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SME Connect

With over 650 SME members, techUK understands the issues that are most relevant to the UK SME tech sector. If you are an SME, you will find plenty of information here on how techUK can help you with a range of services, programmes and advice.

Empowering UK tech SMEs to scale and succeed

Whether you're growing your business, entering new markets, securing public sector contracts, or boosting sales, SME Connect provides the support, connections, and insights you need. Our hub is your one-stop-shop for overcoming challenges and unlocking new opportunities.

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Find actionable guidance on navigating procurement processes, enhancing sales pipelines, expanding to international markets, and tapping into both public sector contracts and private sector partnerships to fuel your growth.

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Access to Finance

Whether you're looking to attract investment, simplify grant applications, or maximise tax incentives, we'll provide you with the foundations you need to navigate financial challenges and secure the resources to grow.

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🎧 The techUK Podcast 🎧

The Role of SMEs in Developing Regional Digital Economies

A discussion with Ed Bevan and Matt Robinson of techUK, featuring October’s SME Members of the Week. They explore the Local Digital Capital Index and the role of SMEs in regional digital economies. Featuring Edward Cole (Katlas Technology), Daniel Lewis (Awen Collective), and Simon Hall (Coeus Software), the episode highlights the impact of SMEs on local economies and their role in strengthening digital ecosystems.

techUK · The techUK Podcast - The Role of SMEs in Developing Regional Digital Economies

President's Awards 2025 - Nominations Open!

Do you have a trailblazer in your team? Do you work with an innovator or a problem solver? Do you have an inspirational colleague who deserves the spotlight for their work? The President’s Awards are back for 2025 and open for nominations. All techUK members are encouraged to nominate one colleague.

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Upcoming events

Find out more about other related programmes at techUK

Scale-Up Hub

Scaling companies are a key engine of growth for the UK economy. techUK works with our scale-up members to help inform and shape how the Government approaches policy and regulation to unlock barriers to growth and build an economy that continues to lead on business productivity, investment and innovation.

Nations and Regions Hub

techUK champions the tech sector throughout the UK. We work with local authorities, devolved government, and local and national policy makers to advocate for the tech sector in strengthening economic growth and resilience across the nations and regions. We provide opportunities for our members and stakeholders to meet, develop relationships, and collaborate to drive forward projects that build stronger local economies.

What our members say: James Uffindell, Founder and CEO of Bright Network

James Uffindell talks about building the workforce of tomorrow and Bright Network's priorities, including investing in AI to continue to match talent and opportunity, their technology academy training the technologists of the future, and their international expansion. As a UK SME, he discusses the support he receives from techUK, and the things he values the most from membership, including industry access, market insight, and the techUK team!

What our members say

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Ed Bevan

Head of SME Engagement, techUK

Ed is Head of SME Engagement and is responsible for shaping techUK’s proposition to our SMEs across the country, ensuring our policy work, market access activity and services benefit the SME community.

Prior to working at techUK, Ed worked in the at the Department for International Trade, engaging with a variety of businesses, particularly SMEs, to understand the benefits of Free Trade Agreements and act as case studies in press and social media. Ed has also worked in policy and public affairs within the voluntary sector, namely the Alzheimer’s Society and the Men’s Health Forum.

Ed holds a MA in International Relations from Leiden University, and in his spare time enjoys spending time with his son, travelling, and visiting historical sites.

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Stephanie Barr

Programme Manager, SME Engagement and Nations & Regions, techUK

Stephanie is the Programme Manager for SME Engagement and Nations & Regions at techUK.

Working across the two programmes, Stephanie develops activities to support the growth and development of tech SMEs and engages with members and stakeholders more broadly to help strengthen regional tech economies.

Prior to joining techUK, Stephanie worked for a political events company and as a Senior Caseworker for an MP. She holds an MA (HONS) in Politics from the University of Glasgow.

Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys travelling, climbing and playing squash.

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