🇧🇪🇬🇧 Embassy Pitch Series: UK x Belgium
We’re bringing together Top Startups and Investors from Belgium and the UK for a special cross-border demo day at the Embassy of Belgium in London. Expect a high-energy afternoon of pitches followed by networking, drinks, and a DJ set to keep the conversations flowing.
📅 When & Where
Date: 7 October 2025
Time: 14:30 - 22:00
Location: Embassy of Belgium, London
🚀 What to Expect
Pitching Sessions:
20-30 startups from Belgium (Flanders & Brussels) and the UK.
Focus on pre-seed and seed-stage tech companies.
Split across three pitching slots during the afternoon.
Networking & Private Meetings:
Dedicated areas for informal chats and one-on-one investor meetings.
A VIP space for more private discussions.
Evening Social:
From 18:00, doors open for more guests.
Drinks, networking, and a DJ until 22:00.
📝 Founders: Want to Pitch?
We’re looking for ambitious tech founders at pre-seed or seed stage.
Here’s how it works:
Apply before 5 Sep
You’ll need to submit a 1-2 min video and your pitch deck.
Ratings: 8-12 Sep — your application will be reviewed by our investor partners.
Pitching companies announced: 15 Sep.
Have more questions? See this page.
🎟️ Important note for all tickets
All registrations are subject to approval.
We have very limited capacity and want to keep the right balance of founders, investors, and operators to make sure it’s high value for everyone in the room.
Your payment will only be processed once you’re approved.
If approved, you’ll receive a confirmation and payment will go through. If not approved, nothing is charged.
📣 Who’s Behind It?
This event is hosted by the Embassy of Belgium in London together with Rare Founders.
Features at the event
🧠Sensory Snug by EventWell
✅ Safety Reporting Tool by Safespace Plus.
Schedule for the Day
14:30 – Arrival & Networking
15:00 – Pitching Slot 1 (10 companies)
15:45 – Break
16:00 – Pitching Slot 2 (10 companies)
16:45 – Break
17:00 – Pitching Slot 3 (10 companies)
17:30 – Bar & DJ setup
17:45 – Pitching sessions wrap up
18:00 – Doors open for evening guests, more networking
18:30 – Short words from the Embassy, Rare Founders & partners
19:00 - 22:00 – Networking, DJ & drinks
👉 Spots are limited—sign up now.
By joining the event, you’re allowing us to capture and share some of the great moments! Photos and videos taken may be used later to showcase our community and for marketing, helping us make future events even better.
Refund policy: No refund policy, please email us if you're unable to attend the event.
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A Huge Thanks to our Partners!
Belgian Embassy
Hub.brussels is the Brussels Agency for Business Support. They help local startups and scale-ups grow, expand internationally, and connect with the right partners and opportunities. We’re proud to have them as a partner for this event, supporting Belgian founders as they reach new markets.
Safety Partner
Safespace Plus will help foster an environment of safety and empowerment with our Code of Conduct & incident reporting system, giving our attendees a secure platform to voice any concerns and ensuring that everyone feels heard and valued.
Neuroinclusion & Well-being Partner
EventWell, the leading well-being and mental health organisation for the events industry and a champion for neuroinclusion. They’ll be providing a Sensory Snug — a quiet, calming space for anyone who may feel overwhelmed and needs time to recharge.
Cloakroom Partner
Neverleft is a smart, digital cloakroom solution that makes checking in and collecting your belongings seamless and secure — no paper tickets, no hassle. Using QR code technology, guests can check items in and out quickly, reducing queues and eliminating lost tickets. It’s cloakroom convenience, reimagined.
Venue Partner
Belgian Embassy Residence