Angels Invest Wales

What is angel investing? What does it mean and what are the risks? If you’re looking into angel investing and want to know more about the ins and outs of what it is, look no further. Using personal wealth to help support the growth of small businesses, investors help shape the future of businesses in Wales. Find out more about angel investing here: https://ow.ly/GjZP50PuHXX #AngelInvestors #AngelInvesting   --   Beth yw fuddsoddi angel? Beth mae'n ei olygu a beth yw'r peryglon? Os ydych chi'n edrych i mewn i fuddsoddi angel ac eisiau gwybod mwy, darllenwch fwy yma. Gan ddefnyddio cyfoeth personol i gefnogi twf busnesau bach, gall buddsoddwyr helpu i lunio dyfodol busnesau yng Nghymru. Dysgwch fwy am fuddsoddi angel yma: https://ow.ly/rozR50PuHYB #BuddsoddwyrAngel #BuddsoddiAngel

Cardiff Business School - Public Value Entrepreneur in Residence (PVEiR) I am absolutely delighted about my new role as a Public Value Entrepreneur in Residence (PVEiR) at Cardiff Business School. I look forward to working with Cardiff Business School to develop their commitment to Public Value—championing business as a force for good, alongside economic success. It was a pleasure to join both old and new PVEiRs at the Aberconway Centre for Entrepreneurship for the Value & Hodge Foundation Celebration event. A huge thank you to Dr. Katherine Parsons for the nomination. Women Angels of Wales Angels Invest Wales Development Bank of Wales British Business Bank

🚀 Calling all Welsh tech startups! Are you ready to put your startup on the global stage? Startup Square at Wales Tech Week 2025 is your chance to showcase your innovation, connect with investors, and get in front of industry leaders. For just £500 ex VAT, you’ll get: ✅ A physical exhibition space at ICC Wales (24-26 Nov) ✅ A Virtual Exhibition to expand your reach ✅ Access to international audiences, potential partners and investors 📅 Eligibility: Welsh tech startups founded in 2023 or later 📅 Deadline: 30 May 2025 Spaces are limited—don’t miss out! Apply now 👉 https://loom.ly/Yl-FMZY #WalesTechWeek #WTW25 #StartupSquare #TechInnovation #Entrepreneurship Welsh ICE Tramshed Tech TownSq M-SParc Business Wales / Busnes Cymru Innovate UK British Business Bank Wales Development Bank of Wales Angels Invest Wales Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub Blaenau Gwent Business Hub Business in Focus ............................................. 🚀 Galw holl gwmnïau technoleg newydd Cymru! Ydych chi'n barod i osod eich busnes newydd ar y llwyfan byd-eang? Sgwâr Sbarduno yn Wythnos Dechnoleg Cymru 2025 yw eich cyfle i arddangos eich arloesedd, cysylltu â buddsoddwyr, a dod i sylw arweinwyr y diwydiant. Am ddim ond £500 heb TAW, fe gewch: ✅ Man arddangos diriaethol yn ICC Cymru (24-26 Tach) ✅ Arddangosfa rithwir i ehangu eich cyrhaeddiad ✅ Mynediad i gynulleidfaoedd rhyngwladol, partneriaid a buddsoddwyr posibl 📅 Cymhwyster: Cwmnïau technoleg newydd o Gymru a sefydlwyd yn 2023 neu'n hwyrach 📅 Dyddiad cau: 30ain Mai 2025 Nifer cyfyngedig o lefydd sydd ar gael - peidiwch â cholli'r cyfle! Gwnewch gais nawr 👉 https://loom.ly/Yl-FMZY

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿Investing in Future Wales – Where Fintech Thrives We were delighted to be at Mansion House for Wales Week / London 2025. A fantastic opportunity for investors and advisors to connect with others in the Welsh ecosystem and to find out more about Investing in Future Wales. Lead investor Dr. Jill Jones joined the panel alongside Simon Bell, Duncan Gray and Ruby Godrich (Harcombe) and moderator Stephen Welton CBE to discuss attracting private investment to co invest alongside Welsh public funds. #WelshStartups #angelInvesting #Investing RBC Brewin Dolphin Development Bank of Wales British Business Bank Carol Hall

