PilotRound: Breakthrough Comes From Anywhere
SESSION 1: Why Do 9 Out Of 10 Startups Fail?
Expect to discuss: What actually constitutes startup "failure"? Where does the 9 Out Of 10 stat come from and who does it fundamentally serve? How to leverage and use a new agile R&D methodology to reframe failure.
Featured guests to include:
Joseph Reeve - Founder of Future House
Dan Simmons - Founder of PilotRound
Henry Marsden - Ex-Founder of Creatr
Gideon Barker - Founder of Customer IQ
We are thrilled to invite you to the inaugural event from PilotRound, a groundbreaking platform and community poised to transform and inform the landscape of early-stage venture discovery and startup funding.
Join us at the iconic Future House in East London, as we champion and launch a grassroots movement, uncovering and unleashing the untapped potential of the UK's entrepreneurial ecosystem via:
Venturer Discussions > Be inspired by 1:1 interviews with our inspiring lineup of "Venturers" who will each share their unique journeys into breakthrough - including how they first experimented with agile R&D, progressed via practical due diligence and failed fast with minimal initial cost.
Launch Plaque Program > In the spirit of the iconic Blue Plaques, we are excited to unveil the Launch Plaque, as a new and much needed symbol of contemporary inventions, celebrating the places, people and stories behind breakthrough innovations
Industry BlackBox > Hear from leading voices in the startup ecosystem, investment community and public innovation bodies who will share insights on the current trends, challenges and opportunities in nurturing early-stage ventures.
Networking Opportunities > Connect with fellow founders, investors and ecosystem representatives from key public sector bodies dedicated to fostering innovation.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or a startup in your nascent stages, this event is perfect for anyone willing to think outside the box and together break through boundaries.
This seminal Breakthrough Series is proudly launched by PilotRound, presented by Future House and hosted by Osmin Callis founder and CEO of mode8 venture studio