From Pilot to Paid - August Event

Schedule

Fri Aug 14 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

TIDE Bankside | London, EN

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Why Early-Stage Startups Stall at the Pilot Stage — and How to Turn Trials into Paying Customers
About this Event

From Pilot to Paid
How to Turn Successful Pilots into Revenue-Generating Contracts

Many startups secure pilot projects and proof-of-concept opportunities but struggle to convert them into long-term paying customers. This practical and interactive event is designed to help founders bridge that gap and build a clear pathway from validation to sustainable revenue growth.

Hosted by Kevin Mascarenhas, the session will explore the common barriers that prevent pilot conversion, how to demonstrate measurable business value, and the commercial strategies that help organisations move from trial to contract.

You'll also gain insight into how investors assess commercial traction and why the ability to convert pilots into recurring revenue is often a key indicator of scalability and investment readiness.


Key Takeaways
  • Why many pilots fail to convert into paid engagements
  • How to define and communicate business value
  • Strategies for accelerating customer adoption
  • What investors look for when evaluating growth potential
  • Practical steps to create a repeatable sales process

Who Should Attend?

Startup founders, early-stage leadership teams, commercial leaders, innovators, and businesses looking to improve customer conversion and revenue growth.


Event Details

📅 Friday 14 August 2026
🕙 10:00am – 12.00pm (Doors open at 9:45am, networking follows the session)
📍 Tide Bankside

Whether you're preparing for your first commercial contract or looking to improve conversion rates across existing pilots, this event will provide practical insights and actionable strategies to help you move from pilot to paid.

Reserve your place today and learn how to move from pilot to paid.

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Where is it happening?

TIDE Bankside, 135 Park Street, London, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 10.00

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