Oxford Innovation Society

Bringing academic founders together with industry

The Oxford Innovation Society (OIS) is a leading forum for collaboration, bringing together researchers and inventors, Oxford spinouts, technology transfer professionals, OUI colleagues, local and national companies, venture capital groups and some of the world’s most innovative minds.

Read more about the evolution of the OIS in our Manifesto

Membership benefits

NEW* Invitations to a new events programme (previously three OIS dinners per year).
NEW* Co-create OIS events including influencing themes and topics, venue selection and speakers.
NEW* Pitch to OUI staff in a 1-hour workshop including Licensing, Investment and Consulting Services teams.
RENEWED* Reach over 2,000 subscribers by contributing to our quarterly newsletter, Catalyst.
Two tickets to OIS Gala Dinner.
Two tickets to the Annual Networking Event.
A key contact at OUI for enquiries and support with Oxford University.

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Membership options

There are three types of membership available:

Membership Type	Member benefits	Annual Membership Fee
SMEs (annual income of <£5m)	See ‘membership benefits’ above	£1,500 + VAT
Corporate (annual income between £5m – £25m)	Membership benefits above plus: • Option to purchase one additional ticket to OIS Gala Dinner (£100 subject to availability).	£8,000 + VAT
Large Corporate (annual income >£25m)	Core membership benefits plus: • Option to purchase two additional tickets to OIS Gala Dinners (£100 per ticket, subject to availability).	£10,500 + VAT

Full OIS Membership and Sponsorship 2025 package

Sponsorship opportunities

Maximise your impact by sponsoring an event. Influence conversations, highlight your expertise and raise brand awareness. Membership and Sponsorship Pack.

Apply to join

We welcome applications to join from organisations who can contribute to the Oxford Innovation Society. Membership is limited to ensure optimum size and balance.