Everyone has an idea about how they can create the next big thing, but how do you make that idea turn into a reality? Join UnderPinned and Startups Magazine for an evening of learning (and a little partying) about how to take a business from the idea stage to taking the first steps.

Freelance platform UnderPinned have teamed up with Startups Magazine to bring you a night of panel discussions, Q&A for freelancers and entrepreneurs looking to start off their business, and drinks and dancing! Come along and start your weekend off right.

What will I learn?

You will hear from experts in setting up and helping early-stage businesses as they tackle most-asked questions in the evening's panel talk.

What will be happening at the event?

6-7 There will be drinks, music and mingling

7 Albert Azis-Clauson, The CEO and Co-Founder of UnderPinned and Daisy Stapley-Bunten, Founder of Startups Magazine, will introduce the night's event

7:15-8:15 Albert Azis-Clauson will be hosting a 45 minute panel talk with a 15 minute Q+A at the end. The talk will be live streamed on UnderPinned and Startups Magazine's social channels

8:15: The DJ will start the party

Who will be on the panel?

Sian Winfield, Director & Founder of CoStartup & Go a unique and dynamic startup support company invested in making every business that they work with a success. From initial support and guidance to the team support that they need to grow. Sian has worked with over 65 start ups in her career.

Steve Duttine, The Managing Director at Tribe First, a marketing agency focussed on working with companies during their seed and venture funding rounds. Over the last three years TribeFirst has worked on more than 60 fundraising campaigns raising a total of over £30m.

Nicholas Nicolaides, The Director and Co-Founder of Symvan Capital, Symvan Capital is an award-winning EIS & SEIS technology venture capital fund manager.

Lucy Werner, Founder of The Wern, a communications consultancy and training hub for startups, entrepreneurs and independent brands.

Can I get personal advice?

There will also be a Q&A session afterwards, so make sure you prepare your questions and make the most of this opportunity to ask experts for advice on your specific business hurdles.

Startups Magazine and UnderPinned will also have a special announcement...

Who is this event for?

All freelancers, entrepreneurs and startups who are early-stage - whether you just have a seed of an idea and haven't taken any steps yet, or perhaps you've planted that seed and are waiting for something to grow.

The talks will cover everything from initial setup to nurturing the first stages of business growth.

About UnderPinned

Every week, UnderPinned throw free London based event for freelancers, solopreneurs and anyone who’s embarking on an independent professional journey, looking for career advice, a support network or to meet like-minded individuals.

When and where?

Date: 21st November

Time: 6-11pm

Location: UnderPinned HQ, 22 Gossamer City Project, E2 9FN

We look forward to meeting you and helping you build your business. Bring along all the questions you have about your early-stage business ready to ask!

See you on the 21st November 😊