Funds & Founders: Fuelling Welsh Business Growth
Funding and Growth Strategies for Welsh Businesses.
Walmer Group invites you to join us for an exciting evening of networking and expert insights, designed to empower fast-growing Welsh businesses with the knowledge needed to fuel their growth through investment, funding and innovation.
Hosted with the support of our partners, Tramshed Tech, FounderCatalyst, Shipshape.VC and Innovators Uncensored, this event is perfect for Founders, CEOs, Investors, and other key industry figures looking to gain valuable insights on:
✅ Funding: Dive into capital raising strategies for your business; insights into raising both inside and outside of Wales; and other tips and tricks from the experts.
✅ Grants: Explore regional and UK-wide grant incentives and how to be successful, along with R&D Tax trends.
✅ Revenues: Guidance on how to grow and scale your sales.
✅ Market Insights: Get the latest data on UK funding trends, investor appetite and where Welsh Founders should be looking for opportunities.
📅 Date: Thursday, November 14th, 2024
🕒 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Venue: Tramshed Tech, Cardiff
Event Agenda:
5:30 PM - Welcome Drinks
6:00 PM - Introduction by Host: James Campbell, Co-Founder of Walmer Group
6:05 PM - Guest Speaker: Daniel Sawko, Shipshape VC
Dan will provide invaluable insights on investment trends both in and outside of Wales.
6:15 PM - Expert Panel Discussion and Q&A
Join a power-packed panel of experienced, industry-leading experts who will share their knowledge on different avenues for funding and growth. The panel will be expertly moderated by Richard Lee from Innovators Uncensored and cover key topics such as venture/angel investing, innovation funding, and other growth strategies.
First panelists announced include:
Sam Simpson - FounderCatalyst
Exited Founder, Angel Investor & Founder of FounderCatalyst, a Specialist SEIS and EIS technology platform.
Debbie Taylor - Walmer Group
Over 20 years’ experience supporting innovation grant applications within both the academic and business sectors working at advisory and strategic levels.
Cai Gwinnutt - Woodstreet Research
20+ years' experience as an executive and board member, working with tech startups and innovation teams to build strategies for great products and companies.
Huw Bishop - Mentra Ventures
Investment Partner and Co-founder Mentra Venture Partners LLP, Lead Investor for Angel Syndicates in Ynys Môn, Cardiff and across Wales.
Moderated by:
Richard Lee, Founder of Innovators Uncensored
7:00 PM - Drinks & Nibbles
Wrap up the evening with informal networking, giving you a chance to connect with the panelists, speakers, and other business leaders.
Why Attend?
Gain expert insights on various funding options, including angel investment, innovation funding and venture capital
Meet with like-minded professionals and industry leaders in a relaxed setting
Build valuable connections that could help accelerate your business growth
This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in scaling their business both in and outside of Wales.
We expect a strong turnout and space is limited, so secure your spot today!