Startup Stories- Paying the Price of Starting Up

Startup Stories- Paying the Price of Starting Up

By SETsquared Bristol

Founders share real stories of early-stage financial struggles, hard choices, and lessons learned when passion meets startup reality.

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Location

Engine Shed

Station Approach Redcliffe BS1 6QH United Kingdom

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  • 2 hours
  • In person

About this event

Business • Startups

Join us for the finance edition of Startup Stories, an afternoon panel exploring the realities of funding a startup in its early days.

Founders will share candid stories of managing limited budgets, navigating cash flow, balancing personal finances and making tough decisions to keep their ventures moving forward. This session shines a light on the hidden pressures of startup finance and the lessons learned along the way.

With the chance to ask questions and connect with others who understand the struggle, this event offers practical advice and honest insights for anyone facing the financial challenges of starting up.

These conversations will spark ideas, build connections and help you feel more prepared for the road ahead.

Chair: Caroline Thompson, SETsquared Centre Manager

Speakers:

Becky Sage, Founder and SETsquared Entrepreneur in Residence

Simon Bates, CEO and co-founder of Actuation Labs

Harry Alexander, Investment Manager at QantX


Agenda:

  • Intro
  • Panel
  • Q&A
  • Event Close


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Free
Oct 9 · 1:30 PM GMT+1