Navigating Startup Challenges - Emerging Tech for Traction and Funding.

Let’s Solve the Chicken and Egg Problem in Startups & Funding—With Tech as the Enabler!

Join us at 41 Luke St for an exciting event where we tackle the age-old dilemma: Which comes first—the chicken or the egg? In the world of startups and funding, this challenge is real. But what if there’s a smarter way forward? That’s where tech-driven solutions come in.

This event isn't just about discussions—it's about actionable insights, valuable connections, and creating a collaborative ecosystem. Here’s what you’ll get by attending:

Key Benefits:

• Network with Industry Leaders: Meet like-minded founders, investors, and startup service providers.
• Tech-Driven Ecosystem: Discover how technology is bridging the gap between startups and funding—empowering a collaborative, sustainable system for growth.
• Collaborate and Learn: Share your experiences and gain insights on how to navigate the startup journey with real solutions.
• Unlock Funding Opportunities: Connect directly with investors and learn how to secure funding in today’s competitive landscape.

Don’t miss this chance to position yourself in the right place, at the right time. Whether you're looking for investment, partners, or simply growth—this is the event for you.

The startup journey is full of excitement, but it can also be isolating and filled with challenges. Many founders face roadblocks that go beyond just a lack of funding—they struggle with the absence of a well-connected, collaborative ecosystem. This ecosystem is crucial because it brings together the right mix of people, services, and resources to fuel innovation.

Emerging Technology plays a pivotal role in empowering this ecosystem. As an enabler, tech provides the infrastructure to connect startups with the right investors, mentors, and service providers. It allows for seamless collaboration, unlocking new pathways for growth, accelerating decision-making, and enabling faster access to critical resources.

By integrating tech into the fabric of the startup ecosystem, we ensure that innovation isn’t just possible—it thrives. With the right tools and connections, startups can go from concept to scale faster, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for all.

Startups often face a classic "chicken and egg" dilemma: they need traction to secure funding, yet require funding to build that traction.

At Invest Connect Marketplace, we’re tackling the paradox of innovation and funding with tech-driven solutions. Our mission is to build a dynamic, inclusive ecosystem that connects innovators, startup service providers, and like-minded investors through a seamless, collaborative platform.

By leveraging cutting-edge technology, we aim to create a sustainable system where traction and funding flow organically, driving innovation to thrive. Together, we can unlock new opportunities for growth, collaboration, and success.

Let’s build, connect, and scale—empowering the next wave of innovation.

👤 About Ninika Nanda, Founder, Invest Connect Marketplace : With over 22 years of experience in product development, strategy, and growth across financial services, banking, retail tech, and marketplace platforms, Ninika brings a wealth of insight into building successful and scalable innovations. After a long corporate career, she is now focused on giving back by fostering a purpose-driven, inclusive startup ecosystem.

As an immigrant, woman of colour, and non-native English speaker, Ninika is passionate about championing diversity and inclusion. She is actively involved in communities such as Women of FinTech, Female Founder Rise, and other inclusive innovation networks. Her vision is to build a collaborative, win-win environment for all players in the innovation space—founders, service providers, and investors alike.

🎯 Target Audience: We’re expecting many engaged participants, including:

• Startup Founders
• Startup Service Providers
• Industry Experts & Leaders, Startup mentors,
• Investors
• Thought leaders

"How accessibility and ecosystem support can help SMEs break the status quo"

🎯 What’s in store:

• Connect with founders, investors & start up business serviecs , innovators - NETWORKING opportunity
• Showcase your business or product
• Build potential Traction for your business
• Pitch your idea to a friendly, engaged audience
• Photography & video content
• Light refreshments & plenty of great conversation

🎟️ Ticket Options:

Take the spotlight and pitch your business, idea, or offerings for 5 minutes! Choose £25/ticket for this opportunity.

For availability, please email us at info@investconnectmarketplace.com.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Invest Connect Marketplace
RSVP now and let’s collaborate, innovate, and build the future together.