John Danvers

John Danvers is the European Innovation Director at Ixion Holdings Limited, based in Melton Mowbray, England. He has 35 years of experience in innovation and new technology development, with over 20 years dedicated to major UK and European grant funding initiatives. Danvers is recognized as one of Europe's most experienced and successful grant funding specialists, having secured over €60 million for his clients and evaluated nearly 1,000 proposals.

In his role at Ixion Holdings Limited, which he has held since June 2010, Danvers leads Ixion Innovation, a not-for-profit organization that is part of Shaw Trust, a major UK charity. His team specializes in securing significant innovation funding for ambitious organizations across Europe. They are particularly known for their success in obtaining non-repayable grant funding, which is highly beneficial for businesses as it does not dilute equity and adds credibility.

Danvers' expertise includes various programs such as Horizon Europe, Innovate UK, SBRI, Eureka Eurostars, and others. His work involves helping companies develop innovative products and processes by understanding market needs and competitive landscapes. Additionally, he assists in creating collaborative partnerships and value chains necessary for bringing solutions to market.1