Richard Alvin sits down with Gareth Scargill from University of Leedsâ, Nexus and we thank episode sponsor M&S Corporate Gifts, for more information Visit â marksandspencerforbusiness.comâ Now innovation hubs are stepping in to help startups overcome their challenges. One of these pioneering resources is University of Leedsâ, Nexus. Here, expert academics advise the surrounding regionâs young, innovative businesses - including on best routes to funding and how to scale up rapidly. Members can also take advantage of state-of-the-art labs and office spaces, which further enhance their chances of success. Crucially, Nexus also helps overseas startups bring their offer to Yorkshire and UK markets and promote them there, fostering and maintaining vibrant international trading relationships.Â