17 October 2026
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Billion-Dollar Tech Founder to Speak at Island Event

A technology entrepreneur whose company was sold in a reported $1 billion deal is set to speak in the Isle of Man next month as part of a business and innovation event in Douglas.

Mark Sutcliffe, co-founder of US manufacturing software firm Redzone, will headline TEKEX Isle of Man on November 4 with a keynote address titled The Billion Dollar Exit, sharing insights from building and selling the business.

The event will also feature technology companies working in education, health innovation and road safety, each presenting proposals developed specifically for the Isle of Man.

Local investors, business leaders and government representatives will be invited to explore potential opportunities for collaboration on the island.

Among the speakers are Jason Bissell, Chair of UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man, health technology company iO-CO, education technology firm PupilPower and road safety business LUSYi.

TEKEX founder Ed Prow said the event aims to build on relationships established at previous gatherings and help international businesses explore opportunities in the Isle of Man.

The event takes place at Santander Work Café in Douglas on November 4, with proceeds from ticket sales being donated to Craig’s Heartstrong Foundation.

Charlie Morrey is a Broadcast & Multi Media Journalist for Manx.News and also is a Presenter on Energy FM. Charlie has previously written for Isle of Man Newspapers, magazines and also started her broadcasting career with Manx Radio.

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