Are you an international student, aspiring entrepreneur, or immigrant founder navigating the UK’s complex visa and startup landscape?
This power-packed afternoon event is designed to inform, inspire, and connect. Hosted by Charvion Forge Ltd in collaboration with Iventiv by F&G Group, this gathering will bring together 200+ international professionals, founders, and service providers for a unique blend of expert-led sessions, real-world founder stories, business showcases, and high-impact networking.
🎯 What to Expect:
🔹 Innovator Founder Visa Journey
Hear from Daniel Digo, Founder of Bein.Fit, as he shares his real-life journey from international student to startup founder under the Innovator Founder Visa route.
🔹 AI in Startups: Use & Ethics
Learn how to integrate AI responsibly and effectively with insights from Aubin Bakana, founder of Baobab Logix Ltd — a must for tech-enabled founders.
🔹 Live Business Showcases
Watch multiple startup pitches from international founders showcasing innovative ideas — great for learning, collaboration, or investment.
🔹 Visa & Legal Insights
Gain clarity on routes like the Innovator Founder Visa and Self-Sponsorship from immigration lawyer Natonia Layne, with a live Q&A.
🔹 Startup Growth Strategies
Explore how to leverage LinkedIn for credibility, sales, and brand building with expert coach Keith Rozelle from Sales Marvel.
🔹 Networking That Matters
Connect with potential collaborators, mentors, investors, and service providers in both structured and open networking sessions.
👥 Who Should Attend:
- International students & graduates exploring UK business or visa pathways
- Aspiring and early-stage founders across all industries
- Innovator Founder, Self-Sponsorship & Skilled Worker visa applicants
- Start-up ecosystem enablers
- Mentors, coaches & incubator program leads
- Immigration solicitors & legal advisors
- Investors, venture capitalists & angel networks
- Service providers supporting international talent and founders, including: IT & software development firms, Marketing, PR & branding agencies, Financial consultants & accountants, HR, recruitment & talent firms, Business coaches & strategy consultants, Legal advisors across immigration, IP, and startup law; Pitch consultants & startup accelerators, AI, data & automation consultants, Video, design, and content creation specialists, Visa documentation & compliance experts
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