INCUBATOR ZONE

a support programme for first-time exhibitors

Now in its third year, the Incubator Zone supports small and micro businesses in County Durham.

Over the first two years, over 35 exhibitors signed up to a support package that was designed to help them become exhibition-ready. You can see last year’s Incubator Zone in the video below).

To qualify for the Incubator Zone, your business must:

Be located in County Durham
Have limited or no experience of large exhibitions
Be actively looking to grow
Employ around 10 people or less
Be available to attend workshops and 1-to-1 sessions
Meet certain funding criteria (see below)*
Pay a match-funding contribution of £300

The programme is delivered by the Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP) and Buzztastics www.dbopem.co.uk, who will provide a support package that includes help and advice on exhibiting at a large exhibition for the first time. You will also receive basic exhibition materials, designed and printed ready for the show.

*The Incubator Zone is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERFD) and your business must meet certain criteria to qualify for the funding. Approximate programme value £1,200. Approximate funding amount £761.