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You are invited to our Barclays Black Founder Accelerator Showcase Day! 🚀 The fifth edition of this accelerator was designed to help 25 black-led digitally-enabled startups at the pre-seed and seed stages accelerate and grow. We'd love to have you join us to witness the incredible journey the founders have been on, and to see them pitch in front of a live audience and judges! 📆 24 October 2024 | ⏲️ 11:00 - 15:00 📍 x+why The Orchard, 1 Great Cumberland Place Floor 8, London We're so excited to be joined by an incredible keynote speaker, Dama Sathianathan. Dama is the Senior Partner and Head of Origination at Bethnal Green Ventures, Europe's leading early-stage tech for good VC, backing ambitious founders using tech to tackle pressing social and environmental challenges at scale. At BGV, she leads on deal flow, community and networks, driving their efforts to act with integrity on diversity, equity and inclusion and fuel the broader tech for good movement across the UK. To join us for showcase Day, register here: https://lnkd.in/eS_kYX2s Barclays Eagle Labs #BarclaysBFA #BlackFounders #AccelerateAndGrow #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #pitching

Let’s raise a glass to Black-owned businesses and the incredible founders in our Wray Forward Powerbook 💚 From tech innovators to food trailblazers, join us in celebrating and congratulating the people making big moves in the UK business world 🏆 ⭐️Adedapo Dalley: Adedapo’s goal is to transform the events market by providing a one-stop platform that meets all event needs - revolutionising the events industry by creating a user-friendly platform that streamlines the process of planning and organising events for consumers. ⭐️Cecile Bentil-Willieson: Cecile, found of Just Fab Kitchen, is creating an inclusive dining experience where everyone, regardless of their dietary preferences, can enjoy delicious, high-quality meals. ⭐️Jodienne Ball: At BakeYard, Jodiennes’s social mission is to help meet the ‘kneads’ of local young people through baking, cooking and community building. Aiming to provide practical work experience + training. ⭐️Mweemba Ntembe: With Tammwe, Mweemba is aiming tackle unemployment and poverty by connecting African freelancers and refugees with global startups, SMEs, and individuals. Mweemba believes in creating meaningful work opportunities that ensure fair compensation for fair work. ⭐️Samantha Newell: Samantha is a Brand Strategist, Speaker, and Co-Founder and Director of Operations at Yard + Parish, the UK’s first eco-luxury wellness platform championing independent Black-owned businesses. Meet the 25 remarkable honourees here: https://lnkd.in/e-VwyCim 💚 Stay tuned for more founder announcements soon! -- Wray Forward is a free, inclusive and accessible programme brought to you by Wray & Nephew to champion the forward movement of Black businesses all over the UK. #WrayForward #WrayForwardPowerbook

Calling all entrepreneurs! Join us for the 'Show Me The Money' workshop with Arlyne Chinyanganya, Founder of Roots to Froots. Discover the secrets of fundraising and capital sourcing in this FREE virtual workshop, part of the #WrayForward ↗️↗️ programme! Hear from Arlyne on how this session will support you to gain financial literacy, manage cash flow effectively, and explore various funding options to secure your venture's success. One lucky attendee will also win an exclusive discount on accounting services, allowing you to take control of your business finances and secure the funding you need! 💸 In this workshop, you will: ➡️ Master the art of developing realistic financial projections and budgets for your venture ➡️ Implement strategies to enhance cash flow and optimise working capital management ➡️ Determine the most suitable funding options for your business's stage and requirements ➡️ Devise strategies to mitigate and manage financial risks effectively ➡️ Understand the crucial role of financial literacy in business ownership and success 📅 16 October 2024 | ⏲️ 18:30 - 20:30 | 📍 Virtual Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/eWrSdc3b Join the family and become part of the Wray Forward ecosystem 💚💚. -- Wray Forward is a free, inclusive and accessible programme brought to you by Wray & Nephew to champion the forward movement of Black businesses all over the UK.

