JOIN US AT THE UPSCALE LAUNCH

Whether you're looking to scale rapidly after a recent raise, or about to begin planning for your Series B raise - notoriously the most difficult fundraising round - our Upscale programme looks to provide the vital support needed to take businesses to the next level!

Back by popular demand and into its ninth iteration, we invite you to join us at the Tech Nation Upscale Programme Launch, where we will be announcing this year's cohort of the 25 fastest growing UK scaleups. Our networking breakfast presents a unique opportunity to learn more about the Upscale programme and rub shoulders with the founders of the newly announced cohort.

Following the announcement of this years cohort, event attendees will also have the opportunity to gain a thorough understanding as to what to expect from the programme, as well as listen insightful discussed from our programme partners and alumni.

 

EVENT DETAILS

TUESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER

09:30 - 11:45AM

Century Club, 61-63 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 6LQ

 

A SNEAK PEEK OF THE THEMES TO BE DISCUSSED

  • Upscale Launch 2024: Cohort Announcement & What to Expect from the Programme with Carolyn Dawson, CEO, Founders Forum Group & Johnny Mayo, Programme Lead
  • Panel discussion: Future of the UK Scaleup Landscape - Challenges & Opportunities
  • Hear from one of Upscale's first alumni Aron Gelbard, founder, Bloom & Wild on his founder journey and what he wished he had known

Plus plenty of time to network with members of this years cohort, as well as alumni, investors and many other attendees!

OUR SPEAKERS

Aron Gelbard
Mr Aron Gelbard
founder
Bloom & Wild
Johnny Mayo
Mr Johnny Mayo
Future Fifty Lead
Tech Nation
Daniel Glazer
Daniel Glazer
London Office Managing Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Sultan Murad Saidov
Sultan Murad Saidov
Founder
Beamery
Carolyn Dawson
Carolyn Dawson OBE
CEO
Founders Forum Group
Carolyn is CEO of Founders Forum Group, a global community. Carolyn's remit includes Founders Forum's events portfolio and its broader business network, supporting founders and disruptors with businesses. Previously, Carolyn was President at Informa Tech, and presided over the joint venture between Founders Forum and Informa Tech. She is a member of the UK Government's Digital Economy Council and has led LondonTech Week for seven years.
Rachel Gurney
Ms Rachel Gurney
Co-Founder
Founders Comms
Lisa Jacobs
Ms Lisa Jacobs
CEO
Funding Circle
Lisa Jacobs is Chief Executive Officer of Funding Circle, a role she has held since January 2022.

She joined the business in 2012 and has played a central role in its growth, previously serving as UK Managing Director and Chief Strategy Officer. Lisa’s previous experience includes consulting at Boston Consulting Group, specialising in financial services.

OUR PROGRAMME PARTNERS

Founding Partner

HSBC Innovation Banking

Lead Partner

Wilson Sonsini

Partner

OakNorth Bank

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