From Douglas to Deal-Making: The Startup Journey of Harvey Lowe

Name: From Douglas to Deal-Making: The Startup Journey of Harvey Lowe
Start: 2025-09-25T17:30:00+01:00
Location: Mann Benham, 10 Victoria Street, Douglas, Isle of Man

Schedule

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 05:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Mann Benham, 10 Victoria Street, Douglas, Isle of Man | Douglas, IM

The Isle of Man Chapter of Startup Grind is pleased to host a fireside chat with Harvey Lowe, Manx-born entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Arcube - a fast-growing Passenger Intelligence Platform and technology partner of Etihad Airways.
Date: Thursday, 25 September
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Venue: MannBenham’s new event space, 10 - 12 Victoria Street, Douglas, Isle of Man
This event offers an inspiring opportunity to hear from a local founder who has built a globally relevant business while still early in his career. It is an ideal evening for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, students and professionals with an interest in startups and innovation.
The event is proudly sponsored by Atla Group.
About the Speaker
Harvey Lowe co-founded Arcube during his time as an undergraduate student. Within months of launching, the company secured a major partnership with Etihad Airways, and has since gone on to raise $1.5 million in investment. Harvey continues to lead the company’s growth, building teams, developing the product and navigating the challenges of scaling a startup.
In addition to his role at Arcube, Harvey is a gold medallist swimmer, winner of the Institute of Directors’ "Director of the Year" award, featured in Gef’s "30 Under 30", and a recipient of JCI Osaka’s "Outstanding Young Persons" award.
What to Expect from the Conversation
This informal fireside chat will explore Harvey’s journey from growing up on the Isle of Man to building a venture-backed startup with international traction.
Topics will include:
•His early entrepreneurial experiences and influences
•Starting Arcube at university and finding the initial idea
•Building a product while balancing academic commitments
•Securing Etihad Airways as a partner in the first year
•Fundraising and lessons from a $1.5 million investment round
•Managing the pressures of leadership at a young age
•Defining and finding product–market fit
•Scaling a technology company post-launch
•Navigating setbacks and staying resilient
•What’s next for Arcube and opportunities for Manx entrepreneurs
Who Should Attend
•Startup founders and established business owners
•Aspiring entrepreneurs and university students
•Investors and professional service providers
•Anyone interested in entrepreneurship or supporting the Isle of Man’s innovation community
Event Schedule
17:30 – 18:00: Arrival and networking
18:00 – 18:40: Fireside chat with Harvey Lowe
18:40 – 19:30: Audience Q&A and continued networking over refreshments
Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet the Startup Grind Isle of Man team, enjoy light refreshments and food, and connect with others building and supporting innovation on the Island.