Investing in Future Wales: Where FinTech Thrives Thank you to Jessica Phillips-Harris for inviting me to join panellists Ruby Godrich (Harcombe), Duncan Gray and Simon Bell to discuss attracting private investment to co-invest alongside Welsh public funds, moderated by Stephen Welton CBE Also, thank you to Dan Mines, Ammar Akhtar, Sarah Kocianski, Louise Harris and Avril Lewis, MBE for an insightful discussion about the Welsh FinTech ecosystem. A thoroughly enjoyable opportunity to connect with others in the Welsh ecosystem and with global business investors in the beautiful setting of Mansion House, London. British Business Bank Development Bank of Wales Women Angels of Wales Angels Invest Wales

Mae Driverly wedi cwblhau rownd codi arian chwe ffigur, gyda chefnogaeth gennym ni, Banc Datblygu Cymru a buddsoddwyr Cymreig proffil uchel. Yn fusnes technoleg sy’n darparu datrysiadau ap y gellir eu haddasu i gwmnïau yswiriant ceir, bydd y buddsoddiad diweddar yn galluogi Driverly i dyfu ei sylfaen cwsmeriaid yn y flwyddyn i ddod, gan ddarparu hyd yn oed mwy o fusnes i’w ap a datblygu ei dechnoleg berchnogol. Cynlluniwyd Driverly yn wreiddiol i helpu gyrwyr ifanc i gael yswiriant car yn haws, gan ddefnyddio data ar yrwyr unigol i leihau eu costau yswiriant. Ers hynny, mae'r busnes wedi symud i fodel B2B, gan gynnig ei lwyfan y gellir ei addasu i yswirwyr amrywiol. Gall cleientiaid ddiweddaru a theilwra'r system yn gyflym, gan alluogi darparwyr yswiriant i addasu eu apps yn unol ag anghenion cwsmeriaid. ‘Rydym bob amser wedi bod yn awyddus i gadw cydbwysedd da rhwng cadw ffocws ar ein busnes craidd, tra hefyd yn barod i ymateb i ofynion y farchnad,’ esboniodd Armin Kia, Prif Swyddog Gweithredol Driverly. ‘Mae hynny’n dasg bwysig i unrhyw dîm arwain. Gall Banc Datblygu Cymru a’n buddsoddwyr newydd weld y farchnad ehangach a’n helpu gyda hynny.’ Darganfod mwy am y busnes technoleg: https://ow.ly/OzaB50V3otq #BuddsoddiadAngel Driverly . Development Bank of Wales . Women Angels of Wales . FinTech Wales . UK Business Angels Association . Busnes Cymru / Business Wales . Business News Wales

Driverly have completed a six-figure fundraising round, supported by us, Development Bank of Wales and high-profile Welsh investors. A technology business which provides adaptable app solutions to major car insurance companies, the recent investment will allow Driverly to grow its customer base in the coming year, providing its app even more business and develop its proprietary technology. Driverly was originally designed to help young drivers access car insurance more easily, using data on individual drivers to reduce their insurance costs. Since then, the business has shifted to a B2B model, offering its customisable platform to various insurers. The system can be quickly updated and tailored by clients, enabling insurance providers to adjust their apps according to customer needs. ’We’ve always been keen to keep a fine balance between keeping a focus on our core business, while also being prepared to react to the demands of the market,’ explained Armin Kia, CEO of Driverly. Discover more on the technology business: https://ow.ly/evYI50V3o8R #AngelInvestment Driverly . Development Bank of Wales . Women Angels of Wales . FinTech Wales . UK Business Angels Association . Busnes Cymru / Business Wales . Business News Wales

🚀 Why should you attend Wales Tech Week this November? Because technology is reshaping every sector, and this event is your gateway to the solutions, connections, and insights you need to stay ahead. From industry-leading speakers to networking opportunities, Wales Tech Week offers a chance to explore the cutting-edge trends driving global innovation. Best of all, it’s completely FREE! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation and unlock new possibilities for your business. See you there! Secure your spot now: https://loom.ly/3Jy8iT4 #WalesTechWeek #Innovation #Technology #Networking #BusinessGrowth #WTW25 Development Bank of Wales The Alacrity Foundation UK Angels Invest Wales Barclays Eagle Labs Business In Focus Cardiff Capital Region Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid Cnect Wales Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult CSconnected .............................................. 🚀Pam ddylech chi fynychu Wythnos Dechnoleg Cymru fis Tachwedd yma? Oherwydd bod technoleg yn ail-lunio pob sector, a'r digwyddiad hwn yw eich porth i'r datrysiadau, y cysylltiadau a'r mewnwelediadau sydd eu hangen arnoch i aros ar y blaen. O siaradwyr blaenllaw o’r diwydiant i gyfleoedd ar gyfer rhwydweithio, mae Wythnos Dechnoleg Cymru yn cynnig cyfle i archwilio’r tueddiadau blaengar sy’n sbarduno arloesedd byd-eang. A’r peth gorau am y digwyddiad yw ei fod AM DDIM! Peidiwch â cholli'ch cyfle i fod yn rhan o'r sgwrs a datgloi posibiliadau newydd i'ch busnes. Fe welwn ni chi yno! Sicrhewch eich lle nawr: https://loom.ly/gQa2Yds

