Series Q

🌈 Building a startup can be lonely, but being a LGBTQ+ founder can sometimes feel even lonelier. We're not only navigating building a startup, but also the complexity of being in spaces that might not always accept us. That's why creating spaces where we can build each other up and support one another is so important. I recently had the pleasure of bringing together 12 LGBTQ+ founders for an evening of connection and conversation with Series Q. No pitching. No small talk. No judgment. Just honest conversation over food and wine. In a world where we’re often pressured to mask our true selves to fit in or be taken seriously, it’s liberating to sit on a table with people just gets it. Every time we meet, I’m reminded of the power of community, and also how our experiences of stigma have often times not just made us more resilient but also more compassionate. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening special! 💬 If you’re an LGBTQ+ founder looking for community, reach out! 💬 We’re hosting our next dinner on Oct 1 (Tue) as a pre-event for Sifted Summit. 💬 Sign up here: https://lu.ma/di4w9fnw! Would love to have you at our next supper! 🙂 #LGBTQIA #SeriesQ #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #QueerTech #Community

I was at the Series Q Supper in Soho, Old Compton St (love this road) last Thursday night with 12 other LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs and creators. I adore what Series Q do, if you’re the only LBGTQ+ person in a startup or smaller business, they provide a really important network, so I wanted to give them a little shout-out. It was amazing getting together with a few like-minded people in a chilled environment for some good chats. Thanks to Jaron Soh for arranging.

Early bird ticket sales for this year's Sifted Summit end on FRIDAY — so get yours bought now and save up to £120! What's so special about the Sifted Summit? • Practical, insightful and timely stage and workshop discussions • Smart and insightful speakers • Heaps of side events with community partners like Alma Angels, Founderland, Series Q, LMF NETWORK (Like Minded Females) and Healthtech Pigeon Plus: You get to meet the full pack of Sifted journalists at our drop-in newsroom 😎 2-3 October, London: hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/ep4w2Xai #startups #vc #london #tech

🌈Last week I had the pleasure of joining other LGBTQIA+ founders, entrepreneurs and creators at Series Q Pride celebrations.🌈 Creating safe and opportunity-rich spaces for LGBTQIA+ founders and business owners is not just about inclusivity—it's about driving innovation and harnessing diverse perspectives that lead to stronger, more resilient businesses. By supporting LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs, we empower unique voices and ideas that enrich our communities and the economy. And Series Q does just that! Thanks for a great night! 🌈 #Diversity #Inclusion #LGBTQIA #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth

🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Pride Month is here! Next Thursday we're hosting our annual Pride social at Techspace in London. Everyone - community and allies - is very welcome to come along! It's partly a conversation about bias with Sasha Scott. It's partly a party supported by Grey Goose (it is Pride after all). And it's partly an opportunity to remind everyone across the business community about the importance of inclusion. See you all there! 💥 https://lnkd.in/eZvzxP9B #pride #pride2024 #london #londonevents

A few months ago, Erik Johnson gave me of tour of the unique Lloyd's of London building in the City. What other modernist tower on the planet has a full baroque ballroom on the 18th floor! Moreover, he told me about their dual efforts to champion diversity and to more fully serve the startup community at a time with InsureTech is exploding as an important driver of growth on the London scene. I knew instantly we needed to host a Series Q event there. Next Thursday, we're excited to collaborate with Link: LGBTQ+ Insurance Network to co-host an LGBTQ+ mixer at Lloyd's Lab in this iconic building. Only 10 spots are remaining! RSVP at this link to join us: https://lnkd.in/ePKeHghE #london #lgbt #lgbtq #pride #events

Join us for the "Risky Business" event on the 16th of May, hosted at The Lloyd's of London building in collaboration with Link: LGBTQ+ Insurance Network and Series Q. Together we'll explore how we perceive risk in business, how we deal with it and what entrepreneurs and insurers might be able to learn from each other. The panel of esteemed speakers includes: For Entrepreneurs: Barry T Whyte, Cofounder General Purpose AI Training For Insurers: Hayley Budd, Innovation Class Leader Apollo ibott 1971 Moderator: Erik Johnson, Insurance Executive Link: LGBTQ+ Insurance Network Follow this link to secure your ticket now: https://shorturl.at/jCDQR #RiskyBusiness #LGBTQ+ #LGBTQEntrepreneurs

Series Q is looking forward to partnering with Sifted Summit again in 2024. Stay tuned for details! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️

Last Wednesday I attended my first Series Q event in Holborn. And it was amazing! 🏳️🌈 Series Q supports queer entrepreneurs, creators and business owners looking to grow and thrive. I got to meet some inspirational business leaders and entrepreneurs, network with a room of exceptional queer creators and listen to the journeys of 3 amazing speakers who spoke about the ups and downs of growing a successful business. 🏳️🌈 I was in the closet until my 30s, and since then it's been a beautiful journey of embracing my queerness. Every day I'm more gay! 🏳️🌈 And events like these really help nourish my journey. Find your space. Find your people. Embrace who you are and love it! 💜 #womenindesign #queercommunity #growth

Attended another terrific and authentic #LGBTQ Entrepreneur event by Series Q hosted by WeWork where founders described their hopes and dreams and the journey they are on - with all the Shakespearean ups and downs that come with startup life. Joëlle Rotsaert Co-Founder of Injectual Joelle D’Fontaine - Founder of AtYourBeat Mike Buonaiuto - Author, Founder Therapy & Exited Founder of Shape History Congrats to Barry T Whyte and Jonas Haefele for creating such a great program for founders. #founders #foundertherapy #VC #entrepreneur #London