1. Andy Taylor Innovation and Technology Adviser Enterprise Europe Network in Yorkshire Finding New Opportunities with the Enterprise Europe Network

2. A European Commission funded network supporting SME business growth The largest B2B network of its kind in the world Over 50 countries in the network and not just Europe! Staffed by over 4,000 experienced professionals Majority of services are fee-free In Yorkshire we are a consortium of 4 partners with Offices in Leeds and Bradford What is the Enterprise Europe Network?

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14. Contact details Business Information Service, Commercial Opportunities and General Enquiries Tel: 0800 052 8156 EU Funding Service and Technology Opportunities Tel: 0845 630 8003 andy.taylor@rtcnorth.co.uk www.ee-yorkshire.comwww.ee-yorkshire.com info@ee-yorkshire.cominfo@ee-yorkshire.com