It also offers help in identifying suitable sources of finance such as business angels, venture capital funds and banks. A multinational team of innovation, technology and financing specialists is available to help researchers and entrepreneurs who need advice on sources of information for innovation finance. These innovators can also learn how to take the best advantage of the LIFT services and tools to assist them in securing financial backing. This service is completely confidential and is available, without charge, in English. LIFT also offers a detailed information pack which is currently proving extremely popular to both innovators and investors alike.
LIFT also organises several seminars and training courses.
Future objectives include developing an even closer relationship with the Innovation Relay Centres, based on mutual interest and co-operation. Here, the long-term aim is to build a network of local LIFT support and advisory services for SMEs.