🌟 We’re thrilled to spotlight the incredible individuals nominated for the Ally of the Year Award at the Foundervine Future Awards! 🎉✨ This award honours those who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to fostering inclusivity, equality, and diversity to champion the rights and well-being of others. Meet our outstanding nominees: ✨John Mayford ✨Lee Chambers ✨Jem Stein ✨Nana Agyemang ✨Sarah M. 🗳️ Vote Now: https://lnkd.in/eKuqBP7z ⏰ Voting Deadline: 06 November 2024 #AllyOfTheYear #FoundervineFutureAwards #Inclusion #Diversity #SocialJustice #Changemakers

Our Immerse Community Gathering in the Midlands is less than a week away, and we have an amazing offering for you! ✨ Join us on 12 October for exclusive one-to-one consultancy sessions with experts in Leadership Development, Investment, and Pitching. This is your chance to get personalised advice that will help you scale faster, pitch stronger, and lead with confidence! Meet the experts who are ready to provide you with meaningful guidance and feedback to help you grow and achieve your goals more effectively. 🗣️ Natalia Loza, Funding Readiness Manager & Expert, Capital Enterprise 🗣️ Neil Bland, Area Business Manager, Lloyds Banking Group 🗣️ Pamela Aculey, CEO & Founder, Just Like Me Books & MIXD Reality 🗣️ Kwame Boateng, Founder, Ingrained Oil 🗣️ Mexy Thomas, Co-Founder, The CCC Awards We will be taking bookings for one-to-one mentoring slots on the day of the event and they'll be available on first come first served basis. Don't miss out on this opportunity, secure your ticket now! 📅 12 October 2024 | ⏰ 14:00 - 18:00 📍 X+Why 103 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 3AG 🎟️ Free tickets: https://lnkd.in/gJHy738i #FVImmerse #Foundervine #StartupOpportunities #networking #Entrepreneurs #CommunityGathering #startups #founders #Birmingham #mentoring

Do you have a business venture that deserves an audience? Join us at the Wray Forward ↗️↗️ Pitch Nights! This evening is a fantastic opportunity for Black-owned businesses to take the stage for the chance to win grant funding. With that in mind, it's time to meet the wonderful judges who will use their expertise to decide who has the most ground-breaking pitch! 🎤 Dan Pandeni Idhenga, Co-Founder & Partner at London Venture Capital Network 🎤 Marina Santos, Marketing Director for Campari Group 🎤 Ash Phillips, Founder at Rebellious Co 📅 07 November 2024 | ⏲️ 18:00 - 21:00 | 📍 Campari 14-16 Great Portland St, London W1W 8QW Register to pitch or attend: https://lnkd.in/ea7uD7zt For more info about the eligibility criteria to pitch, please click here: https://lnkd.in/eX5ZvFBT Join the family and become part of the Wray Forward ecosystem 💚💚. — Wray Forward is a free, inclusive and accessible programme brought to you by Wray & Nephew to champion the forward movement of Black businesses all over the UK. #WrayForward

Our Immerse Community Gathering event is almost upon us! Do you have your ticket yet? 👀✨ It's time for you to meet the phenomenal speakers who will share invaluable insights into the Secrets to Black Business Success. This fantastic panel brings together seasoned founders who will explore how Birmingham’s unique geographical and cultural landscape can be a catalyst for Black-owned business success. 🗣️ Mexy Thomas, Co-Founder, The CCC Awards 🗣️ Eugene Patterson Revibed Drinks (Raising SEIS/EIS), Co-founder, Revibed Drinks 🗣️ Pamela Aculey, CEO & Founder, Just Like Me Books & MIXD Reality 🗣️ Kufa Matiya, Founder, FutureMatch You do not want to miss out on the opportunity to build connections and hear from those who are successfully navigating the business economy. Register for your free ticket now! 📅 12 October 2024 | ⏰ 14:00 - 18:00 📍 X+Why 103 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 3AG 🎟️ Free tickets: https://lnkd.in/gJHy738i Community Gathering brings together a mix of founders, working professionals, investors, mentors, speakers, & Lloyds Bank team members to help you build connections and foster growth within the community! #FVImmerse #Foundervine #StartupOpportunities #networking #Entrepreneurs #CommunityGathering #startups #founders #Birmingham

