About this Event
Dorset Business Angels Network Limited provide quality, private equity investment opportunities to local self-certified High Net Worth and Sophisticated Investors.
We help early-stage businesses, especially in southern England (our local area), to find equity capital. We do this by bringing our investors and entrepreneurs together to accelerate the growth of early-stage businesses.
Join us for networking from 17.00 in The Orangery at The Carlton Hotel, enjoy refreshments whilst meeting and catching up with fellow investors, DBA sponsors and the DBA team.
Meet the Founders- Investors will be able to meet the entrepreneurs and view their products or services before the pitch presentations at the networking session.
Presentations will follow in The Causerie Suite at 18.00 with an introduction from our Chairman, Don McQueen and MD Peter Eales. There will also be a sponsor presentation from The FSE Group.
Five carefully selected companies seeking investment will then make a 10-minute pitch each, after which there is time for Q&A. Then, expressions of interest from Angel Investors are registered for further action.
Once the pitch presentations are finished, those staying for dinner will enjoy a hot 2-course buffet-style meal with wine and a chance to start new conversations and continue those started earlier in the evening. There will be no table seating plan.
All dietary requirements can be catered for, please let us know what we need to be aware of in the booking form.
Five Pitches confirmed are:
Pitch 1: A Platform Helping Businesses Make Better Decisions on Major Projects
This enterprise transformation platform helps large organisations manage complex business change by bringing together project progress, costs and risks.
The software helps leaders track performance and make informed decisions, with AI capabilities being developed to identify problems earlier, recommend actions and simplify reporting.
With five contracted customers across multiple industries, the business has generated £1.3M in cumulative revenue and over £230K in annualised recurring revenue.
The company is seeking £705K to complete its £1M seed round, supporting AI development, sales growth and customer onboarding.
Pitch 2: Turning Difficult Waste into Energy
Turning hard-to-recycle waste, including tyres and low-grade biomass, into useful heat and power.
This compact, portable technology is being developed to help industrial sites manage difficult waste while generating energy locally.
Having reached Technology Readiness Level 5, the business is progressing towards further prototype development, testing and commercial readiness.
The founder is seeking £358K to advance the technology towards commercialisation.
Pitch 3: Making Uniform Reuse Easier
Helping schools and employers cut uniform costs and waste through smarter reuse technology. The platform provides online preloved uniform shops, stock management and reporting tools, making it easier to reuse clothing rather than replace it.
With 160 school stores live, 118 contracted subscriptions and a £62K council-funded programme secured, the business is also expanding into corporate uniform management.
The company is seeking £600K to support technology development and commercial growth.
Pitch 4: Simplifying Wills and Legacy Planning
Making Will writing and legacy planning simpler, more secure and accessible through digital technology.
With less than half of UK adults having a Will, this platform removes traditional barriers through AI-assisted drafting, secure storage and verification technology.
Already generating revenue, with 18 organisational contracts secured across charities and employee benefit providers. The experienced founders are now expanding into the legal sector.
The business is raising £1M to accelerate commercial growth and further develop the platform.
Pitch 5: Reducing Costly Factory Downtime
Helping manufacturers reduce equipment failures by making existing engineering knowledge easier to access and use.
This AI-powered software connects maintenance records, manuals and engineering expertise, helping teams fix faults faster and prevent repeat breakdowns without replacing existing systems.
Already generating revenue, with customers including Domino’s Pizza and Uniper. The platform has identified £1.1M in potential reliability improvements for one manufacturer.
Management is raising £100K to convert its growing pipeline into recurring revenue.
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This event is suitable for:
- Angel Investors
- Those considering becoming an Angel Investor and can Self-Certify HNW/SI Status
- DBA Members
- Invited guests/sponsors of Dorset Business Angels
This event is not suitable for:
- New business networking
- Finding new clients
- Information only purposes
- Entrepreneurs considering a future pitch to investors*
*This event is for Investors, it is only fair to presenting companies to ensure all attendees are genuine or potential investors, unless specifically invited by Dorset Business Angels.
Professionals who want to personally invest or, who have a portfolio of clients to whom Angel investing may be of interest are very welcome to attend. If you have a specific requirement to attend or if you are unsure whether this event is right for you, please email [email protected] and we will be pleased to assist.
Please get in touch if you are uncertain whether this event is right for you. If you are not an existing Angel Investor, DBA Member, Guest or HNW/SI self-certified individual, please do not purchase a ticket to avoid cancellation.
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Non-Member Investor Self-Certification is Required for the Event
Under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (as amended 2005) investors must "self-certify" by meeting simple criteria as "High Net Worth" or "Sophisticated" Investors.
Therefore, any investor should read and sign the documentation via our on our website, either a High Net Worth Investor Certificate or a Sophisticated Investor Certificate, as is appropriate.
Members of Dorset Business Angels will have already submitted this information and need not do it again.
Invited Guests, who are neither members nor investors are welcome to attend for information-only purposes and must understand that they can only invest in a non-regulated investment on becoming a paid-up member of Dorset Business Angels.
Pitchers - We also wish to point out that companies or individuals seeking investment through the Dorset Business Angels must ensure that the information presented to potential investors is neither inaccurate nor misleading. They are, accordingly, similarly advised to seek guidance from someone authorised under the Act.
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DISCLAIMER
Any information provided on the website or other communication is for information purposes only. The website and other communications and their content are not, and should not be deemed to be an offer of, or invitation to engage in any investment activity. The website and other communications should not be construed as advice, or a personal recommendation by Dorset Business Angels Network Limited. Dorset Business Angels Network Limited is not authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The content of this promotion is not authorised under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA). Reliance on the promotion for the purpose of engaging in any investment activity may expose an individual to a significant risk of losing all of the investment. UK residents wishing to participate in this promotion must fall into the category of sophisticated investors or high-net-worth individuals as outlined by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
If you have any issues booking your ticket. Email our Events Manager: Paul Smart, [email protected]
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:55 PM
Networking, Drinks Reception and Meet the Founder
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:20 PM
Welcome by Don McQueen and Peter Eales
🕑: 06:20 PM - 06:30 PM
FSE Group Sponsor Presentation
🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:35 PM
Pitch Presentations
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:45 PM
Buffet Style Dinner is served (for those who booked the dinner ticket)
Event venue & nearby stays
The Bournemouth Carlton Hotel, Grove Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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