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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 securing the startup funding to fuel your dreams can be daunting. Not only do you need to prepare
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 I’m asked is, “What’s the best way to fund my startup?” It’s a great question—and one that’s often
Dorset LEP Announces Funding Accelerator Support for Local Businesses

Valuable Equity Funding Now Available For Dorset Businesses

The Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) announced a valuable opportunity for local businesses seeking equity funding which began in January 2024. In collaboration with
Hatty Fawcett, Finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2023

What being a finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards has taught me

My weak spot is I don’t like talking about my entrepreneurial achievements. I think it dates back to my childhood when I was told
How to choose your cofounder

Choose your startup co-founder wisely

So you’ve had a light-bulb moment, a world-changing idea – you’re excited and want to share it with the world. But where do you
Whats the best way to fund my business

Advice From 10 Founders: Proven Ways To Fund Your Business

One of the fundamental questions, and perhaps the most frequently asked when it comes to business growth, is “What’s the best way to fund
Funding Accelerator Mentor Elliott Gaspar explains what investors look for in a financial forecast for investors

3 Things That will Make Your Financial Forecast Attractive

Much like brewing a delicious cup of coffee, a compelling financial forecast for investors requires a complex blend of data, strategy, and storytelling. It’s
How equity investors can better support underrepresented founders

How equity investors can better support underrepresented founders

Equity investors play a crucial role in the growth journey of any start-up. For underrepresented founders, securing equity investment presents an even greater challenge.