We’re excited to announce the launch of Connected Futures, the new not-for-profit arm of Innovation Cluster. While AgriStart continues as our commercial arm – driving agricultural innovation through initiatives such as HARVEST, AgriSpace, and our wider agri-industry programs – Connected Futures has been established to expand our impact across the region through community-focused, purpose-led initiatives.

Connected Futures is guided by three key pillars of purpose: Growing innovative minds, strengthening resilient communities, and building sustainable futures. Every program and partnership is designed to activate these pillars and deliver long-term benefit across the South West and beyond.

Under Connected Futures, we will deliver programs including Future Founders, CONNECT Sustainable Industries, and a suite of regional innovation initiatives that bring together businesses, educators, and community partners to boost capability, participation and economic resilience.

One of the flagship Connected Futures programs is LEEF (Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Emotional Resilience & Financial Independence) – a transformational pathway for women in the South West.