The first director of the £14 million Lincoln Science and Innovation Park (LSIP) has started in post with a brief to drive forward Lincolnshire’s scientific and industrial legacy.
The LSIP project is led by the University of Lincoln and Lincolnshire Co-op and aims to become a focal point of innovation and investment in science and technology across the region.
The collaboration chose director Tom Bount to lead the project.
He brings experience of business development in high-tech sectors, including management of investment funds business incubation for start-ups and support for the ‘spin-out’ of academic research into commercial enterprises.
The designs for the LSIP Park on Green Lane off Tritton Road. Image: UOL
Tom Bount said: “We lead the world in some of the most important technology sectors of the 21st Century but we must work harder to ensure that the commercialisation and economic benefits of these technologies are rooted here in the UK.
“First and foremost, at the LSIP, we are creating a community where the organic exchange of ideas, skills and funding between businesses and academia will bring mutual benefits.
“It will be at the heart of a network of entrepreneurs, innovators, investors and like-minded businesses stretching across Lincolnshire and beyond. We will help to create highly skilled jobs, retain graduates, generate investment and stimulate the growth of new industries.
“The strong belief in education and self-improvement that characterised those industrial and scientific greats endures through the LSIP’s close links with the University and Lincolnshire Co-op.”
Director Tom Bount joins the project from the University of Warwick Science Park, where he has supported hundreds of technology companies to develop new products and services.
During his time there, he spearheaded scores of successful projects to commercialise breakthrough research and innovative ideas, advising on bids for funding and investment from a range of public and private sources.
Lincoln Science and Innovation Park
LSIP is currently being constructed on an eleven-acre site off Tritton Road in Lincoln with the first buildings set to open in summer 2014.
Joseph Banks Laboratory Feb 2014. Photo: UOL
The park is set to offer world-class laboratories and research facilities with centrepiece building, the Joseph Banks Laboratories.
Joseph Banks Laboratory Feb 2014. Photo: UOL
Joseph Banks Laboratories will house the University of Lincoln’s School of Pharmacy, School of Life Sciences and its new School of Chemistry, which will welcome its first students in 2014.
Chief Executive of Lincolnshire Co-op Ursula Lidbetter said: “The Lincoln Science and Innovation Park is an investment in our region’s future.
“Tom’s appointment will ensure we have the right expertise in place to make the vision of the founding partners a reality.”
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We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a collision caused serious injuries to a 23-year-old man.
Just before 3.30pm yesterday (2 July), we received reports of a collision on Barholm Road in Tallington. It involved a grey BMW 335D estate, a blue BMW 116D and an orange KTM motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old man, sustained serious injuries during the collision and was taken to hospital.
If you witnessed the incident and are yet to get in touch with us, please do so. If you have any other information or dashcam footage available that may have captured the road along the A1175 at the time of the collision, get in touch.
By calling 101 quoting incident 282 of 2 July.
By emailing [email protected] quoting incident 282 of 2 July in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
The 2022 Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Excellence Awards are open for applications, and Destination Lincolnshire giving you the rare chance to co-create your application with Nell Barrington, a tourism awards veteran, who has helped hundreds of businesses write winning applications over the last 15 years – including national VisitEngland winners.
The Tourism Awards Masterclass is taking place on Tuesday 12 July at 11am for one-hour online. Laura Freer, Head of Marketing at Destination Lincolnshire said: “This is a golden opportunity, after years of hard work and heartache, to get your business and team recognised and rewarded.
“A well written application is key to achieving a coveted place on this year’s shortlist, and I’d encourage all tourism and visitor economy businesses who are thinking of entering – whether they are seasoned at writing award applications or not – to join us for this exclusive masterclass.
“Nell Barrington has worked with us and VisitEngland on the founding application processes of these awards, and she is perfectly placed to assist in co-creating applications that you can be proud of. This is a great opportunity for business development too – whether you are shortlisted for an award or not – discovering how to effectively apply for awards and talk up your business adds another string to your bow.
“Booking is essential and places are limited to just 35 – so be quick! This year we’ve made our masterclass available to partners and also to those who we are yet to work with for free. Call it an added bonus, after two years away from the awards circuit.
The awards masterclass is focussed on the application process, and it will spell out what the judges are looking for. You’ll learn how to make your application stand out from the local competition, helping your chances of going through to the national VisitEngland Awards in 2023.”
There are fifteen categories open for nominations from visitors attraction, accommodation providers, hospitality businesses and many more.
The deadline for nominations is July 29, with online judging starting on July 30 and mystery shopping from August 13. Finalists will be announced on Monday, August 15.
The awards ceremony will be held at the Engine Shed on October 21, and will be hosted by Lincs FM presenter, John Marshall.
The event is organised by Stonebow Media, publishers of The Lincolnite, to celebrate the best businesses in Greater Lincolnshire, alongside headline sponsors Lincoln College and Destination Lincolnshire.
We would also like to thank our other sponsors Visit Lincolnshire, Heart of Lincs, Duncan and Toplis and LNER, insight6 and EV Camel.
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