Empowering Women in Angel Investment – A Fantastic Event in Cardiff! Last week, I had the honour of attending the inspiring Women Angels of Wales event in Cardiff—an educational and impactful gathering showcasing the incredible work Women Angel of Wales are doing! The event was led with energy, wit, and insight by Nicola Rylett-Jones FIoL, who championed the importance of more women becoming angel investors. Nicola has worked closely with Jenny Tooth OBE to leverage the UKBAA’s education resources to support more women on their journey as angels. The Development Bank of Wales and Carol Hall playing a an instrumental role in supporting Women Angels of Wales, strengthening the ecosystem and unlocking opportunities for female investors and entrepreneurs. Key Highlights from the Event: 📌 Dr. Jill Jones opened with a powerful reflection on the strides Women Angels of Wales have made in recent months and plans for the future. 📌Geraint Hampson-Jones from RBC Brewin Dolphin spoke about their full suite of investment support, helping Welsh investors grow, while also generously hosting the event. 📌 One of the most insightful sessions was the fireside chat between lead angel investor Sara Boltman and Jill Jones. Sara shared her journey from founder to investor and her investment thesis through Butterfly Data. Key takeaways: 💡 “Be confident about your ambition from the start.” 💡 Sara sold 51% of her company to employees for social impact, ensuring they valued their contributions. 💡 Retaining staff and skills builds a healthy, sustainable business culture. 💡 Investing in people leads to long-term success and aligns business growth with ethical values. 👉 “Don’t be afraid to ask ‘stupid’ questions as a new angel investor.” 👉 Long-term founder-investor relationships are key—investors can support companies beyond capital. Sara also emphasised giving back to Wales’ investment ecosystem through Women Angels of Wales and Tramshed. The group provides practical support—from cash flow forecasting to syndicating investments—forming a “wolf pack of knowledge” to strengthen the network of women investors. It was inspiring to see such ambition, innovation, and collaboration in the room. A huge thank you to Nicola Rylett Jones, Jill Jones, Carol Hall, and the Development Bank of Wales for inviting me along, and showing me what a great community is growing in Wales! More information about UKBAA Membership - https://lnkd.in/emg9fJGX Ffion Stuckey Heather Fowler PhD PMP Gwen Vaughan Scott James O'Brien Sara Palmer Lucy Sykes Sara Doust Tramshed Tech Roderick Beer UK Business Angels Association Siân Phillips Stephen Holt Colin Stakem Rachel Sestini Hannah King (Waters) Jessica Phillips-Harris Sarah Smith Rachel Ashley MBA GAICD Susan Nightingale Marla Shapiro Paul Rostand Louise Cummins

A huge thank you to RBC Brewin Dolphin for hosting our third Women Angels of Wales education and pitch event on Wednesday evening. The evening kicked off with an engaging fireside chat with Dr. Jill Jones and our newly appointed lead investor Sara Boltman sharing her founder to investor journey. We then had the privilege of hearing three incredibly high standard presentations from three very different company founders - Victoria Thomas of MamaRo, Gwen Vaughan of Mercury Labs and Lucy Sykes of MeOmics. Thank you all for sharing your visions with us. Also, a huge thank you to Charles Harrewyn UKBAA for joining us and to Development Bank of Wales and British Business Bank for your ongoing support. Our next education and pitch event will take place on Wednesday 30th April. If you’d like to find out more this event or #angelinvesting, get in touch at hello@womenangelsofwales.com #womenbackingwomen #WelshStartups #FemaleFounders Development Bank of Wales Angels Invest Wales British Business Bank UK Business Angels Association RBC Brewin Dolphin Butterfly Data Susan Nightingale Carol Hall