UK Business Angels Association

🤝 We would like to extend our thanks to our venue partner, Bruntwood SciTech for their incredible generosity in hosting our northern summit in Manchester on 13th November! Bruntwood SciTech is the country’s leading developer of city-wide innovation ecosystems, and the largest dedicated property platform for the UK knowledge economy. Alongside a 50-year track record in the property industry, they bring a wealth of experience in creating and developing strategic partnerships with UK regional cities, universities and NHS Trusts. Make sure to visit our website to find out more about our event partners! https://lnkd.in/eYeMqpzG

🚀 Get ready for our Early-Stage Investment Summit in London on December 4th! Join us for an engaging panel discussion on The Green Agenda: Investment Opportunities in Sustainability, where we'll explore the UK's pioneering role in green tech and the future of clean energy and decarbonisation. We'll hear from: Eloise Morgan, Paragon Brokers 🔋 Cam Ross, Green Angel Ventures Douglas Hansen-Luke, Future Planet Capital Susannah McClintock, Clean Growth Fund Richard Halsey, Energy Systems Catapult 🎤We're also excited to share some of our featured keynote speakers: Stephen Welton CBE, British Business Bank Lai Wah Co, Bank of England Scott James O'Brien, Innovate UK Matt Adey, British Business Bank Don’t miss out on exclusive insights from top industry leaders - reserve your spot today! Link: https://lnkd.in/ejZs2ScE

🔒 Unlocking Growth Through Angel Investment We welcome initiatives that mobilise the UK’s deep pools of institutional capital to facilitate more investment in high-growth, UK-based businesses. Angel investment has an important role in supporting the objectives of the new National Wealth Fund, bringing risk capital to early-stage innovators developing pivotal technology solutions and applications to address challenges to green growth and sustainability and ensure long term social impact. Read more in our high-level overview called ‘Unlocking Growth through Angel Capital,’ which you can download from the link below. https://lnkd.in/eMqnV7k6

🤝 We're really excited to have Innovate UK partnering with us for ESIS North! Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, is the UK’s innovation agency. Innovate UK works to create a better future by inspiring, involving and investing in businesses developing life-changing innovations. Find out more and get your tickets now! https://lnkd.in/eZ-Xri-C

We're excited to share the line-up for two of our panels at the Early-Stage Investment Summit in Manchester on November 13th! 📈Strategic Shifts in Investment Post-Budget This panel will explore devolution's impact on Northern investment and economic growth. 🛍️ Investing in B2C Businesses This session will see our panellists delving into consumer-focused investments, market trends, and tech's role in shaping customer experiences. Don't miss out on these insightful discussions! Secure your spot now and join industry leaders for a day of thought-provoking conversations and networking opportunities. 🎟️: https://lnkd.in/eHymd7Dv Henri Murison of The Northern Powerhouse Partnership Marion Bernard of Northern Gritstone Mark Hughes MBE of The Growth Company Chris Oglesby of Bruntwood Helen Oldham of Lifted Ventures Michiel Smith of Apollo Informal Investments Mike Martin of True. Roger Wade of Boxfund VC

🔒 Unlocking Growth Through Angel Investment As we approach the announcement of the upcoming budget, we wanted to take a moment to update you on the significant efforts we have been making on behalf of our members. We have been working diligently behind the scenes, engaging with key organisations and stakeholders to ensure that your voices are heard at the highest levels. Our team has participated in numerous discussions and consultations, advocating for policies that support and enhance the growth of early-stage investments. We wanted to ensure you were aware of our collective position on key areas and so have compiled a high-level overview called ‘Unlocking Growth through Angel Capital’ which you can download in the link below. https://lnkd.in/eF3Pva82

🤝 We are very pleased to welcome Paragon Brokers on board as a Silver sponsor for the Southern leg of our Early-Stage Investment Summit. Paragon is a specialist insurance broker providing tailored solutions for investors, startups, and scaleups across the investment ecosystem, offering comprehensive risk management and coverage from incorporation through exit. Make sure to visit the Summit website to find out more about the event, and our partners! https://lnkd.in/ebRWyPMH Eloise Morgan Steven Porter

🙌 Secure your spot in our exclusive Venture Into Investing course this November! Looking to elevate your investment strategy? Eager to network with experienced investors and industry leaders? Featuring special guest speakers and a unique, cutting-edge approach, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! Why join this course? 🌎 Get a genuine understanding of operating in the early-stage investment ecosystem. ❔ Access dedicated legal counsel and experienced co-investors for guidance. 💡 Learn from and invest alongside seasoned investors, gaining hands-on experience with every aspect of a deal. Join our next cohort today: https://lnkd.in/erT_XuP6 Cornel Chiriac Dama Sathianathan Roderick Beer Chloe Vernon-Shore Fred Soneya Harry Trick

⭐ Welcoming Alison Caulfield to the UKBAA! Alison is a Chartered Tax Adviser and a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Alison focusses on working with Entrepreneurs to guide them through the SEIS, EIS and VCT legislation to ensure they are investor ready and provide ongoing advice to those companies. Alison is a highly respected expert in her field, offering impartial advice on legal, tax, and regulatory matters for UKBAA members. As a key member of the committee, she helps shape best practices in these areas, supporting the early-stage investment ecosystem. Find out more about Alison: https://lnkd.in/gc5ZhFt2

🚀 Last chance to get your Early bird tickets for the Northern leg of our Early-Stage Investment Summit! 🎟️ Don’t miss out on this exclusive chance to grab discounted tickets, ending this Friday! By attending, you’ll access dynamic panel discussions with key speakers, keynote talks, and powerful networking sessions. Gain insights from top experts, hear success stories, and connect with innovators driven by growth and new opportunities. 👩💻 Non-members can use the code: ESISEBNONMEMBER 💻 Members can access their code in their dashboard 🗓️ Nov 13, 2024 📍 Manchester 🎫 https://lnkd.in/enEsCBi4 #ESIS2024 #EarlyStageInvestment #UKBAAESIS