveness.
The STC endeavours to create programmes, groups, and events tailored to the needs of its members, leveraging the power of networking to showcase member capabilities beyond the cluster’s boundaries. Through captivating events and initiatives, it seeks to enhance learning, earning, and growth opportunities for member companies, while cultivating a vibrant community of like-minded leaders who collaborate and learn together.
STC aims to stimulate discussions on cutting-edge technologies, facilitate business expansion across sectors and international markets, and provide access to professional advice and mentorship. Founded in 2017, the STC operates without political or financial agendas, supported by founding members including Barclays, Buckinghamshire Council, EMW Law, Grant Thornton, Hexagon, Silverstone Park, and West Northamptonshire Council.
Collaboration among like-minded companies remains central to its mission, aimed at maximising member potential and contributing to the regional economy’s growth and prosperity.
Silverstone Park Innovation Centre
Silverstone Park, Silverstone Circuit
Towcester, Northamptonshire,
NN12 8GX
STC puts collaboration at the heart of its mission, and its network can act as an extension of the PP Plus ecosystem, facilitating a multiplier effect that unites entire communities.
Business Partner
Services
Promotion
STC offer services such as 1-2-1 matchmaking, an online directory, forums, bulletins, webinars, and events to boost member business profiles locally and globally.
Internationally, the STC has welcomed delegations from China, India, and France, with interest from Italy, Singapore, Malaysia, and South Korea.
Collaborations with entities like Heathrow Airport, US DEVCOM, and BAE Systems are examples of how the STC has enhanced networking opportunities beyond your typical support network.
Support
The STC’s support agenda prioritises business expansion, aiming to assist companies in pinpointing their next strategic steps and providing continuous advice and guidance throughout the journey.
Alongside its schedule of events and webinars, the following examples are business growth initiatives spearheaded by the STC
Business Agility & Transformation (BAT)
BAT supports sustainable, equitable, and modern business management through education and inspiration.
Amazon Web Services Innovation Series
In 2020, STC partnered with AWS for a successful pilot program, offering workshops for product development, now expanded with a set of three innovation-focused events and kick-starter programme.
British Business Bank’s Access to Finance
British Business Bank’s Access to Finance series, launched in 2022, navigated funding complexities for businesses through expert insights and panel discussions.
UK Space Agency Technology Programme
UK Space Agency and Open University introduces UK Space Sector opportunities for engineering companies and SMEs, emphasising collaboration as a catalyst for growth.
Be the business Advisory & Mentoring
The Be the Business SME Advisory Boards programme offers companies within the cluster an unrivalled opportunity to access expertise and insight from successful business leaders. Specialist support in mentoring is also available for company leaders and employees for free.
Business Agility & Transformation
Innovation Programmes
Technology Support Programmes
SME Advisory Boards
Access to Finance
Business Mentoring
Special Interest Groups & Thought Leadership
The STC’s Special Interest Groups drive development and peer discussions. Focusing on specific topics yields success in technology applications and business strategies, led by experienced members of the STC; all dedicated to fostering innovation.
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Pim van Baarsen
CEO
Joanne Clement
Membership Manager
