Inaugural Stakeholderz Summit

Join us for the inaugural Stakeholderz Summit, where we’ll explore ‘Investing in the Converging Worlds of Sustainability, Technology, and Innovation.’

The event will be held at the luxurious SOUTH PLACE HOTEL in London on Monday 14 October 2024, starting at 1:30pm.

The summit will feature an afternoon of engaging sessions with investors, founders, industry professionals and thought leaders, followed by networking drinks in the early evening. Attendees will have numerous opportunities to participate in Q&A sessions and network with peers.

While there is no fee to attend, we encourage early registration as space is limited. By registering, you consent to being photographed at the event. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let us know here.

Agenda:

The afternoon will feature four key speaking slots, including two-panel discussions, with a networking break mid-afternoon and networking drinks after the speaking slots.

13:30 Onwards: Arrive for 14:00 start
Session 1: investing in the Future: Navigating Sustainability Challenges
Session 2: Investor Perspectives: Risk, Reward & Innovation in Sustainability & Impact (Panel Discussion)
Session 3: The Global Investment and Innovation Funding Landscape
Session 4: Scaling for Success: Impact, Liquidity & Exit (Panel Discussion)
17:30 Onwards: Networking Drinks

Speakers:

Henry Whorwood, Managing Director of Research & Consultancy at Beauhurst. Henry will share his insights on the state of investing and M&A within the sustainability and impact sectors. As the head of Beauhurst’s Research & Consultancy unit, Henry has produced extensive research on the UK economy, with a focus on innovation and growth. He has worked on projects for clients such as the British Business Bank, HM Treasury, DSIT, and Innovate UK. An expert in business finance, entrepreneurship, and innovation, Henry frequently presents market trends at events across the country.

Roderick Beer, Managing Director of UKBAA. Roderick has over 15 years of experience in managing, founding, and growing angel groups and investment platforms, collectively deploying over £100 million in equity investment across 500+ startups and scaleups. He began his career at Beer & Partners, one of the UK’s largest angel groups, and later became COO of a corporate finance firm. Currently, he serves as Managing Director of the UK Business Angels Association, representing over 200 organizations and 18,000 investors, who collectively invest more than £1 billion annually in early-stage businesses. Drawing from his extensive experience in angel and angel group investing, Roderick will offer valuable insights during the panel discussion on Investor Perspectives: Risk, Reward, and Innovation in Sustainability and Impact.

Ben Reid, CEO at Terrafend. Ben brings over 25 years of experience as a technology entrepreneur. He has co-founded and successfully exited two fintech companies, one acquired by the Bank of New York and the other now part of Moody’s Analytics. Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Ben serves as a board member of Viritech; a pioneer in hydrogen powertrain solutions. His reputation for building and scaling early-stage tech companies is unparalleled, making his insights a must-hear for anyone in the field. Ben will be joining us as a panel speaker to delve into the topic of ‘Scaling for Success: Impact, Liquidity & Exit’. This session is set to be both insightful and engaging, offering invaluable perspectives for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of scaling businesses and achieving successful exits.

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