🥃 Scotch & Pitches @Latitude59 🎤

​A global crowd. A dram of Scotch. And a lineup of startups with something to say.

​This exclusive event is brought to you by Foras Ventures, powered by Thorntons Law, Wilson Sonsini, Ivy Tech, and Wise. This is your golden hour moment before the Official Latitude59 Afterparty kicks off.

​Join founders, investors, and startup leaders from around the world for a curated pre-party that blends sharp pitches, whisky tasting, laid-back energy, and properly interesting conversations.

​If you’ve made it to Latitude59, you’re already serious about building beyond borders. This is your chance to meet the bold people doing that, unapologetically!

​Why attend?
🥃 Mix sharp ideas with smooth drams of whisky
🌍 Connect with a global-first crowd in a more relaxed setting
🎙️ Hear from a handpicked group of founders ready to shake things up
👀 Be the first to meet some of the most promising teams in town
💫 Ease into the L59 night with something that actually it's fun

​The Pitch Lineup?
We're keeping it under wraps for now, but expect ambition, originality, and a few surprises. Announcements dropping soon.

​Event TLDR
📍 Location: Private venue steps from Latitude59 (revealed on approval)
📅 Date: Thursday 22 May
⏰ Time: 17:00-20:30
🪩 Bonus: Ends just in time to roll into the official afterparty

​Hosted by Foras Ventures
Limited capacity. Approval only. Global vibes guaranteed.

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​​🌍 About Foras Ventures ✳️:

​​​​​​We drive investment and talent to the UK, using Scotland as a launchpad for global growth. With a 15K+ global network of founders, investors, and operators, Foras Ventures creates opportunities for startups, investors, corporates, governments, and academia to connect, expand, and thrive on the international stage.

​​​​​​Set up in the UK. Build in Scotland. Go global.

​​​​​​🚀 Stay tuned: two exciting new verticals are launching soon!

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​​We are proudly powered by:

​​💼 Thorntons Law – Where legal expertise meets entrepreneurial vision. Helping startups and scaleups navigate the UK landscape.

​​🇺🇸 Wilson Sonsini – The go-to experts for founders looking to expand into the US.

​​💻 Ivy Tech – Connecting you with top borderless tech talent - bridging the gap between outsourcing and in-house hiring.

​​🏦 Wise - Fast, no-hassle low-cost international payments and multi-currency accounts, helping you manage global finances efficiently. Foras community who register with Wise will receive a £10K free transfer and a dedicated account manager.

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​​🗣️ Safespace Global

​​​We have zero tolerance for harassment, discrimination, micro-aggressions, intimidation, threats, and violence.

​​We’re committed to ensuring that Foras events remain inclusive, safe spaces for everyone. Safespace Global provides a reporting platform and a code of conduct to create a welcoming environment.

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​​📸 Important Info

​​​By attending this event you agree to be photographed and filmed, and we may use the footage for marketing purposes. Additionally, we will share the attendee list with our valued sponsors.

​​​​If you prefer not to have your photos or footage used, or if you do not wish for your details to be shared with sponsors, kindly let us know. We will be more than happy to accommodate your preferences.

​​​​Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you at the event!

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​​​📩 Got questions? Email us at hello@forasventures.com