Introduction to Angel Investing: How to Get Started

Join us for an introductory afternoon exploring the world of angel investing, designed for aspiring investors, founders, business leaders and anyone curious about supporting innovative early-stage businesses.

The event will bring together new and experienced investors to share knowledge, exchange perspectives, and strengthen connections within the South West angel investment ecosystem.

The afternoon will feature a fireside chat chaired by Chloe Vernon-Shore speaking to Dan Partridge (CEO at Swanky) to discuss .

This will be followed by a panel discussion exploring what makes a business investable, bringing together perspectives from:

• Tanya Larsen – founder & CEO of questionZERO and investor
• Tanya Rowe – accountant, advisor and fractional CFO
• Stuart Dixon – CEO & Co-Founder Viridys Bio

Topics will include:

• Getting started in angel investing
• What investors look for in early-stage businesses
• Challenges facing SMEs
• Founder and investor relationships
• Lessons from raising investment

Dan Partridge, CEO, Swanky

Chloe Vernon-Shore, Partner,  Michelmores

Stuart Dixon, CEO & Co Founder, Viridys Bio

Tanya Rowe, Accountant, Adviser and Fractional CFO

Tanya Larsen, Founder, QuestionZero and Investor