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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.

Recently Martin Avison had the pleasure of joining Phil Fraser on the Leeds Business Podcast to share his journey so far and discuss all things related to angel investing.

During the conversation, they explored:
– What an angel investor truly is
– The types of businesses that benefit most from angel investment
– Key considerations for founders when taking on investment
– What motivates the angel investors they work with
– How angel groups operate behind the scenes
– What makes a compelling pitch deck
– The most common (and critical) questions founders are asked

…along with plenty of other insights.

It was a dynamic and informative discussion, and we’d love for you to give it a listen. Feedback, thoughts, and questions are always welcome.

Listen via the links below:

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/everything-you-need-to-know-angel-investment-angel/id1695413291?i=1000708413354

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/episode/47Dcs6irjijQiVhIEDZaIy?si=o6x_JlNrT_6siWYM7AShFA

The video version on YouTube is at https://youtu.be/0ML3e4G–Ic

What a busy few weeks it’s been — and we’re only just getting started.

Last week, we wrapped up our final online pitching session of April, bringing together founders and investors from across the UK. It was a great way to close out a busy month and continue building momentum into May.

This week, we hit the ground running with our first in-person pitching session of the month in Leeds, where six exciting businesses pitched for funding. The energy and quality of ideas were incredible, and it’s always inspiring to see innovation brought to life in the room.

Now, all eyes are on Monday, as we put the final touches on our ‘Becoming an Investor’ event — and it’s shaping up to be our biggest event of 2025 so far.

We’ll be diving into key topics around broadening access to angel investing and helping investors build more inclusive, impactful portfolios. Whether you’re just beginning your investment journey or looking to make more meaningful decisions, this is an event not to miss. Find more info here – https://lnkd.in/gbPCVq84

We are excited for what’s ahead!