Background
Lagan’s Foundation, a healthcare-focused organisation, embarked on a journey to explore new opportunities for growth and innovation. Through strategic partnerships and support programmes, the organization leveraged resources to develop a new initiative and bring it closer to commercialisation.
Key Milestones
- NatWest Accelerator Recommendation
The organization was recommended to join the Help to Grow: Management Course programme via NatWest Accelerator. - Exploring Spin-Off Opportunities
During the Help to Grow programme, the team began exploring a potential spin-off initiative to expand their impact. - International Growth Focus
In Module 1 of Help to Grow , international growth was highlighted as a key area. This became a priority when the Operations Manager transitioned to an international role. Instead of saying goodbye, the role adapted, and now the Operations Manager is actively exploring new global opportunities.
Creative Tech Labs
The organization introduced its new initiative through Creative Tech Labs, identifying opportunities to advance and refine the concept.
Media City Immersive Technologies Innovation Hub (MITIH)
With funding from the MediaCity Immersive Technologies Innovation Hub , the team accessed tech-assisted processes to build a proof-of-concept model.
Partnerships & Funding
In collaboration with Think Lab and with support from the NatWest Accelerator, an operational prototype is now being developed to enable product commercialization.
Connections & Expansion
- Leveraged alumni networks from CSI programmes to strengthen the support ecosystem.
- By November 2025, joined a trade mission to Ireland, opening doors for further international opportunities.
Impact
This journey demonstrates how structured programmes, collaborative networks, and targeted funding can accelerate innovation.
By engaging with initiatives like Help to Grow: Management, Creative Tech Labs, and Media City Immersive Technologies Innovation Hub, the organisation transformed an idea into a tangible product with commercialisation potential.