Taylor Wessing is the platinum sponsor of the Cambridge University Technology Enterprise Club (CUTEC) Technology Ventures Conference 2006

Taylor Wessing is the platinum sponsor of the Cambridge University Technology Enterprise Club (CUTEC) Technology Ventures Conference on 13 June 2006.

This year's conference theme will address the mechanisms through which entrepreneurs and investors return real value from innovation.

Successful technological innovation is rapidly gaining prominence as a key focus for universities, start-ups, established firms and governments. The path to capturing value from innovation though is rarely straightforward. Is innovation a vague conceptual symbol, or is it a clearly defined process? Can it be designed, optimized and managed? If so, how?

The keynote speakers and a panel of leading industry members will discuss the challenges that stand in the way of commercialising technology now, and in the future. Drawing from their deep international experience and expertise, they will discuss the keys to success from multiple perspectives.

Corporate partner Simon Walker, who will moderate the panel session discussion commented, "We are delighted to have been a sponsor to this event since it began.  The event provides today's budding entrepreneurs with the valuable opportunity of being able to learn from today's established entrepreneurs."

Notes to editors

If you would like to attend the conference or require further information please contact Taylor Wessing's Media Relations on 020 7300 4930/ 4925  or email s.lee@taylorwessing.com. 

Taylor Wessing is a leading law firm providing legal support for commercial organisations doing business in Europe. Based in Belgium, France, Germany and the UK, Taylor Wessing provides the full range of legal services to major corporations and growing enterprises. Taylor Wessing boasts a strong reputation in the corporate, finance and real estate sectors alongside in-depth experience across the full range of legal services including intellectual property and technology, tax, litigation & dispute resolution, employment & pensions and private client.   www.taylorwessing.com

The mission of Cambridge University Technology and Enterprise Club (CUTEC) is to enhance the entrepreneurial spirit amongst academics and students. CUTEC facilitates interaction between industry experts and students, thereby providing students with exposure to the wider business and fundraising communities. Investors and the industries that support them in turn gain access to the vibrant research and entrepreneurial communities at the University of Cambridge.