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An interview with Silicon North founder, Geoff Shepherd

Silicon North founder Geoff Shepherd on why events aren't enough, why the Northern technology economy needs a permanent front door, and what happens when discovery, relevance and opportunity no longer rely on chance.

24 Aug 2026

less barriers more connection in the north

The strongest technology ecosystems aren't built on Unicorns. They're built on connections.

5 Aug 2026

Is location a disadvantage for Northern founders

Has Location Stopped Being a Disadvantage for Northern Founders?

Over the past decade, the UK’s technology economy has become more distributed. Video calls have reduced the need for constant travel. Experienced founders are more likely to build multiple companies without relocating.

5 Aug 2026

Yorkshire Tech Sector Grows 23% in 2025

New report shows Yorkshire is one of the fastest growing tech regions in the UK, with significant investment flowing into Leeds, Sheffield, and York.

7 Jul 2026

People love to complain about lists

Most lists are lazy. The same names appear year after year because they're already well known. Visibility becomes confused with importance. Attention becomes confused with achievement. Before long, the ranking stops telling you what's happening and starts telling you who has the best PR firm.

12 Jun 2026

The biggest event of the year isn't an event

We like to talk about the technology ecosystem as though it is a single thing. It's not.