It’s a privilege to highlight the real value of occupational therapy within a business and innovation audience. OT has so much to offer—creatively, socially, and economically—and I’m proud to champion that message as part of Converge
We’re excited to share that our Founder & Lead Occupational Therapist, Callum MacKinnon, has been featured in the new Converge Challenge 2026 video and photo campaign—now live across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
In the promotional video, Callum reflects on his early journey of setting up BounceOT while in his final year at Glasgow Caledonian University, and his experience taking part in the Converge Challenge back in 2017.
At the time, BounceOT was just an idea rooted in his personal experience as a carer and his belief that inclusive, meaningful play should be accessible to all. Through Converge, that idea grew wings.
Callum went on to be named Runner-Up in the Social Enterprise category, receiving seed funding and specialist support that helped BounceOT grow into the award‑winning social enterprise it is today.
2017 winners
Now, almost a decade later, he returns as part of the Converge alumni community, helping launch the 2026 campaign and encouraging new innovators from across Scotland’s universities to apply.
About Converge
Converge is Scotland’s national programme for university‑led innovation—supporting students, graduates and academic staff to transform their ideas into sustainable businesses. Their flagship Converge Challenge is designed for high‑potential, scalable ventures with strong intellectual property foundations.
Successful applicants receive:
- On‑demand online training (from 8 May)
- A regional in‑person training day (w/c 25 May)
- Intensive business and pitching workshops in Edinburgh (w/c 1 June)
- Expert feedback and support to prepare a business plan, financial forecast, and 1‑minute pitch
- Finalist training (9 September) and the opportunity to pitch live to investors (17–18 September)
- A chance to win funding at the Awards Ceremony on 1 October 2026
If you’re a staff member, student, or recent graduate from a Scottish university with an idea that could make a real difference, applications are open until 2 April 2026 (12 noon).
Apply now: www.convergechallenge.com
Watch the video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17TtpsLHtc/
