Reflecting on an incredible year at angelgroups as we host our final pitching session of 2025 today.

As we look back on the past 12 months, one thing stands out above everything else: the strength of our community.

This year has been one of meaningful growth, new milestones, and shared achievements – and none of it would have been possible without the continued support of our investors, founders, and partners.

Over the last year, we’ve:

– Delivered 40+ events across the UK, bringing together talented founders and engaged investors in rooms full of energy, ideas, and opportunity. Every pitch, workshop, and social has reinforced just how powerful the right connections can be.

– Expanded our team, welcoming two brilliant new colleagues who’ve brought fresh skills, energy, and perspective. Their passion for supporting early-stage businesses has helped us level up the experience for both founders and investors.

– Strengthened key partnerships, collaborating with organisations and individuals who share our belief in backing ambitious businesses and fuelling innovation – amplifying both our reach and impact.

– Supported an even broader range of businesses, working closely with founders pushing boundaries across sectors – from emerging tech to transformative solutions in more traditional industries.

– Grown our investor network, welcoming new members whose insight, experience, and enthusiasm continue to raise the bar. The engagement and feedback at each event speaks volumes about the quality of this community.

This year has reminded us why we do what we do – the conversations, the connections, and those moments of shared excitement when a business takes it’s next step.

To everyone who’s been part of our journey this year: thank you. Your commitment, collaboration, and belief in our mission drives everything we do.

We’re incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and even more excited for what lies ahead.

Here’s to another year of growth, impact, and opportunities created together.

We’re excited to share that a business that recently pitched with us has received interest from 27 angels – a new all-time record for angelgroups!

This milestone highlights not only the strength of the business and its outstanding team, but also the power of our incredible community of passionate, engaged investors who believe in early-stage innovation.

Every pitch session reminds us of what’s possible when ambitious founders connect with experienced angels eager to support their growth.

A huge congratulations to the team involved, and a heartfelt thank you to all the angels who continue to make angelgroups such a dynamic and supportive network.

In just under a week’s time, we’ll be returning to the capital for our second pitching session – and we couldn’t be more excited after the fantastic success of our recent London launch event.

Date: Tuesday 14th October
Time: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Venue: Womble Bond Dickinson, London

Join us as a fantastic lineup of founders showcase their innovative businesses to our community of engaged investors. It’s set to be another inspiring afternoon filled with connections, conversations, and opportunities.

If you’d like to find out more or get involved, please reach out at [email protected] – we’d love to hear from you!

At angelgroups, what happens behind the scenes is just as important as what happens on screen or in the room.

Every event we host is the result of hours of preparation, strategic founder coaching, and careful investor matchmaking. We’re not just lining up pitch decks – we’re curating connections, aligning values, and ensuring both startups and investors are set up for meaningful engagement.

We take a hands-on approach with every founder, helping them refine their pitch, anticipate tough questions, and present their business with confidence. For investors, we focus on quality over quantity, surfacing opportunities that are well-prepared, high-potential, and aligned with their investment focus, because at angelgroups, we’re not just a platform or a database – we’re a community. One that’s built on trust, experience, and a shared mission to support the next generation of standout startups.

Curious to learn more about how we work with founders and investors alike? Get in touch – [email protected]

Whether you’re based at a university, considering a move into venture capital, or already immersed in the innovation ecosystem, you’ll know how challenging it can be for founders to secure early-stage funding. If you’re passionate about changing that, this is your chance to learn how to build a thriving community of investors who back exceptional entrepreneurs.

Martin Avison, Founder of angelgroups – one of the UK’s largest and most active angel networks is hosting two online sessions. He’ll be joined by Charles Harrewyn as they have a fire-side chat, where they will share practical insights and lessons learned from Martin’s years of building, managing, and growing a successful angel group.

Who should attend?
– Aspiring angel network founders
– University and accelerator programme leaders
– Angels looking to expand their impact
– Anyone curious about the inner workings of angel networks

📅 Session 1: 22nd October – 4 – 5:30pm (Zoom)
🔗 Register here – https://lnkd.in/eKh-7Rt4
📅 Session 2: 29th October – 4 – 5:30pm (Zoom)
🔗 Register here – https://lnkd.in/eJJ8nbpw

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable knowledge and connect with others shaping the future of early-stage investing.

