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Love is in the air but founders don’t care

Hi there ❤️,

Happy Valentine's Day to those celebrating! For the rest of us, it's all about work, work, work, baby.

The next two weeks are packed with events. I've found some cool options for everyone, both founders and investors.

Enjoy, and please share if you come across anything interesting worth sharing with others.

Rare Founders

London’s largest demo day (Early bird sale ends soon)

The Dragon's Den on steroids has arrived! 100 founders will pitch to an audience of up to 1,000 investors! Expect a day packed with founders pitching to investors, along with content meticulously crafted for both investors and founders. Secure your tickets to this year's most epic event for founders and investors. Space is limited.

In-person event

22 April 2024, Mayfair, London

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Startup Квартирник

60s style startup ecosystem meetup for Russian speakers. Networking, music, open mic style introes.

In-person event

Derbyshire Street, London, E2 6HQ

Sat 17 Feb, 18:00 - 23:45 GMT

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Startup Run

Bi-weekly 5k running events for anyone in the startup ecosystem, followed by networking drinks in the nearby pub. Same time same, place.

In-person event

Green Park, London, England, W1J 9DZ

Thu 22 Feb, 18:00 - 22:00 GMT

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Open mic pitch night

Polish up your elevator pitch and get ready to make your mark on the London Startup Scene. Network and pitch at this monthly event bringing together hundreds of founders and investors.

In-person event event

Dockside Vaults, Ivory House, St Katharine Docks, London, England, E1W 1AT

Wed 28 Feb, 18:00 - 23:00 GMT

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Dream Factory & Angel Investing School

How to Raise Funding for your Startup

Join an insightful evening focused on the intricacies of raising capital. Safe, intimate environment for unfiltered questions and networking with peers, featuring a dynamic panel of seasoned investors and a founder, followed by a Q&A and extended networking session.

In-person event

DREAM FACTORY, 4 Chance St, London E1 6JT, UK

Thu 15 Feb, 18:30 - 22:30 GMT

Rob, Rob, Pedro and Oliver

Tech Startups in the Pub

One of my favourite cosy networking events in London. Great company of tech people in a pub with great pizza.

In-person event

The Windmill, 27 Tabernacle St London EC2A 4DE

Fri 16 Feb, 18:00 - 22:00 GMT

Runa Capital

London VC & Tech Poker

Join a night of poker for founders and investors.

In-person event

Farringdon, London, UK

Fri 16 Feb, 18:00 - 23:00 GMT

London Entrepreneur Accelerator

Getting from Zero to One – A Masterclass on Sales & Fundraising

Elevate your business from the ground up in sales and fundraising. Hear firsthand experiences from fellow founders in two panel discussions, offering practical growth strategies and networking opportunities.

In-person event

250 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 4AA

Mon 19 Feb, 10:00 - 12:00 GMT

i3 investing

Unlocking Queer Capital for LGBTQ+ Founders

The event, in collaboration with Google, offers an engaging platform for LGBT+ founders and investors, consisting of selective speed pitching and an inclusive networking session, aimed at strengthening connections within the community. 🌈💼

In-person event

1-13 St Giles High St, London, WC2H 8AB

Thu 22 Feb, 19:30 - 21:30 GMT

Founders Are Mental

FAMstep - Peaks

Escape in the Peak District and upgrade your "Primal Software." Walk, talk, and connect with fellow founders away from the digital tether. Step away from the screen and join FAM for a vital reconnection with your primal self.

In-person event

Bakewell, UK

Fri 23 Feb, 12:30 - 16:00 GMT

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Rare Founders - building the bridge between founders and investors via regular in-person and online events, meetups, conferences.

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