The Northern Tech Summit will take place in Sheffield on 21–22 October 2026, bringing together founders, investors, policymakers and ecosystem leaders from across the North of England. Known as the 'secret startup capital', Sheffield's tech ecosystem was ranked top Rising Star in the UK in Dealroom's 2026 Global Tech Ecosystem Index.

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The Northern Tech Summit will take place in Sheffield on 21–22 October 2026, bringing together founders, investors, policymakers and ecosystem leaders from across the North of England. Known as the 'secret startup capital', Sheffield's tech ecosystem was ranked top Rising Star in the UK in Dealroom's 2026 Global Tech Ecosystem Index.

​Hosted at the world-famous Crucible Theatre, the summit will explore how regional collaboration can accelerate innovation, investment and growth. This year’s programme will focus on strengthening connections between Northern ecosystems, sharing data-driven insights, and highlighting opportunities for the North to compete on a global stage.

​Over two days, the event will feature lively discussions on key challenges and opportunities facing the Northern tech sector, a startup showcase and networking opportunities, along with sessions shaped by regional priorities and insight. Scroll down to see the confirmed speakers so far.

​Get a two-day pass and a Startup Showcase ticket for the full experience, with one-day tickets also available, plus free fringe events from Sheffield Innovation Spine.