High-potential technology companies across Yorkshire are being invited to apply for Top Tech Yorkshire 2026, a programme designed to accelerate growth and innovation in the region’s rapidly expanding tech sector.
Developed by national law firm Mills & Reeve, the initiative connects tech businesses with a curated network of mentors, including investors, industry peers, accelerators and specialist service providers.
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For 2026, the scheme has been enhanced with an intensive six-month package of profile-raising activities, strategic networking opportunities and tailored mentorship, aimed at driving both individual business success and wider regional growth.
The programme launched during Leeds Digital Festival with a panel event featuring Yorkshire tech leaders discussing support needs for businesses at different stages. Panellists included Sarah Tulip, award-winning tech entrepreneur and Digital City Ambassador for Leeds; Jason Crispin, CEO and founder of AUDITSU; and Hawa Kandeh, founder and CEO of Leeds edtech firm Globally Linked.
Globally Linked successfully expanded its AiTechTouch product – combining AI-powered digital learning with real-world STEM exploration – into international markets following Hawa’s participation in last year’s cohort.
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Hawa said: “Building a scalable edtech company presents complex challenges, from legal structures and IP protection to investor readiness. Top Tech Yorkshire provided the expertise and confidence to navigate these challenges early on. With solid foundations in place, we’re progressing from concept to pilots across the UK and Spain, ready to deliver innovative AI-powered learning worldwide.”
Applications for the 2026 programme are now open via a short entry form, which will be reviewed by the mentor panel. Membership is free and available to Yorkshire-based businesses of all sizes and stages, with organisers urging applicants to provide as much detail as possible to maximise selection prospects.
Alex Newman, intellectual property partner at Mills & Reeve, said: *”Yorkshire’s tech sector is outpacing national growth averages, supported by a community rich in innovation and ambition. Top Tech Yorkshire provides the platform, opportunities and encouragement for members to forge essential connections and reach key stakeholders.
“Previous participants have achieved remarkable growth, prompting us to evolve the programme to support even more businesses in realising their full potential. We’re looking forward to receiving many exceptional applications and expect that selecting final programme members will be highly competitive.”*
The deadline for entries is Friday 7 November 2025. Applications can be submitted at: https://www.toptechyorkshire.com/join.
