LIF Global 2026: London Technology and Innovation Ecosystem

Where Global Founders Connect, Collaborate and Scale
🚀 LIF Global 2026: London Technology and Innovation Ecosystem will take place on 30 June 2026 at Scale Space, Imperial College London, in partnership with Digipac Consultancy, Oxentia and the Royal Academy of Engineering.
Delivered as part of the Leaders in Innovation Fellowships (LIF) Global Programme, the event will bring together global founders, investors, academics and ecosystem leaders to explore the UK innovation landscape and create meaningful connections across the technology and innovation ecosystem.
The programme will focus on key themes including venture building, commercialisation, international growth and market access. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from leading voices across the UK innovation ecosystem, take part in sector-focused conversations and connect with founders, experts and organisations supporting global innovation.
📅 Date: 30 June 2026
⏰ Time: 14:30 – 19:30
📍 Location: Scale Space, Imperial College London

🗓️ Agenda Highlights
14:30 – 16:00 | Panel Discussion
16:00 – 17:00 | Industry Corners
17:00 – 19:30 | Networking Reception with snacks and drinks 🍽️
🎙️ Featured Speakers
Sandra Go, CEO & Co-founder, Emissiv
Oscar Ces, Hofmann Chair of Chemistry, Imperial College London
Kaan Akın, Managing Partner, Tenity
Dr Melis Eda Ekinci, Founder & CEO, Woost
Through expert-led discussions, Industry Corners and curated networking opportunities, the event is designed to connect global innovators with the UK technology and innovation ecosystem, supporting knowledge exchange, collaboration and international growth.
Who is this for?
This event is designed for LIF Global Fellows, tech founders across MedTech and Drug Discovery, Food Tech and Agriculture, Environmental Solutions and Manufacturing, and Digital and Monitoring Solutions, innovation leaders, and key stakeholders within the UK ecosystem including investors, accelerators and industry experts who are passionate about supporting globally scalable, impact-driven ventures.