At a time when raising early stage investment is challenging, we're bringing together investors and advisers to understand the mind of an investor and explore their thinking when looking at new opportunities.

This is your opportunity to question investors and think again about your own business proposition. We'll also hear from founders about their journey to secure funding to scale up.

Speakers:

Louis Taylor, CEO of the British Business Bank is our keynote speaker talking about the importance of the Bank’s mission to make the finance markets work better for smaller businesses

Chris Rees & Norbert Morawetz of Henley Business Angels will give an update about the network’s latest investments and successes, and the local landscape for early stage investment.

Matt Eves, Partner for M&A at EY will talk about the due diligence essentials when seeking investment.

Safia Qureshi, founder & CEO of smart returnable packaging business CLUBZERØ will share the highs and lows of her business and investment journey.

Susan Elliott from the British Business Bank will be in conversation with:

Tim Brownstone, founder & CEO of specialist e-textile company Kymira

Kirsty Parker, investor, entrepreneur, NED, mentor and author

Cheryl Weeks, Head of South East Funds at The FSE Group

The British Business Bank is hosting this Funding for Innovation & Growth event in partnership with Henley Business Angels.