HOVIP - Heads of the Valley Innovation Programme

Heads of the Valley Innovation Programme

A Unique Opportunity to Become More Profitable

Testimonials

"Superb – far above expectations. Really enjoyable and informal. To have other people helping you to develop your business was excellent. It has given me direction and focus. I can't recommend it enough."

PJ Cavalli, Owner, PJ Cavalli Training

Innovation Strategy & Action Plan

Delivered by business people for business people:

  • Open to any organisation based in the Valleys (Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf or Torfaen)
  • In any business sector, any industry, including social enterprises
  • Tailored organisation-wide innovation survey

Here's how YOU can benefit:

  • Obtain an Innovation Strategy and 12 month action plan
  • Support to jointly deliver agreed recommendations
  • Find out how to better engage or empower staff
  • Improve your organisation’s ability to generate and action ideas
  • Create, enhance and manage a culture of innovation

What to do next:

This service is temporarily unavailable, however, contact HOVIP 01685 725 469 to discuss your interest.

  • BT
  • HSBC Bank plc
  • NGB
  • NESTA
  • Wales Quality Centre

Heads of the Valleys Innovation Programme (HOVIP) aims to increase the capacity for innovation in businesses in the region. Phase 1 was KEF ESF Funded and hosted by Merthyr Tydfil College. HOVIP2 is supported by the Welsh Assembly Government HoV Regeneration initiative and is hosted by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council.