Omagh businesses looking to grow, innovate and access funding support have an opportunity to connect with some of the key players driving innovation across Northern Ireland.
On 20 May 2026, Innovate UK, in partnership with Invest Northern Ireland, will host a one-day event focused on helping businesses use innovation as a driver for growth.
Taking place at The Ebrington Hotel from 9:00AM to 2:00PM, this free event is open to businesses of all sizes and sectors, including those based in the Omagh area.
Why this matters for Omagh businesses
For many local businesses, innovation can feel like something that happens elsewhere. But the reality is that the support, funding and expertise are there and accessible, if you know where to look.
This event brings together business leaders, innovators, funders and support organisations in one place, offering practical insight rather than theory. It is a chance for Omagh businesses to see how innovation can work in real terms, not just as a concept.
What you will gain
Attendees will have the opportunity to
• Learn about local and national programmes designed to support business growth
• Hear directly from companies that have successfully secured Innovate UK funding
• Explore a range of funding options, including support from Innovate UK Business Growth and the British Business Bank
• Understand how private investment, including angel investors and venture capital, can support scaling
Making the right connections
Beyond the presentations, the real value of the event is in the connections.
Businesses will be able to engage with regional partners, including growth hubs, innovation centres and local councils, helping to identify clear, practical next steps for their own business journey.
For Omagh-based businesses, this is an opportunity to step outside the day-to-day, see what support is available, and bring back ideas, contacts and potential funding routes that can make a real difference.
If you are serious about growing your business, improving productivity or exploring new opportunities, this is the kind of event worth showing up to.
Register to attend this Innovate Local: Northern Ireland event.
The event is part of Innovate Local, a series of UK-wide workshops to connect businesses with innovation funding and partners.
