Welcome to our partner page
TechSPARK serves the West of England tech and digital cluster helping accelerate growth by connecting businesses and the people that work within it. We create the latest news, events, knowledge and opportunities through the UK’s most engaged tech network. As a not-for-profit our partners are our lifeline, it is with their support that we can deliver our mission of strengthening the digital and tech cluster. Our community partnerships are designed to help businesses grow their profile, plus attract engaged and enthusiastic candidates by putting them at the forefront of everything we do.
Community Partners are seen as active and valuable contributing members of the ecosystem, helping businesses engage with like-minded businesses and individuals in the region.

TechSPARK Partner
Zubr
Zubr is a virtual and augmented reality studio in Bristol, bringing creative ideas to life with accessible cutting-edge technology.
They take pride in building bespoke, cutting-edge experiences that raise audience engagement to the next level – whether it’s in a museum, at a trade show or for internal business use.
TechSPARK Partner
Hargreaves Lansdown
Hargreaves Lansdown are the UK’s number one platform for private investors. For over 40 years, they have helped clients save time, tax and money on their investments.
They are trusted with more than £120 billion by over 1.7 million clients. A FTSE 100 company, headquartered in Bristol, and employing over 2,000 people

TechSPARK Partner
Storm
Storm is here to see your digital business idea or project through from initial brainstorm to launch (and beyond!). We’re your technology partner, your sounding board and your business confidant. We’re fully invested. We build partnerships and enjoy nothing more than celebrating your success.


TechSPARK Partner
SN Systems
At SN Systems, we create development tools for PlayStation® platforms including PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®VR. From debuggers and performance analyzers to compilers and target communication servers, our products are designed to make PlayStation® developer’s work easier and more efficient.
As a team under Sony Interactive Entertainment’s hardware engineering and operation working on research and development, we have a deep understanding of game developers’ needs, and use our expertise to create a range of advanced development tools.
TechSPARK Partner
SETsquared
SETsquared is a unique enterprise partnership and a dynamic collaboration between the six leading research-led UK universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Southampton and Surrey. Ranked as the Global No. 1 Business Incubator, we provide a wide range of highly acclaimed support programmes to help turn ideas into thriving businesses.


TechSPARK Partner
Rocketmakers
At Rocketmakers we are a team of passionate experts who design, develop and deploy software for startups and large organisations using the very latest technology.
We work with high-growth-potential software startups, scale-ups and corporate innovators such as the BBC, Microsoft, Bank of America and Zendesk.
TechSPARK Partner
Natwest
NatWest Group is a relationship bank for a digital world. We champion potential; breaking down barriers and building financial confidence so the 19 million people, families and businesses we serve in communities throughout the UK and Ireland can rebuild and thrive. If our customers succeed, so will we.


TechSPARK Partner
iO Associates
Our dedicated team of highly experienced and knowledgeable consultants provide bespoke solutions, working with businesses to find the perfect fit across contract, interim, search, and permanent appointments. We offer end-to-end support, from Statements of Work and IR35 determination processes to full MSP and RPO models.
In today’s fast-changing business environment, companies need a recruitment partner who understands. At iO, we host iO Meetups and conferences in the tech and digital sector, working closely with our clients to stay ahead of the curve and connect with top candidates.
As part of PRG, we’ve achieved impressive growth and success, listed in Fast Track 100 and recognised at the Bristol Life and Business Leader Awards 2022. We’re in WIRED Consulting’s Top 15 Trail Blazers in the South West, known for our exceptional recruitment approach. We promote equality and inclusion, and tackle workplace inequality for black talent through ENEI and Programme One.
TechSPARK Partner
Engine Shed
Engine Shed is Bristol’s leading enterprise hub. We support innovative companies to start, grow and make an impact by providing workspace and events to connect people, and by supporting and running projects to drive inclusive and sustainable development activity for the region. We’re home to companies including TechSPARK, HdE Agency, Neighbourly and the SETsquared Bristol tech incubator.


TechSPARK Partner
ashfords
Refreshingly straightforward and open in our approach, we invest in our relationships and will care as much as you do about the outcome, whether that’s delivering your commercial objectives, protecting family assets, making investments or solving disputes.
You’ll find us responsive and accessible; a valued partner – helping to overcome challenges, spot opportunities and drive matters forward to get the right result today and for the future.
With five UK offices and, through our international network, able to draw on legal expertise in over 70 countries worldwide – we’re lawyers you can count on to deliver.
TechSPARK Partner
Bath and North East Somerset Council
Making Bath and North East Somerset an even better place to live, work and visit.
The Council actively supports local businesses and job growth across Bath and North East Somerset. You can find a raft of support to help make your business a success. Whatever the stage or size of your business, you can talk to the Business and Skills team to find out the current support available, from fantastic sector-based networks to free and subsidised business advice sessions.


TechSPARK Partner
ADLIB
ADLIB are a Technology, Data, Marketing and Creative Recruitment Agency with a mission and impact that goes far beyond recruitment. We connect ambitious organisations with equally ambitious talent. We immerse ourselves in the worlds we operate in. A trusted partner, supporting growth and success at pace since 2001.
Our highly respected and experienced team is regularly called on to share their unrivalled knowledge and bring the finest talent together with ambitious start-ups, thriving SMEs, agencies of all shapes and sizes, challenger brands and global organisations.
TechSPARK Partner
UK Tech Cluster Group
The UK Tech Cluster Group (UKTCG) is a group of organisations that work with and have a deep insight into geographical clusters of technology and digital businesses across the UK. Our vision is to see thriving tech ecosystems everywhere in the UK. We meet regularly to share knowledge affecting regional technology clusters, enable best practices and connect at both a regional and national level.
TechSPARK Partner
AND Digital
AND Digital accelerates the development of world-class digital capabilities, and we power the product development of ambitious companies – from British Airways and Conde Nast, to The Telegraph, Gousto and more.
We all know technology is reshaping how we live, and how every organisation on earth operates. And yet, very few businesses today can deliver the software products at the pace and quality needed to meet their requirements. That’s because the right product is only one part of the equation. Organisations also need the right people – with the right skills, set up in the right environment – in order to thrive over the long term.
To find out more about the TechSPARK partners and opportunities, please contact ashley@techspark.co