Meet the Funder: South West

Meet the Funder: South West

By Bristol Innovations

Get ready to ask your pressing questions to key investors and funders, and potentially secure a 1:1 chat!

Date and time

Location

Engine Shed

Station Approach Redcliffe BS1 6QH United Kingdom

Good to know

Highlights

  • 5 hours
  • In person

About this event

As part of British Business Bank and Innovate UK’s Innovation Cluster pilot, Bristol Innovations is bringing you Toyosi Ogedengbe, early-stage investor at Ascension, for a Meet the Funder fireside chat.

At a time when raising investment is difficult and cash is vital, it is more important than ever to understand fully the approach taken by investors when considering an investment opportunity.

This event aims to guide you through the mind of an investor, explore their thinking when looking at investment opportunities and question their approach or thoughts on your own business proposition.

There will also be limited opportunity for 1:1 conversations with the investor following the fireside chat.

Who is this event for?

  • Businesses that are considering raising seed investment
  • Those exploring alternative sources to funding exiting business opportunities.
  • SMEs and academic researchers eager to learn about financing opportunities.

What will be covered?

10:00 – 10:30 am - Welcome and networking

10:30 – 11:45 am - Fireside chat

11.45 – 12:30 pm - Networking

12.30pm - 3:00pm - 1:1 conversations with Toyosi Ogedengbe, if selected

Who will you hear from?

Toyosi Ogedengbe, Principal Investor, Ascension

What else do you need to know?

Please note that seating is limited, so be sure to secure your spot early. Light refreshments will be provided. Don't miss this opportunity to network and gain valuable knowledge and insight from investors in the region.

Organized by

Bristol Innovations is the University of Bristol’s catalyst for innovation. We offer innovation-led businesses access to cutting-edge research, technology and talent, creating breakthrough solutions and scalable commercial opportunities that drive growth.

Free
Sep 18 · 10:00 AM GMT+1