Our Leeds Pitching Event Returns Next Week!

After a summer break, our Leeds Pitching Event is back – and we’re really looking forward to it.

Six founders will be pitching their businesses to our investors, from sectors such as Software, Consumer Products, Finance, and Technology. It’s set to be a fantastic session!

If you’re interested in joining us, please email [email protected] for more information. We’d love to see you there.

We’re thrilled to welcome Charles Harrewyn to the angelgroups team!

Joining us as Head of Growth & Investor Communities, Charles is driving our mission to expand angelgroups’ reach and deepen engagement with investors across the UK.

He’ll be working closely with regional angel groups to implement innovative software tools that streamline operations, boost deal flow and create even more value for our investor community.

Based in the South of England, Charles is spearheading a dynamic programme of investor events and launching the 100 Club – an exclusive community of active investors committed to backing the UK’s most exciting high-growth businesses.

Please join us in giving Charles a warm welcome – we’re excited for everything that lies ahead!

Happy Yorkshire Day from angelgroups!

Today, on the 1st of August, we’re proudly celebrating everything that makes Yorkshire so special – not just the stunning landscapes and rich heritage, but the thriving entrepreneurial spirit that runs through its towns and cities.

As a Yorkshire-based organisation, we feel incredibly privileged to work alongside some of the region’s most inspiring founders and forward-thinking angel investors. From cutting-edge innovations to purpose-driven startups, Yorkshire is full of businesses making a real impact and we’re proud to play a part in their journeys.

To our incredible community of local angels and founders – thank you for your vision, drive and support. You’re what makes this ecosystem so powerful.
We’d love to see your favourite snapshots, stories or memories of doing business in Yorkshire – feel free to share them below!

Here’s to our county, our community, and the brilliant businesses shaping the future from right here in Yorkshire.

We’re coming to London!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new pitch location in London, bringing even more high-quality investment opportunities to our angel community.

This expansion means:
✅ Access to some of the UK’s most exciting early-stage businesses
✅ The chance to connect with more like-minded investors
✅ More opportunities to back high-growth ventures at the earliest stages

We can’t wait to welcome our angel investors to this new hub for innovation and deal flow on the 24th September.

👉 Interested in joining us for the first London pitch event? Get in touch via [email protected] or register here – https://angelgroups.incluziv.co.uk/register-as and be part of shaping the future of early-stage investment.

Exciting News from angelgroups!

We’re expanding! angelgroups will soon be hosting pitching sessions in a brand-new location, bringing even more incredible businesses and investors together.

Our mission has always been to connect innovative founders with the right investors, and this new location is another step in growing that thriving community.

Where are we heading next? Stay tuned — we’ll be revealing the location very soon!

If you’re an investor looking for high-quality deal flow or a business seeking growth funding, now is the perfect time to get involved – get in touch via [email protected]

Live from Leeds!

Today marks our final in-person pitching session of the summer, and we’re excited to be hosting it in Leeds. Martin is on the ground getting ready for what promises to be a fantastic day!

We have 6 brilliant businesses pitching to our investors – each one bringing fresh ideas, ambition, and energy to the room.

While this is our last in-person event before the summer break, don’t worry – we’re still running our online pitching sessions, with one coming up later this month and another in August.

PLUS… we’ve got a new pitching location announcement coming very soon – stay tuned!

Thanks to all the founders, investors, and supporters who’ve been involved so far this year.

This week marked our final pitch event for June – and what a session it was! Our online pitching event featured four fantastic early-stage businesses, each bringing innovation, clarity, and energy to the virtual room.

All four companies received investor interest – a testament to the strength of the founders and the value of the angel community.

Huge thanks to our angels for the insightful questions, constructive feedback, and enthusiastic engagement throughout. We’re proud to support meaningful connections between exceptional founders and active early-stage investors.

If you are interested in joining our network, then please reach out for more information.