Ready Steady Grow
What will the event cover?
This session brings the local startup ecosystem together, expanding knowledge on the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) while supporting connections through networking.
Attendees will hear from SME industry experts and a panel of investors about:
Best practices and common pitfalls in EIS/SEIS
Investor perspectives and insights
Real-world startup journeys supported by EIS/SEIS investment
Practical first steps for founders seeking investment
The event aims to provide actionable insights and opportunities to connect with peers, investors, and advisors in the startup and investment space.
Agenda
17:30 - 18:00 – Registration
18:00 - 18:05 – Welcome | Olivia Wing
18:05 - 18:15 – EIS Dos and Don’ts | Olivia Wing
18:15 - 18:35 – Under the bonnet with the investors | Huw Bishop • Sam Huxtable • Olivia Wing
18:35 - 18:45 – Journey of a Startup with S/EIS Investment
18:45 - 19:00 – First steps for founders | Harry Bell • Jessica Phillips-Harris • Olivia Wing • Basit Mohammed
19:00 - 19:05 – Closing comments from the EIS Association | Olivia Wing
19:05 - 20:30 – Networking Reception with Drinks and Canapés
Who is the event for?
This session is designed for founders, small businesses, investors, IFAs, entrepreneurs, and business advisers—anyone involved in the investment or startup ecosystem looking to expand their knowledge, learn from experts, and build valuable connections.