

Women startup founders networking breakfast
Are you looking to raise investment for your tech startup?
Women who are building tech startups are invited to join our London networking event focused on raising initial investment.
Future Worlds are hosting the first in a series of networking breakfasts for women who are building tech startups on Wednesday 18 June.
Join us at Rathbones London for an exclusive networking breakfast before we enjoy a candid investor/founder conversation.
Vivienne Hsu and Jayne Sibley will discuss the realities of raising the first round of investment for a startup, with insights from both of their journeys and an opportunity for audience questions.
Their conversation will cover:
Understanding the different types of investment available to startups
How to know if an investor is right for you
What investors expect from startup founders
What it’s like to pitch on Dragon’s Den
Who is this event for?
This event is first and foremost for women who are leading tech startups. Women who are investors or work within the startup ecosystem are also welcome.
Why should I attend?
Expand your network, chat with investors, hear candid perspectives and enjoy a morning with other startup founders!
About the speakers
Vivienne Hsu - CEO & Partner, Anabasis Partners
Vivienne Hsu is a GTM and growth marketing expert with over 20 years’ experience working with B2B and B2C organisations.
Vivienne is a strategic leader who has worked extensively with PE, VC and in growth equity for high profile scale-ups and portfolio companies to raise capital, scale for long-term value and build market profile through her sector knowledge, network and advisory expertise.
With a broad range of sector experience including healthcare, FMCG, automotive, energy, technology, FinTech and Financial and Professional services. She is recognised as a one of the top 100 most influential women in the start-ups and VC space, she is a frequent speaker on key topics: finance, fintech, investing, emerging technologies, marketing, communications and DE&I.
Jayne Sibley - CEO & Co-founder, Sibstar
When Jayne Sibley’s parents were diagnosed with dementia, she saw firsthand how difficult it was for them to safely manage their own money. Determined to help them maintain financial independence while staying protected from scams, she founded Sibstar, the UK’s leading debit card and app designed for adults who need help managing their everyday money.
Backed by Mastercard and the Alzheimer’s Society, Sibstar allows families to set spending controls in real time, offering security without removing autonomy. As a passionate advocate for financial inclusion, Jayne is on a mission to empower adults to spend safely, avoid scams and remain financially independent with the tools they need to safely navigate their everyday spending.
This event is free to attend, but spaces are limited. Please release yours if you are no longer able to join us, so somebody else is able to benefit from the experience of attending.
Please complete all of the fields in the registration form. In the case we’re oversubscribed, priority will be given to founders. Your space will be confirmed by one of the team; you should receive confirmation within two working days.