🚀We're Hiring🚀 Foundervine is looking for a talented and experienced Programme Manager to play a key role in shaping and overseeing the delivery of our innovative programmes and events. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, organise, and execute high-quality programmes that drive growth and success for our community. If you're ready to bring your data-driven mindset, project management skills, and passion for entrepreneurship to a dynamic and mission-driven team, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary: https://bit.ly/3N9TSmM #Hiring #ProgrammesManager #Entrepreneurship #CareerOpportunity #Empowerment #Leadership #Foundervine #ImpactDriven #JoinOurTeam

The Wray Forward Powerbook is officially here 💥 Today, Foundervine, in partnership with Wray and Nephew UK launches the inaugural ‘Wray Forward Powerbook’, a list recognising outstanding Black founders excelling in the UK business space🏆 These founders are making significant strides in underrepresented sectors, overcoming challenges, and setting new benchmarks for success. ️⭐️ Natalie Dinning, Lesley's Sauces: Sharing culture through incredible flavours, Natalie has been running Lesley’s Sauces for 4 years and is shaking up the premium food retail space making Caribbean Food brands more present in this sector. ️ ⭐️ Kufa Matiya, FutureMatch: Kufa, founder of FutureMatch, is transforming how organisations attract and hire early careers talent. Futurematch knows that there is a disconnect and their mission is to reconnect education, organisations and talent. ️ ⭐ ️Gbemi Shitta, @SweetDoughtTings: Gbemi is Founder and CEO of SweetDoughThings, an award winning innovative confectionery company focused on developing treats for people with dietary restrictions or wanting a healthier option. In addition to her role at SweetDoughThings, Gbemi is passionate about being a voice for the underrepresented. ️⭐ ️Nadu Placca Rodriguez, The Zoo XYZ: Nadu is an experienced event producer and the founder of The Zoo XYZ a global purpose-driven event agency. The Zoo XYZ is an extension and a culmination of Nadu’s passion for curating memorable experiences built on expertise and community. ️⭐️ Kwame Boateng, Ingrained Oil: Kwame is on a mission with Ingrained Oil to redefine the fragrance experience, allowing everyone to enjoy scents without the adverse effects of traditional perfumes. Their goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering fragrance line that encourages individuals to express themselves freely and confidently. Meet the 25 remarkable honourees here: https://lnkd.in/e-VwyCim 💚 Please join us in celebrating our first round of incredible founders and stay tuned for more founder announcements soon! 📸 Ron Timehin -- Wray Forward is a free, inclusive and accessible programme brought to you by Wray & Nephew to champion the forward movement of Black businesses all over the UK. #WrayForward #WrayForwardPowerbook

We’re thrilled to announce that SMADE, the visionary behind AfroNation the world’s largest Afrobeats music festival, will be joining us for an exclusive fireside chat at our upcoming Creative Founders Connect event at Meta HQ!🎉 SMADE’s incredible journey from hosting university house parties to building a global music brand is a testament to passion, persistence, and innovation. He’ll be sharing the key moments that defined his path, the challenges he overcame, and the invaluable lessons that helped shape his success. Whether you're looking to build a brand, scale your business, or simply be inspired by a remarkable entrepreneurial story, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! Register now and be a part of this transformative event: https://lnkd.in/e4yh_39p SMADE Entertainment Limited #CreativeFoundersConnect #AfroNation #SMADE #FiresideChat #EntertainmentEntrepreneur #CreativeIndustries #MetaHQ #Inspiration #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth