Leeds hosts “Ready, Steady Grow!” event by the EISA on the 10th October

6 months ago

The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) is excited to announce their upcoming "Ready, Steady Grow!" event happening in Leeds on October 10th. The event is free to attend and will take place at the Price Waterhouse Cooper, located at Central Square, 29 Wellington Street.

The event is part of the EISA ‘Ready, steady Grow!” series which was created to extend support to entrepreneurs in the devolved nations and regions outside London. The series comprises 10 events in 10 locations around the UK. They bring together Entrepreneurs, investors, wealth builders, founders and advisers to raise understanding of, and engagement with, the SEIS (Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme) and the EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme). Both are government initiatives designed to foster and promote investment in startups.

“We are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation and growth, empowering entrepreneurs to thrive in their ventures. Our event in Leeds provides a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect, learn about, and access the support and resources necessary for growing and scaling their businesses. We are excited to be a part of their journey and to support the vibrant entrepreneurial community in Leeds," said Christiana Stewart-Lockhart, Director General of EISA.

The first part of the “Ready, Steady Grow!” event in Leeds will offer a CPD qualifying seminar with expert speakers and panel discussions on topical subjects, providing insights into investment trends and entrepreneurial success stories. Following the seminar, participants will have the opportunity to network with experienced investors, industry experts, and like-minded entrepreneurs, creating valuable connections and unlocking new investment channels.

To register for the “Ready, Steady Grow!” event in Leeds and learn more about the event, please visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/ready-steady-grow-2023-by-the-eis-association-2545399.

The next “Ready, Steady Grow!” events after Leeds will run at the locations and dates below:

● Wednesday, 11th October: Cambridge

● Tuesday, 17th October: Newcastle

● Thursday, 19th October: Belfast

● Thursday, 2nd November: Oxford

About the EISA

The EISA is a leading trade body that promotes investment and collaboration between investors and high-growth potential businesses. They provide valuable resources, networks, and events to facilitate investment opportunities and drive economic growth. For more information about the EISA, visit https://eisa.org.uk.

Notes to Editors

For media inquiries and interview requests, please contact Christiana Stewart-Lockhart, Director General, at 020 8132 6199 or via email at christiana@eisa.org.uk.
To learn more about the EISA please visit the official EISA website at https://eisa.org.uk.

The sponsors of the event are: British Business Bank, Deepbridge, Ward Hadaway, PwC, Charles Stanley, Guinness Ventures, Jenson Funding Partners.

Agenda (CPD qualifying):
4.30 Welcome from the Chair, Emma Reilly, Senior Manager at PwC
4.35 Update on the early-stage market and recent commitments in the North West – Cat Smith, British Business Bank
4.45 Investing in Innovation through the S/EIS, PwC speaker Emma Reilly, PwC
4.55 How to integrate S/EIS into your investment deal, Paul Christian, Ward Hadaway
5.05 Panel Discussion: Under the bonnet with the Fund Managers and Advisers Chair – Emma Reilly, PwC
Panellists: Harry Bell – Charles Stanley, Jeffrey Faustin- Jenson Funding Partners, Matt Nelson- Guinness Ventures, Andrew Aldridge, Deepbridge
5.25 Journey of a Start-up with Founder Steve Bloor, Videregen
5.35 Closing remarks, Christiana Stewart-Lockhart, EISA
5.40 Move to reception and networking

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About EISA

Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) is a not-for-profit organisation that helps Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME’s) obtain the funding they need to grow their business and help drive our economy forward. EISA membership represents all areas of the EIS/SEIS industry including EIS/SEIS Fund Managers, Lawyers, Accountants, Tax Advisers, Corporate Financiers, Financial Planners and Wealth Managers, throughout the UK.

Press Contacts

Christiana Stewart-Lockhart

Director General

020 8132 6199

christiana@eisa.org.uk