Unity Angels, Introducing the network

Unity Angels | Introducing the Network

Join us for the introduction of Unity Angels, a new community of investors dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, fostering inclusive growth, and driving innovation across underserved regions in the North.

Taking place at Flok, Middlesbrough, this event brings together angel investors, founders, and business leaders for a morning of inspiration, connection, and opportunity.

Meet the Co-Founders

💡 Cairon Gallagher
An experienced investor passionate about supporting early-stage innovation and helping founders unlock their potential.

💡 Rebecca Roberts
A strategic thinker and advocate for inclusive investment, Rebecca brings a wealth of experience from both corporate and startup ecosystems.

💡 James Robson
Founder Angel – a serial entrepreneur and investor with deep roots in the North East business community, committed to driving regional growth and collaboration.

💡 Shaun Fooy
Senior Manager at the British Business Bank, representing the North East & Tees Valley. Shaun will share insights on the role of the British Business Bank and its support in encouraging the growth of new angel groups like Unity.

Together, these Angels represent the heart of Unity: collaboration, purpose, and belief in the power of shared success.

About Unity Angels

Our Mission

We are more than an angel network, we are a community. Our mission is simple:

Empower Entrepreneurs
Provide entrepreneurs with the funding and support they need to scale their businesses.

Smart Investing
Give investors access to high-potential opportunities, with clarity and confidence, while sharing their expertise.

Build Lasting Impact
Back businesses that drive innovation, create jobs, and generate positive change in our communities.

Our Team

Our team combines decades of experience in entrepreneurship, scaling through to exit, investment, and corporate governance. We have experience on both sides of the table and we're committed to creating relationships where everyone wins.

Whether you're a founder with a vision or an investor ready to make a difference, we would love to meet you.

Who Should Attend?

• Experienced or aspiring Angel Investors
• Founders and entrepreneurs seeking investment or mentorship
• Local business leaders passionate about regional economic growth
• Partners and ecosystem supporters looking to strengthen collaboration across the North

Why Attend?

✅ Be part of the first wave of Unity Angels
✅ Build meaningful relationships with investors and innovators
✅ Discover how to support and scale high-potential businesses
✅ Celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship across Tees Valley and beyond

Secure your spot today!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Flok Co-working Space, 20-26 Albert Road, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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