Anglia Capital Group

"Angel investing gives you so much more of a sense of impact....." We chat to ACG member Stephanie Mathern about what she enjoys about angel investing. #AngelInvesting #Impact #SupportingBusiness Capital at risk, and this communication is directed exclusively to professional investors only. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more - https://lnkd.in/eM9Qfixh

📢 The next ACG Pitching event is coming up on 27th September at The EpiCentre at Haverhill 📢 This is a special ACG pitching event where we will be focussing on female founded businesses. In partnership with Birketts LLP, RSM UK and TEC Partners - Technical Recruitment Specialists Attendees will need to self-certify as HNW or Sophisticated Investor. Capital at risk, and this communication is directed exclusively to professional investors only. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more- https://lnkd.in/eM9Qfixh

Join Connected Innovation and Innovate UK at Norwich Research Park on 12th September for the Innovate Local event which promises to be a catalyst for business innovation and growth throughout the East of England. Explore the importance of innovation and how it can: 💡 Drive Business Growth: Learn how innovation can lead to increased profitability, market share, and customer loyalty. 💡Boost Competitiveness: Discover how staying ahead of industry trends and embracing innovation can give your business a competitive edge. 💡Foster Resilience: In today’s ever-changing business landscape, innovation is a key driver of adaptability and long-term success. Find out more and register - https://lnkd.in/ewdFikwC James Allen Scott Cogman #Innovation #Norfolk #Suffolk #BusinessCommunity

Great to see Norfolk & Suffolk start-ups being represented on the Cambridge Tech Podcast this week. Do have a listen over your #MorningCoffee #Podcast #Norfolk #Suffolk #StartUps

Connected Innovation is delighted to be partnering with Innovate UK as the Innovate Local programme comes to the East of England, hosted at Norwich Research Park on 12 September. The event is tailored to the region's innovation strengths and priorities, providing an opportunity for businesses to connect with key partners to learn about the innovation support available and to hear from regional innovators about their innovation journeys. Join us and fast-track your new ideas. Let's innovate together! Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/ewdFikwC #InnovateLocal I #InnovateEast I Innovate UK Business Connect I Innovate UK East I Howard Partridge I James Allen I Scott Cogman I Katie Snell I Norwich Research Park

📣 Female entrepreneurs can unlock £250 billion value to the UK economy. That's mega growth! I wanted to share a little project to kickstart that 👉 Womenled. com A directory to find and buy from women-led businesses We're starting with service-led businesses because they're a massive part of the economy But often overlooked by their sexier cousins - the tech businesses! So you'll be able to find ✅ HR support ✅ Marketing agencies ✅ PR agencies ✅ Accountants ✅ Coaches, consultants and more ✅ Non-execs to advisors ✅ Fractional CFO and marketing We tested this idea in advance (always test before going all in!) and early reports back from 250 members 👉 winning new clients, finding strategic partners and 2 found their co-founder 🔥 We can all help by buying from women-led businesses 🙏 Next time you need a new supplier make sure that you are reviewing a diverse mix 🙏 ♻️ Reshare for any female-founded businesses that might want to join us. Or tag someone that might want to know about this.

📣 Upscale is back! We're excited to open applications for our renowned #Upscale programme, equipping scaleups on the road to raising Series B. Catered to ambitious founders and their leadership teams, #Upscale will look to accelerate the growth of the UK's most promising mid-stage tech companies by equipping them with the knowledge, connections and tools needed to successfully scale up, with emphasis on preparing for Series B investment. The 3 month programme consists of expert-led workshops, peer-to-peer support and access to a vast network of successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders. These resources will help to ensure a comprehensive support system is in place for those businesses seeking rapid expansion and sustainable growth within their field. Join our established Upscale programme to: 💬 Connect Engage in peer-to-peer support with fellow founders to share insights, experiences, and advice. 👥 Network Build relationships with senior executives and industry leaders to expand your professional network. 🔎 Deep Dive Participate in specialised workshops focusing on key areas like People, Operations, and Finance. 💸 Prepare Equip your company with the strategies and knowledge needed to secure Series B funding. 🔑 Access Tap into the expertise of Upscale Coaches, Alumni, and the Founders Forum Group investor network. 🌟 Shine Gain recognition as one of the fastest-growing companies in the UK, enhancing your market presence through opportunities for exposure. ⏰ Applications will be open until 19th August, with the programme starting on 24th September 2024. For more details and how to apply, follow this link 👉 https://lnkd.in/g8_4X8V HSBC Innovation Banking | Founders Forum Group Jos Smart | Chantelle Young | Deanna Emeny | Ellie Steel | Emily Miller | Sammy Fry | Johnny M. | Marco De Novellis | Francesca Arese Lucini | Carolyn Dawson | Brent Hoberman #Upscale #WeAreTechNation #TechNation #Startups #Founders #InnovationForAll #SupportingScaleups #SeriesBSupport

This week we are joined by Laura Hood from Anglia Capital Group who tells us all about The Halo Programme, an investment readiness venture which takes participants through an intensive ten week series of workshops to help them prepare to take on angel investments. We also have Mark Merrywest, founder and CEO of Yond and Alex Howard, Managing Director AAH Software Limited, with us to share their experiences taking part in the programme. #CamTechPod

Why are we hosting an event exclusively for women who are interested in getting into #AngelInvesting? 🙋♀️ Across the UK just 14% of angel investors are female. 💵 Around 2% of early stage equity funding goes to female founded companies. 📈 25-50% of a female angel's portfolio is made up of female founded companies. The more women we see getting funded, the more we will see successfully exiting with the capacity to invest in other women. We need to build that virtuous circle. We are hosting an event on 27th September where we welcome women who are interested in finding out more about angel investing. Register here - https://lnkd.in/eZgDW4wv With special thanks to British Business Bank for supporting this event. Attendees will need to self-certify as HNW or Sophisticated Investor. Capital at risk, and this communication is directed exclusively to professional investors only. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more- https://lnkd.in/eM9Qfixh #FemaleAngelInvestor #AngelInvestors #WomenInFinance Hannah Smith Laura Hood Andrea Finegan Sarah Quinlan Helen Withers Kate Leonard Kim Uzzell Stephanie Mathern