Awards

The John Logie Baird Awards for innovation are designed to recognise and celebrate innovation by encouraging the commercial exploitation of Scotland’s intellectual capital.

The opportunity to compete for these national awards is unique. It offers a comprehensive and integrated package of support to all applicants at every stage of the selection process, rather than simply rewarding the winners.

Awards packages valued at approximately £20,000 are presented annually consisting of a cash prize as well as a bespoke innovation development package. They will be presented at a prestigious Gala Awards Dinner in December 2008.

The winners award package includes:

A coveted John Logie Baird Awards Trophy
£1,000 cash prize
An invaluable media training day
A comprehensive PR support package
An individually tailored aftercare programme
An IP protection support package
A strategy workshops
Attendance at the prestigious Gala Awards Dinner
Coaching support for judging panel presentation

Finalists will also have the opportunity to exhibit and showcase their innovations at a high profile venue open to the business community, providing an excellent opportunity for further promotion and networking.

Entry is free and is open to individual innovators, young companies, established companies, public sector, third sector and academic, medical and scientific commercialisations. The Awards will be presented in six categories, find out which one is right for you below: