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Redefining angel investment for female founders

Female Founders: Redefining angel investment to inspire inclusion

Friday (8th March) marks International Women’s Day (IWD) with this year’s campaign theme being ‘Inspire Inclusion’. I can’t help but feel despondent though, last
What angel investors look for in startups.

What angel investors look for in start-ups

Angel investors play an important role in the growth and expansion of startups. According to the 2021 Scale-Up Institute Annual Review on the State
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Pitch deck: How to include your go-to-market strategy

A ‘Go-to-market’ (GTM) strategy is a must-have in any pitch deck. It’s where founders showcase their approach for entering their market successfully, and the
Startups Magazine article: How to build confidence before pitching for investment.

How to build confidence before pitching for investment

Presenting is often cited as most peoples’ “greatest fear”. It’s unsurprising then that founders often lack confidence when pitching, especially if pitching is new
Future-proof your startup with engagement marketing.

Master engagement marketing: and you’ll future-proof your startup

Investors expect a clear, well-targeted startup marketing strategy if you are going to attract their investment. But, pre-funding when you are still in “hustle
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Networking with startup investors: 5 tips to network successfully

Raising equity investment becomes easier when you pitch to startup investors you have previously engaged with or spoken to, or have been introduced to.
Looking for startup investors? Our guide will help

Looking for funding? Here’s your step-by-step guide to finding startup investors

Starting a business is exhilarating, but finding the startup funding to fuel your dreams can be a daunting task. Not only will you have
Startup Funding: A guide to navigating the funding journey

Breakthrough Way To Locate Angel Investors And The Startup Funding You Need

One of the most frequent questions we are asked is “What’s the best way to fund my startup?” Startup funding doesn’t have to mean
Dorset LEP Announces Funding Accelerator Support for Local Businesses

Valuable Equity Funding Now Available For Dorset Businesses

Valuable Equity Funding Now Available! Dorset LEP announces Funding Accelerator support for Dorset businesses and is calling on local businesses, that are looking to