Need help with your application?

If you’re thinking of applying for our limited-edition Hydrogen and Performing Arts Challenges but aren’t sure where to start, we’ve got everything you need to take those first steps.

We offer a wide range of resources, events and support to guide you through the application process and to help you craft a standout submission. Our team can provide you with one-to-one advice and practical hints and tips to increase the success of your application.

Dr Lissa Herron
Sam Trett
Sheik Malik
Maisie Keogh
Richard Cormack-Corrigan

Talk to our Enterprise team

Our expert team is on-hand to help you navigate the application process.

Contact them to talk about your innovation or application

Lissa leads the Enterprise Team at Converge and is the main point of contact for Converge applicants in the East of Scotland, including Edinburgh, St Andrews and Stirling.

Book time with Lissa or contact by email

Sam joined Converge as Enterprise Manager in 2025 to support enterprise teams and students across the central belt of Scotland.

He has extensive experience supporting start-ups from concept to commercialisation

Book time with Sam or contact by email

Malik looks after applicants from the Glasgow area, including the University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian University and Glasgow School of Art.

Maisie works across both Converge and The Challenges Group, supporting socially driven, mission-led businesses that are creating impact across diverse sectors. Her work focuses on identifying and nurturing early-stage ventures with strong potential for innovation and societal benefit.

Book time with Maisie or contact by email

Richard looks after Converge applicants based on the North East of Scotland and the Highlands and Islands, including Dundee, Aberdeen and all the institutions forming part of UHI.

Book time with Richard or contact by email

Business Workshops

Last semester our Enterprise team ran an online workshop series covering the essentials of starting a business including IP and routes to market; start-up funding and understanding customers with each hour long session tailored specifically for university founders with innovative business propositions.

All are now available to watch on-demand.

We will also be hosting Application and Information Sessions specifically for applicants to our limited-edition Hydrogen and Performing & Production Arts Challenges.

View our workshops