​Wrap up day one of Turing Fest by joining us for an approval-only Turing Fest fringe event in the heart of Edinburgh for an unforgettable evening of fun, networking, and celebration 🥳

​Are you:

• ​Part of a startup, scaleup or SMEs?

• ​Investing in startups, scaleups or SMEs?

• ​Buying from them?

• ​Looking for partnerships?

• ​Running startup/scaleup programs?

• ​An ecosystem builder?

• ​On a mission to help startups grow?

• ​Looking to know more about our thriving Scottish ecosystem?

​If the answer is yes to any of the above, then this is the right event for you! 🤘🏽

​Expect an electric atmosphere filled with great and relevant people, superb music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks.

​This will be a rare chance to connect with 250+ founders, startups leaders, investors, accelerators, ecosystem builders and support organisations from across the globe.

​Whether you would like to make new connections, catch up with old friends, or simply enjoy the vibrant vibes, this is the place to be!

​Spaces are limited and are first-come-first-served so apply today to ensure your space.

​Foras alumni and Turing Fest ticket holders attend for Free! - don't forget to bring your TF badge!!!

​​Who Should Attend?

• ​Startup/Scaleup Founders & Leaders

• ​VCs, Angels, PE & LPs

• ​Incubator/Accelerator Leaders

• ​​Startup Advisors/Mentors

• ​Corporates & Ecosystem Support Organisations

• ​Community Builders

​​​Why Attend?

• ​Access to a vetted room of fellow founders, investors, and ecosystem builders from around the world

• ​High-quality networking in an intimate setting

• ​Expand your network of peers from around the world

• ​Hear reverse pitching and shout-outs from investors, accelerators, and more

​What you Need to Know:

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📍 Le Monde / Shanghai Club - George Street, 5-minute walk from Waverley Station
🍹 1x free drink on arrival (for the first 300 people arriving before 21:30 hrs)
🍢 Nibbles during the evening
🍜 Arrive early at Le Monde (first 30x get a welcome drink), skip the registration queue and enjoy a special set menu 2-3 course meal for only £20/£25 (booking https://lnkd.in/enwqbYWP)
🗣 Reverse pitching
⭐ Investors & Special Guests Area
🤝 Quiet Space / Meeting Area
🕺🏻 450 capacity

​Guests arriving at Shanghai Club between 19:30 and 21:30 will receive a free drink.

Would you like to arrive earlier? We have a private area at Le Monde's Bar & Restaurant. So, no worries at all! Arrive early, and skip the registration queue later... and the first 30x will get an extra drink on arrival 🤫

That’s not all! Do you want to go for dinner before this event? The superb team at Le Monde have also kindly offered us a special 2 & 3 course set menu for £20/£25.

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Tickets are going fast! RSVP or secure exhibition space (only 1 exhibitor space available) here 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/ePmUkeWQ 🚀

Mark your calendars, bring your best party spirit, and let's make some memories together!

​​Due to the capacity of the venue, this event is first come first served. Apply today to join us and contact hello@foras.scot for more information/to inquire about +1s.

​​For this event, Foras is proud to collaborate with:

• ​​​Thorntons Law - Where legal expertise meets entrepreneurial vision. Trusted advisor for comprehensive legal solutions for startups/scaleups and expert guidance to navigate the legal landscape in the UK.

• ​​​Johnston Carmichael - Premier choice for expert tax and accountancy solutions to accelerate your financial growth.

• ​Builder.AI - The next-gen app development platform for every idea and company on the planet. They make building an app so easy, anyone can do it.

• ​Evolve IT - boutique and bespoke Technology and Digital recruitment consultancy and candidate sourcing specialist to help you progress your career and to provide the best talent for your business needs.

• ​AtomCTO - Delivering Tech Solutions to Business Owners. Whether you are a start-up or an established business, we help you make the right tech choices to grow your business

• ​Wee Smoky - an award-winning single-grain scotch whisky that's a wee bit smoky, and all about celebrating flair.

• ​Talonmore - Talonmore is a family-run business focused on enhancing healthier socialising through non-alcoholic drinks. Offering a versatile, ginger-based alcohol alternative, that replicates a fiery dark spirit experience.

​ ** We are still accepting sponsorship requests.

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​​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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​About Foras:

​​The term ‘Foras’ means to grow, together, abroad, “for us”.

​​Foras is a non-profit that showcases Scotland-based startups and scaleups to the world whilst bringing the world to Scotland.

​Since 2022, we've taken 100+ of Scotland's top founders and ​startup leaders on international trips, connecting them with ​global VCs, angels, and buyers in Silicon Valley, Helsinki, NYC, ​Lisbon, Austin and London.

​Our mission is to ensure that Scottish startups gain global ​exposure and opportunities. We believe in Scotland's potential ​on the world stage, and we love to highlight our talent at ​international events.

​With 550+ applications across six programmes, it's clear there's ​a strong demand for international opportunities.

​We also focus on bringing global companies to Scotland, ​leveraging our rich talent pool and cost-effective market entry ​to the UK. We drive inward investment while creating trading ​corridors between different ecosystems.

​Would you like to get involved and support? Email us at hello@foras.scot and/or contact Caro or Dec on LinkedIn to explore ways to collaborate and discuss further.

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​Other Turing Fest Fringe Events:

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​🎉 Turing Fest 2024 Opening Party | Mon 8th July | 19:00 - 22:00 hrs at Leith Arches (6 Manderston St, Edinburgh EH6 8LY)

​Join for a drink, and hang out with your friends, old ones and new ones. Bonus: Pick up your badge and skip the line at Registration on Wednesday!  

​🥂 Investor Founder Happy Hour | Tue 9th July | 17:30 - 19:00 hrs - hosted by Par Equity

​Are you a founder who is raising now or soon, and wants to meet some of Europe’s best early stage investors? Turing Fest and Par Equity are hosting founder/investor drinks.

​Join the waiting list

🗣️ Pitched Your Idea | Wed 10th July | 08:00 to 09:15 - Hosted by Johnstone Carmichael

​Are you super early in your startup journey? Want a fun way to work on your pitch? This relaxed morning event right before Turing Fest begins for the day is a great way to get out of your own head and have some fun while learning a bit about how your idea comes across.

RSVP