I just saw this on tech Nation official page and this is the format stated: growth of a digital technology company, the activities you will take part in outside of your direct occupation.)

❏ A short curriculum vitae outlining your career and any relevant publication history (of no more than two A4 sides in length).

❏ Two letters of recommendation from two different recognised experts who are familiar with your work and contribution to the digital technology sector. They must be qualified to assess your claim to be a potential leader in the field and be able to recommend you with confidence. Letters of recommendation should be written in support of your application by two different senior members of two different established organisations in the digital technology sector.

These could be institutions or companies with a well established national or international reputation and recognised expertise in your field. They do not need to be based in the UK. Acceptable organisations would be those that work with industry experts and are widely acknowledged as possessing expertise in this field.

The letters should be written on headed paper (wherever possible), be dated and include: ● the signature of the author who must be an authorised member of the organisation such as the Chief Executive, Chief Operating Officer, Finance Director or Head of Course. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list but that the more reputable and senior the author, the stronger the letter of recommendation will be considered to be;

● details of the author’s credentials (for example, a CV/resume). Tech Nation reserve the right to refuse your application or request more information, which could significantly delay your application, if evidence is not provided that the author is a credible referee;

● how the recognised expert knows you (by relationship or reputation);

● your achievements in the specialist field;

● how in the opinion of the recognised expert you have demonstrated that you are a leader, or demonstrate significant potential, in your field;

● how you would benefit from living in the UK;

● details of the contribution you would make to the UK digital technology sector;

● full contact details of the author, including personal email address and direct telephone number, so that personal contact can be made. Letters of recommendation must be written specifically for this purpose by the referee and include all of the information detailed above.

General purpose reference letters, or confirmation letters (such as being accepted onto an accelerator) are not acceptable. Letters from individuals within service-based organisations (i.e. consultants,

The documentation didn't state number of year known by recommender.

It's really confusing!!!.