Arise is an Innovation Hub for businesses specialising in the Health, Performance and Wellbeing sectors, and is part of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). With Hubs strategically located in Chelmsford and Harlow, members can enjoy tailored business support, including access to grant funding, networking opportunities and serviced office facilities.

Arise is a partnership between ARU and Essex County Council with support from Chelmsford City Council and Harlow Council. This partnership aims to promote business growth in Essex.

How our Patron supports the medtech and life sciences sector

Arise is supported by the expertise and resources of ARU, providing skills, talent, innovation and business support, such as Live Briefs, Interns and Knowledge exchange.

Arise are able to host a range of events, including tailored one-to-one business advice, networking events, and workshops aimed at providing businesses growth within Essex.

Their impact

Through their ABOVE programme, (Arise Beyond Open Innovation for Value and Entrepreneurship) they partnered with Essex County Council and Medilink Midlands to provide funding for small businesses in Essex.

They have impacted the region by providing the following:

funding
£ 30 K
local jobs supported
20
collaborative research & innovation funds supported
£ 540 K