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Connecting Startups to Leading Experts in Venture InvestingAbout this Event
Over the last 2 years, MeetFounders has hosted over 50 events with 7500+ startups and 500 VC's --Hundreds of startups have pitched and received millions in funding!
Now, we are bringing our events to the next level, with a 300+ attendee, all day (in-person) conference for those interested in getting funded, networking, and scaling your startup. You don't want to miss this!
We have partnered with Bayes Business School and leading venture capitalists to bring your startup to the next level. Can't wait to see you there.
Why is it at "the beach" in London?
Surprise! Its not actually at the beach :-) This is a beach themed event, becuase we feel the startup and venture capital world could use a bit more fun! We'll have beachy prizes and beach balls, and encourage you to have a good time while meeting investors and high-growth startups.Key Highlights: 3 Conference Stages + Networking * 300 attendees! * 40+ VCs* 40 Startup Pitches
GET FUNDED - 1pm-5pm (16 VCs & funded founder panelists)
Learn from VCs and funded founders about how to pitch, reach out to investors, fundraising mistakes and how to negotiate.
GROW & SCALE - 1pm-5pm (16 VC & funded founder panelists)
Learn from VCs and experts on how to build traction, scale your startup, marketing advice, team building, and featured industry expert panels.
LIVE PITCH COMPETITION - 1pm-5pm (16 VC panelists)
Pitch to 3 panels of VCs along with 30 other startups, build relationships with investors, and get advice on your fundraise! Your deck will be shared with all 300 attendees, giving you a killer opportunity to meet interested investors.
AWARD CEREMONY - 5:30pm-6pm
The top 3 startups (voted by VCs) pitch on the MAIN STAGE to 200 people, and the #1 Startup of the Night wins fabulous prizes valued at £10,000+ and the honour of "Most Investible Startup"!
NETWORKING & DRINKS - 6pm-9pm
After the panels, we will have 3 hours of networking, drinks, and appetisers for folks to build relationships. Meet your next investor, hang out with high growth startups and have fun.
Which VCs are attending?
Over 40 VCs will be in attendance! This is an all day venture capital day, helping VCs build relationships with founders and founders learn from leading experts in startups and venture capital.
Want to Pitch your startup?
Head to MeetFounders.co/pitch and submit your deck :-)
Thanks to our sponsors!
Host Sponsor (our venue): Bayes Business School
Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) is a leading global Business School in the City of London. We are known for our world-class business education, excellent research reputation, and our deep engagement with practice. We are part of City, University of London.
Sponsor: Witherstech
Withers tech is built from a network of lawyers who live and breathe tech. We are actively involved in the global tech ecosystem and our vast network compliments our multi-jurisdictional capability - with offices located in Europe, APAC and the US. We have a dedicated and experienced group of venture capital advisors who specialise in helping emerging companies navigate every stage of their lifecycle from fundraising to option schemes and beyond. We offer a retainer service to companies to ensure that your legal needs are met against a defined monthly outlay. Our expertise spans the technology sector, from life sciences, university spin-outs and health-tech to fintech and fashion tech - and everything in between!
RCK Partners
RCK Partners are a UK leading financial services company that simplifies access to complex incentives, mainly focusing on the Research and Development Tax Credit scheme. We focus on helping UK start-ups gain valuable government funding for their innovation based on there operational spending. Using our highly skilled Tax and Technical specialists, we maximise the financial benefit for businesses. Nearly all tech start-ups qualify, reach out to see if you qualify today.
Sprintlaw
Unlimited legal advice for £96 per year (discounted from £400), through our exclusive partnership with Sprintlaw. Sprintlaw is an award-winning, totally online law firm for small businesses in the UK. Forget the hassle of meeting your lawyer face-to-face. Our top-trained lawyers are ready to help wherever you are.
Grantify
Grantify helps small businesses find, apply for and win grant funding. Their powerful online tool streamlines the application process, making it simpler and more efficient, providing detailed guidance and model answers, plus access to a dedicated support channel of experts. Secure the future of your business with Grantify.
? One lucky start up will be crowned the most investable start up of the day and win £10,000 in prizes
Voted by a panel of VCs and fundraising experts! Not only does the winning start up get the honor of this title however will also win some incredible prizes donated by our great sponsors!
? If you are interested in pitching at our event and potentially being the winner of these prizes then head to the link here to apply to pitch!
What happens at the event?
Attend live, network with investors, VCs, startups who are currently raising funds, and future founders. Top VCs, Investors, and successfully funded founders share their insights and secrets about the industry.⭐ Start-up Pitches and Feedback from Judges
Start-ups give elevator pitches (2 minutes and 30 second each) throughout the day, and are given feedback from our judges who are all active VC and Angel investors.
Investors from around the world attend and watch the pitches, and startups/investors have the chance to network and build their deal-flow. All startups get to network with VCs and get their feedback all day.
The top 3 startups of the day will go up against each other and pitch on the main stage and will be judged by a new set of VC's, who will ask questions in front of a 200 person audience!
The #1 startup wins the honour of "Most Investable Startup", gets a graphic to display on their social media, over £10,000 valued prizes, and goes on to fame and fortune!
What are you waiting for, just get your ticket already?
Discover an Inside View on Start-up Investment
Startup investment or raising finance is often an opaque hidden mystery to most seeking it. Come and join us for 8 elite panels of investment industry insiders who will shine a spotlight on the process.
This rare inside view will educate, entertain and give you solid advice from those who know. Limited places available for this action-packed event, grab a ticket now.
Attend our LIVE events: 8 hours of panels with 30+ leading experts in Venture Capital and Startup world. Plus, live pitches from startups seeking funding!
Panelists announced weekly as the event approaches :-) Follow us on LinkedIn for updates
Our event gives you the opportunity to network with the top investors in Europe, learn from their experiences with thousands of startups, and have the chance to build relationships!
Head to our website for a ticket, and make sure to head there now. Seriously, hope to see you there.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bayes Business School, 106 Bunhill Row, London, United Kingdom
Tickets
GBP 0.00 to GBP 5000.00
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