Awards Showcase 2026

You're invited! 

Taking place on Thursday 14th May 2026, we'll be treated to presentations from the winning businesses.

The third annual Awards Showcase delivered by Emerge. Watch the winning finalists take the stage and present their business pitches!

This event will be an opportunity to celebrate and recognise some of the leading business ideas coming through the University of Sheffield. We are proudly supported by Santander Universities to award the winners with funding to support the onward development of their business.

The event will be a great opportunity for networking, with a range of engaged students and graduates within the Emerge community, partners supporting enterprise activity, as well as a host of regional business leaders, stakeholders and business connectors.

🚪  Arrive 12.30pm onwards
⏲️ Event running time: 1.00pm - 17.00pm (including breaks)
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Dress code: Relaxed business/casual.
Allergies: Refreshments and light bites will be provided in the networking reception. Please inform them if you have any specific food allergies.
Access: There is step-free access at the entrance on Mappin Street, with a lift centrally in the main foyer.